Senior Controls Project Engineer

Job Title

Senior Controls Project Engineer

Job Description

Senior Controls Engineer (PLC – Siemens TIA Portal) | Pune, India | Full-time

If you are passionate about industrial automation, PLC software development, and delivering advanced control systems for large-scale automation projects, this could be the ideal opportunity for you.

Your Role:

As a Senior Controls Engineer, you will lead the design, development, testing, and commissioning of Low-Level Controls (LLC) software for medium to large-scale automation systems. You will work closely with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver high-quality control solutions using Siemens PLC technologies while ensuring compliance with engineering standards and project timelines.

Join our Controls Engineering team and contribute to the development of world-class automation solutions powering airports, warehouses, and parcel logistics systems across the globe.

What you will do/Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and development of LLC software using Siemens TIA Portal and Vanderlande's controls architecture.

• Develop PLC applications from scratch using Statement List (STL) programming.

• Design, configure, program, test, and document complex control applications and subsystems.

• Develop reusable control modules and enhance standard PLC software libraries.

• Create functional specifications and detailed technical documentation based on customer requirements.

• Apply engineering standards, software development procedures, and quality guidelines throughout the project lifecycle.

• Lead system integration, validation, and testing activities involving PLC, SCADA, Safety PLC, and Equipment Management systems.

• Develop diagnostic, simulation, and emulation tools to improve testing and commissioning efficiency.

• Independently manage commissioning activities in collaboration with site supervisors and project leaders.

• Ensure complete and high-quality Service Take Over (STO) documentation.

• Troubleshoot complex automation issues and implement robust control solutions.

• Support risk mitigation and resolve multidisciplinary technical challenges.

• Provide technical leadership to Controls Engineers within project teams.

• Participate in customer meetings, technical reviews, and engineering audits.

• Support project planning, effort estimation, budgeting, and timely project delivery.

• Drive continuous improvement of engineering processes, products, and control platforms.

• Promote software development best practices, documentation standards, and knowledge sharing.

• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering activities to ensure seamless system integration.

What you bring:

• 10–12 years of experience in Industrial Automation and PLC Engineering.

• Strong expertise in Siemens TIA Portal for PLC development, diagnostics, and commissioning.

• Expert-level programming experience using Statement List (STL).

• Strong experience with:

  • SCADA systems

  • Siemens HMI development and scripting

  • Siemens Safety PLC programming

  • Siemens Proneta for diagnostics and version management

• Advanced knowledge of:

  • Profinet

  • Profibus

  • AS-i communication protocols

  • PLC pointers and indirect addressing

• Experience in:

  • PLC software architecture

  • System integration

  • Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT)

  • Site commissioning

• Exposure to Rockwell Studio 5000 is an added advantage.

• Experience working on international automation projects is preferred.

• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

• Willingness to travel 50–70% for project commissioning and customer support.

Qualifications:

• B.E. / B.Tech in Electrical, Electronics, or Instrumentation Engineering.

• Degree from a recognized university.

About Vanderlande:

Vanderlande is a global market leader in future-proof logistic process automation for airports, parcel services, and warehouse solutions. Our innovative technologies combine intelligent software, advanced controls, and lifecycle services to deliver reliable and efficient automation systems across the world.

At Vanderlande, you will work on cutting-edge automation projects while collaborating with global engineering teams in a culture focused on innovation, teamwork, and continuous learning.

Website: www.vanderlande.com

What we offer:

Working at Vanderlande comes with the support and space to grow, achieve, and enjoy the journey. Here is what that looks like in practice:

• Competitive salary package

• 30 days of annual leave (pro-rated from the start of the financial year), including:

  • 22 paid leave days

  • 8 sick/casual leave days

  • Applicable government holidays

• Flexible and hybrid working model that promotes work-life balance

• Access to Vanderlande Academy and a wide range of technical learning and development programs

• Comprehensive medical insurance coverage, including parental coverage

• Opportunities to participate in global engineering communities and innovation initiatives

• Opportunity to collaborate with international teams on large-scale automation projects

• Exposure to advanced industrial automation technologies and global customer environments

How we work:

We work by three values: Every day better, We care, and Team play.

In practice, this means we drive customer success, lead with transparency, celebrate achievements together, and do what we say.

Ready to apply?

Are you interested in this position? Apply directly via our careers page with your CV/Resume.

Diversity & Inclusion:

Vanderlande is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.