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Systems Engineer - L1 Metals

5 days ago Chennai, India

Job Description Summary

• Design and Implement Equipment control hardware, software and programs for Automation system projects to meet customer requirements.
• Create and maintain Design documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Provide Technical interface to the customer and suppliers.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

  • 4 to 6 years of experience to Carry out System Engineering for Industry (Metals, Mining, Test Benches etc.,) projects
  • Proven Expertise to take up System Engineering & Automation for Rolling Mills / Processing Lines in Steel Industry
  • Understanding Customer Requirements and produce Functional and design documents.
  • Strong background in PLC programming and hardware design, to develop Automation Software / hardware system for Rolling Mills / Processing Lines
  • Expertise in L1 automation hardware engineering, testing & commissioning.
  • Implement and configure systems including Industrial / communication networks, remote I/O, bus systems, Instrumentation and Measurement system.
  • Good knowledge in different industrial networks, managed and unmanaged switch settings, virtual networking, ring networking and hands on experience in implementing in Projects.
  • Expertise in various communication protocols like Profibus, Profinet, TCP/IP, EtherCAT, Modbus (TCP), IEC61850, SNMP, etc.,
  • Commissioning of Automation Systems in Rolling Mills / Processing Lines in Steel Industry
  • Proficient in understanding of electrical schematics, SLD and it's symbols.
  • Should be able to interpret Schematic, P&I & Plant Layout diagrams.
  • Support ongoing project with strict timelines as per company's OTR process.
  • Actively engage with project teams to provide solutions for the project that technically fit the purpose.
  • Identify technical risks and put in place the mitigation plan for the same.
  • Ensure strict compliance with all company and customer's EHS policies and procedures.
  • Identify and propose improvements in processes, tools, system solutions and technologies, rolling out improvements when agreed with leadership team.
  • Foster relationship with other GEV business entities to maximize the benefits of synergies.
  • Liaise with cross functional team, Sales, Project, Commissioning and Service teams.
  • Liaise with other GEV businesses, platform verticals, supply chain, sub-contractors, and suppliers as appropriate in order to support the project and the business.

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Qualifications/Requirements

  • Masters /bachelor's degree or equivalent in Electrical/Electronics/Instrumentation engineering.

Desired Characteristics

Experience Around 4 years of experience in the following

  • Experience SCADA/HMI Systems for any Process Industries
  • Process experience in Metals Rolling Mills / Processing Lines
  • Expertise in control system hardware engineering
  • Knowledge in Drives Engineering
  • Basic knowledge and experience in power electronics components, thyristor, IGBT, diode, Transformers, etc.,

Good knowledge and experience in:

  • Earthing system and earthing design
  • Power loss / Heat loss calculations for panels
  • Panel building materials & their specifications
  • Control Desk building materials & their specifications
  • Cable types & variants
  • Cable sizing, wire sizing for control panels
  • Understanding the Emergency-Stop circuits of the plant
  • Knowledge the IEC standards relevant to electrical panels & automation systems
  • Good knowledge on MS Office software, particularly in Microsoft excel & it's advanced features.
  • Experience of system integration working on multi-discipline projects

Personal Qualities

  • Working a multi-disciplined international team with good personal organizational skills.
  • Ability to multi-task on a variety of projects to strict time scales.
  • Excellent communication and report writing skills.
  • France /German Language skills

Circumstances

  • Willing to travel on short notice within base country and overseas for short / long term assignments.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

Client-provided location(s): Chennai, India
Job ID: GE_Vernova-678064090
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-08-08T15:33:29

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Unconscious Bias Training

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