Senior Manager -EMCS Projects

About the Company

Lauritz Knudsen Electrical and Automation (A unit of Schneider Electric India Pvt. Ltd.) is a pioneering electrical and automation brand with a rich legacy of over 70 years in India. We offer a comprehensive portfolio of low-voltage switchgear, medium-voltage switchgear, automation solutions, software, and services catering to diverse segments, including homes, agriculture, buildings, infrastructure, and industry. L&T Switchgear is now Lauritz Knudsen Electrical & Automation.

About the Role

We are hiring a highly skilled Automation Engineer to design and implement advanced automation systems for electrical substations. This role demands expertise in PLC / RTU / SCADA software, communication protocols, and control systems to optimize the monitoring, control, and protection of critical substation equipment.

Responsibilities

• Design & Implementation : Lead the design and implementation of Electrical Monitoring & Control Systems (EMCS), Substation Automation Systems (SAS), E-SCADA systems and CRP.
• Documentation : Prepare and manage engineering documents, including System Architecture, Design Specification, IO Lists, Bill of Materials, General Arrangements, other calculations, and comprehensive FAT / SAT test reports.
• Programming : Design, develop, program, and test PLCs, RTUs, SCADA, and HMI.
• Protocol & Networking : Configure and test networks using protocols such as IEC 61850, IEC 60870-5-101 / 103 / 104, Modbus TCP / IP, OPC, and MQTT. Strong knowledge of PC / Servers, Networking, Cyber Security (e.g., IEC 62443, 62351), and virtualization is required.
• Logic & Configuration : Implement complex logic schemes (e.g., Load Shedding, Load Sharing, OLTC control, protection schemes in CRP etc) and manage IO Mapping, database troubleshooting.
• Tools : Proficiently use operating systems (Windows), communication tools (serial / IP), and debugging tools (Modscan, IED Scout, Wireshark, IEC Tester). Experience with Copadata Zenon and Schneider Electric solutions (M580, Saitel / T500, SCADA Operation etc) is required. Other platform experience is a plus.
• Collaboration : Collaborate with teams, stay updated on industry advancements, and conduct training / presentations.
• Travel : Role requires 10-20% travel.

Qualifications

Required Skills

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