PLC Maintenance Engineer in Pune, भारत

Job Role: Senior Executive / Assistant Manager
Experience Required: 4 - 10 Years
Department: PLC Maintenance 
Location: Ranjangaon, Pune
Industry: Automobile (Passenger Vehicles)

Job Summary: We are looking for an experienced PLC Maintenance professional with strong  expertise in Allen Bradley PLC systems and robotics like KUKA/Comau, Fanuc , etc. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring breakdown prevention, BIW Maintenance, spot welding, etc

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and rectify faults related to  Allen Bradley PLCs (ControlLogix, CompactLogix), HMIs, SCADA systems, and industrial communication networks.
• Perform online diagnostics using RSLogix 500, RSLogix 5000, and Studio 5000 software.
• Analyze PLC logic, identify root causes of equipment failures, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure adherence to uptime,  MTTR, MTBF, and OEE/OPE targets through effective maintenance practices.
• Carry out preventive and predictive maintenance of PLC, HMI, drives, sensors, field instruments, and automation systems.
• Manage PLC program backups, version control, and recovery procedures .
• Troubleshoot communication networks such as EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, and other industrial protocols.
• Perform fault diagnosis and maintenance of industrial robots such as KUKA, Comau, and associated robotic control systems.
• Support commissioning, integration, and modification of automation equipment and production lines.
• Coordinate with engineering and production teams for machine optimization and continuous improvement projects.
• Analyze recurring breakdowns and lead RCA (Root Cause Analysis) activities for automation-related failures.
• Maintain technical documentation, electrical drawings, PLC architecture, and maintenance records.
• Plan critical spare parts for automation systems and ensure inventory availability.
• Provide technical guidance and training to maintenance technicians and team members.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, Instrumentation Engineering or related discipline.
• 4+ years of experience in PLC Maintenance, Industrial Automation, or Manufacturing Automation.
• Strong hands-on experience with Allen Bradley PLC platforms (ControlLogix, CompactLogix).
• Experience with RSLogix 500, RSLogix 5000, and Studio 5000 programming and troubleshooting.
• Sound knowledge of HMI, SCADA, VFDs, Servo Drives, Sensors, and Industrial Networks.
• Hands-on experience with  Robots such as KUKA, Comau, ABB, Fanuc, or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of industrial electrical systems, control panels, and automation architecture.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, PLC programs, and network layouts.
• Experience in automotive manufacturing or automated production environments will be preferred.

Preferred Skills

• Allen Bradley PLC Programming & Troubleshooting
• BIW Maintenance, spot welding, breakdown
• EtherNet/IP & Industrial Communication Protocols
• Preventive & Predictive Maintenance
• Automation System Commissioning
• SCADA & HMI Support
• Continuous Improvement & Downtime Reduction