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Lead Engineer C&I

Thermax Group · Energy House, Pune, Maharashtra, India

External listingfull-time13 days ago

About The Role

Job Description: Lead Engineer – Control & Instrumentation 1. Job Details Particulars Details Position & Designation Lead Engineer – Control & Instrumentation Grade P1 Division & Department Green Hydrogen – Engineering Reporting To Sub-Group Head – E&I Engineering Place of Posting Pune 2. Job Profile A. Key Objectives Independently execute, create, and deliver engineering deliverables for MW/GW-scale Alkaline Technology-based Hydrogen Electrolyzer Plants , Balance of Stack facilities, Electrolyzer Test Facilities, pilot projects, and prototypes. Perform engineering, design, configuration, testing, and commissioning support for Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS/Safety PLC), SCADA , and associated industrial automation systems. Carry out basic and detailed engineering of Control & Instrumentation Systems in accordance with licensor design practices and applicable codes and standards. 3. Major Deliverables A. Control Systems Develop system architecture and undertake detailed engineering of control system components, including preparation of technical specifications for procurement from reputed vendors. Prepare and review control system documents, including: Control Philosophy Functional Design Specification (FDS) System Architecture I/O List Instrument Index Cause & Effect Matrix Logic Diagrams Shutdown Matrix Alarm List Communication Architecture Network Layout PLC Panel Drawings DCS Cabinet Drawings SIS Cabinet Drawings FAT Procedures SAT Procedures Test Protocols As-Built Documentation Identify competent suppliers, coordinate with vendors, and undertake pre-engineering of PLC/DCS systems suitable for the application. Conduct technical bid evaluations and optimize control system solutions. Develop control logics, function blocks, and software programs. Prepare schematic and wiring diagrams. Participate in Pre-FAT/FAT of control systems. Review routine/type test reports and issue technical clearances. B. Instrumentation Perform sizing and specification of: Control Valves Transmitters Analyzers Sampling Systems Flow Instrumentation Custody Metering Systems Pneumatic Systems Prepare RFQs, conduct technical bid evaluations, and review vendor drawings for: PLC/DCS Systems Field Instruments Gas Analyzers Gas Detectors Control Valves On/Off Valves Prepare: Instrument List I/O List Junction Box (JB) Schedule I&C Cable Interconnection Drawings UPS Load List Instrument Data Sheets Control Valve and On/Off Valve Data Sheets PLC/DCS-related documentation Prepare Instrument Hook-Up Drawings and Instrument Location Layouts. Estimate Bill of Quantities (BoQ) for I&C cables, erection hardware, junction boxes, and instrument racks. C. Electrical Interface Develop electrical system interface details, including drive control philosophy and MCC schematics . Prepare Bills of Materials, equipment lists, and relevant schedules. D. Overall Responsibilities Prepare input documentation for HAZOP, SIL, LOPA , and other safety studies, including: Cause & Effect Charts Interlock Diagrams Alarm Lists Logic Descriptions Participate in HAZOP, SIL, LOPA, and other relevant safety workshops. Implement HAZOP/SIL recommendations in project engineering documentation. Develop standard product documentation such as P&IDs and Control System Architectures . Work at project sites across India as a design representative to support execution teams, including: Supervision of pre-commissioning field tests Witnessing energization activities Supporting commissioning activities Preparing and reviewing test protocols Approximately 20% travel is expected for this role. Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, professional consultants, vendors, licensors, suppliers, contractors, and clients. 4. Critical Competencies & Essential Attributes Technical Competencies Strong experience in detailed engineering of Control Systems for EPC projects across industrial/process plants, energy, power generation, oil & gas, or related sectors. Hands-on experience in: System Engineering PLC Engineering SIS Engineering Functional Design Documentation Graphics & HMI Development Communication Engineering Panel Engineering System Testing Commissioning Support Cybersecurity Engineering Software Program Development Ability to independently create engineering deliverables from scratch. Strong expertise in: DCS Engineering PLC Programming Safety PLC Programming Process Control Functional Safety Alarm Management Industrial Networking FAT/SAT Execution Control Philosophy Development Instrumentation Integration Control Loop Design Sequence Logic Development Hands-on experience in logic development for process and safety control systems . Good understanding of applicable codes, standards, and engineering practices and their implementation in day-to-day deliverables. Experience working in a product/system development environment will be an advantage. Proactiveness and agility to work in a start-up/fast-growing industry environment . Ability to work effectively on fast-track projects with high time commitments. Ability to manage and deliver multiple projects/tasks simultaneously. High proficiency in MS Office, MS Excel, and AutoCAD . 5. Experience Particulars Requirement Total Desirable Experience 12–15 Years Minimum Relevant Experience 10 Years 6. Qualification BE/B.Tech in Engineering 7. Desired Type of Experience Technical DCS Engineering PLC Programming Safety PLC Programming Process Control Functional Safety Alarm Management Industrial Networking FAT/SAT Execution Control Philosophy Development Instrumentation Integration Control Loop Design Sequence Logic Development Behavioral Analytical Thinking Problem Solving Teamwork Communication Skills Vendor Coordination Technical Documentation Time Management Client Interaction 8. Preferred Skills – Not Mandatory Experience in Green Hydrogen Electrolyzer technology . Experience in Balance of Stack engineering . Experience in engineering and automation systems for Hydrogen Electrolyzer Plants .

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