Job Requirements
Power Plant DCS Hardware Design Engineer
Responsible for the design of power plant monitoring and control systems (DCS, SCADA, PLC and Special Function Controllers) and related control devices/subsystems used for data acquisition, automatic process control, safety & reliability systems and operator stations/interfaces. An ideal candidate is expected to have the following:
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Deep understanding of customer (power plant owners) requirements (plant layout, monitoring & control requirements of power plant (Generator, GT, ST, Boiler, HRSG, BoP and Auxiliaries – respective open loop, closed loop controls and protection interlocks), P&ID, and Functional Design Specifications
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Ability to design the entire control system (architecture, network, cybersecurity, IO distribution and system layout) in collaboration with related technical departments, as well as creating system architecture, high-level designs and specifications.
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Design and develop control system hardware architecture for Power Plants in compliance with relevant safety and environmental ratings, I/O allocation and hardware sizing calculations
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Preparation of specifications and instructions to share with respective departments for detailed engineering and also to manufacturing team. And provide guidance and support
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Prepare system hardware configuration drawings and architecture diagrams. Review vendor documentation and technical submittals
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Extend support Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) and Site Acceptance Test (SAT).
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Knowledge of applicable international standards (IEC, EMI, EMC, Cyber Security, EU CE Marking etc.)
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Minimum of 5 years’ experience in design and detail engineering of one or more established DCS used in power plants. Example: Diasys Netamation, MELSEP, HIACS, TOSMAP, SPPA T3000, Mark VIe, Symphony Plus, 800xA, Emerson, Honeywell, Centum etc
Role Summary:
Responsible for end-to-end hardware design and engineering of DCS and control systems for power plants, including architecture development, I/O design, vendor coordination, and support across FAT/SAT and execution phases.
Required Skills and Experience
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Hands-on working experience in design control panels, marshalling cabinets, interlock & relay panels, and network cabinets.
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Experience in creating high-level specifications to share with detailed design team, manufacturing team and external vendors/suppliers
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Guiding and supporting detailed design team to prepare detailed engineering artifacts such as Cabinet GA & FV, Internal Layout, Cable Tray Layout, Wiring Diagrams, Interconnection Drawings, Cable Schedules, Terminal Plans, Bill of Materials
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Proficiency in tools such as AutoCAD, MS Visio, U-SEC/EPLAN, Triangle Microworks, MS Office
Experience
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10+ years in Control System application engineering for power plants with a minimum of 5 years’ hands-on experience in DCS hardware engineering.
Education
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Bachelor’s degree in electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation Engineering or equivalent.
Work Experience
Role Overview:
Design and engineering of power plant control systems (DCS/SCADA/PLC), including system architecture, hardware configuration, and integration for reliable plant operation.
Key Responsibilities:
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Design DCS hardware architecture, I/O allocation, and system layout
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Develop system architecture, network, and cybersecurity design
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Review P&IDs, FDS, and plant control requirements (GT, ST, Boiler, HRSG, BoP)
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Prepare hardware drawings, specifications, and engineering documents
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Support vendor reviews, FAT, and SAT
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Guide detailed engineering teams for cabinets, wiring, and layouts
Technical Requirements:
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Strong experience with DCS platforms (e.g., Mark VIe, 800xA, SPPA T3000, Emerson, Honeywell)
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Expertise in control panels, marshalling cabinets, and network systems
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Knowledge of IEC, EMI/EMC, and cybersecurity standards
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Tools: AutoCAD, EPLAN/U-SEC, MS Visio
