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We're Hiring | Lead System Engineer Industrial AutomationExperience: 57 Years | Industrial Automation | Chennai | Global Travel Our client is an established Engineering & Industrial Technology Solutions organization supporting customers across industrial automation, smart manufacturing, engineering, and digital transformation. We are looking for an experienced Lead System Engineer to take ownership of the design, development, implementation, commissioning, and support of industrial automation and control systems. This role is ideal for an automation professional who combines strong PLC/SCADA expertise with system integration, technical problem-solving, customer engagement, and project execution capabilities. Key ResponsibilitiesAutomation Engineering & System Development Analyze customer requirements and translate them into robust automation solutions.Design, develop, implement, and maintain PLC/SCADA applications in accordance with approved design specifications.Develop and deploy PLC programs using appropriate automation platforms and programming standards.Configure and integrate SCADA applications, industrial networks, PLCs, and related control systems.Ensure automation solutions meet required performance, safety, reliability, and functionality standards.Project Implementation & Commissioning Lead automation system installation, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting at customer sites.Diagnose and resolve PLC, SCADA, communication, and system integration issues.Validate system performance against project requirements and test plans.Support site acceptance testing and resolution of technical issues during commissioning.Travel to customer locations globally based on project requirements.Technical Leadership & Architecture Contribute to defining system architecture, technical specifications, software compatibility, security requirements, and integration parameters.Evaluate technical requirements and recommend appropriate automation and software solutions.Work with engineering and project teams to ensure technical designs are practical, scalable, and maintainable.Create and maintain design documents, test plans, test cases, technical documentation, and application manuals.Research, document, validate, and resolve reported technical issues.Client & Stakeholder Management Engage directly with customers to understand technical requirements and provide solutions.Provide technical support throughout implementation and post-deployment.Communicate technical concepts clearly to customers, project teams, and internal stakeholders.Support development of user training materials and technical documentation. Technical ExpertisePLC Programming Strong hands-on experience with: Siemens TIA Portal V1XSiemens STEP 7 V5.XRockwell Studio 5000RSLogix 500 / 5000Experience with other major PLC platforms will be an advantage.PLC Programming Languages Ladder LogicFBDSCL / STLSCADA Hands-on experience with: Siemens TIA Portal / WinCCWinCC Classic V7.XRockwell FactoryTalk ViewIgnition SCADASCADA Scripting VBScriptC ScriptingIndustrial Communication Strong understanding of industrial communication protocols and their deployment, including: EtherNet/IPPROFINETPROFIBUSModbusSystem Integration Hands-on experience integrating automation systems with OPC server platforms such as:KepwareSiemens OPCUnderstanding of PLCSCADAOPC integration architectures. Education & Experience B.E./B.Tech or Diploma in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Automation, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.57 years of relevant experience in Industrial Automation.Strong hands-on experience in PLC/SCADA development, system integration, commissioning, and troubleshooting.Experience working directly with customers and managing technical requirements.Ability to work independently and take ownership of technical deliverables. What We're Looking For Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Excellent communication and presentation skills.Strong customer-facing and stakeholder management capabilities.Ability to lead technical activities with minimal supervision.Ability to work under pressure and deliver against project timelines.Willingness to work extended hours when required during commissioning and critical project activities.Willingness to travel globally based on business and project requirements. Compensation Competitive compensation aligned with experience, current CTC, and industry standards. Work Location: Chennai .
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That number is real. WorkMundi's database shows 144,883 open engineer roles across the world. India has the most with 31,687 jobs, followed by the United States with 30,084. If you just finished reading one job ad and felt paralyzed by choice, you're not alone—but this scale is actually an advantage. It means you can afford to be selective.
Start by geography and language. The majority of engineer ads—117,837 of them—have the job posting text written in English. Use that as one filter, but remember: the ad text language tells you nothing about whether the role actually requires you to speak English day-to-day. Read the job description carefully. Then check which countries have the volume you're targeting. Singapore, Poland, and Australia round out the top five after India and the US.
Next, learn who's hiring. Accenture has posted 2,801 engineer roles. andurilindustries, speechify, and jobgether are also actively recruiting. If you're applying to one of these names, research their hiring patterns and interview style before you apply. That homework pays off.
When you interview, expect the question every engineer hears: 'Tell me about a time you had to debug a problem that wasn't in your job description.' Have a specific story ready—not a general one. Name the tools, the deadline pressure, and what you learned. Hiring managers listen for whether you see problem-solving as part of the role itself, not a favour.