About Nav Tech Electronics:
Founded on principles of Inclusiveness, Innovation and Empowerment, Nav Tech Electronics is a team of dedicated, diverse Software developers and Embedded Hardware Engineers. Nav tech Electronics has been providing Engineering services to the Automotive Industry in the fields of ADAS, Electrification and Battery Management, which are both driving rapid changes in Vehicle Architecture and revolutionising the last-mile mobility space.
Company URL: www.navtechelectronics.com
Job Title: ENGINEERING MANAGER (PLC / SCADA & INSTRUMENTATION)
Location: Hyderabad (Work from Office)
Job Type: Full-Time
Department : Engineering & Automation
Project Scope : EPC – PLC/SCADA/Instrumentation
Experience: 7 to 10 Years
Note : Willingness to travel and work at project sites across India.
ROLE SUMMARY
The Engineering Manager will lead end-to-end Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) of PLC/SCADA and Instrumentation projects for water supply, irrigation, and pump house infrastructure. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for technical design, procurement, site execution, commissioning, and team development – building Navtech’s EPC automation practice from the ground up.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
EPC Project Management
- Lead EPC projects from engineering kick-off through procurement, FAT, SAT, commissioning & handover.
- Manage project timelines, BOQs, vendor negotiations, subcontractors, and site commissioning teams.
- Review and approve drawings, panel layouts, cable schedules, loop diagrams, and MARs.
SCADA System Design & Architecture
- Design SCADA architecture for water treatment plants, irrigation pump houses, and distribution networks.
- Prepare FDS, system architecture documents, I/O schedules, and SCADA graphic standards.
- Select SCADA platforms (Ignition, AVEVA, WinCC, Wonderware) and define protocols (Modbus, DNP3, IEC 60870, OPC-UA).
PLC / RTU
- Develop and review PLC/RTU logic (Siemens, Allen Bradley, Schneider, ABB) for pump control, level monitoring, flow management, and interlocks.
Integrate field instruments with SCADA via wired/wireless/GPRS communication networks.
Instrumentation Engineering
- Prepare instrument index, datasheet, hook-up diagrams, cause & effect matrix, and I/O list for all field instruments.
- Select and procure instruments – flow meters, pressure/level transmitters, analyzers, VFDs, and motor starters.
- Ensure calibration, loop checks, and functional testing of all field instruments prior to commissioning.
Networking, Infrastructure & Cybersecurity
- Design OT network topology – industrial Ethernet, fiber optic, GPRS/4G RTUs, VPN, and OT firewall segmentation.
- Set up SCADA server infrastructure – historian, redundant servers, HMI workstations, and cloud/edge connectivity.
Client Engagement & Team Building
- Serve as primary technical contact for clients, consultants, and government water project authorities.
- Prepare technical proposals, presentations, and BOQs for pre-bid and project stages.
Recruit, mentor, and manage SCADA engineers, instrumentation engineers, and commissioning specialists;
TECHNICAL SKILLS
SCADA / HMI : Ignition, AVEVA, Wonderware, WinCC, Vijeo Citect
Protocols : Modbus, DNP3, IEC 60870-5, PROFIBUS, OPC-UA, MQTT
PLC / RTU : Siemens S7, Allen Bradley, Schneider Modicon, ABB, Delta
Instrumentation : Flow meters, Level/Pressure transmitters, Analyzers, VFDs, MFM
Networking : Industrial Ethernet, Fiber, GPRS/4G RTUs, VPN, OT Firewall
Tools : AutoCAD, EPLAN, MS Project, MS Office
EXPERIENCE
- 7–10 years in PLC/SCADA/Instrumentation engineering with 3–4 years in water/irrigation EPC projects.
- Proven track record of independently managing end-to-end EPC project delivery – design through commissioning.
- Experience with government/municipal water utilities or irrigation departments preferred.
QUALIFICATIONS
- B.E./B.Tech – Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, or E&C Engineering.
- M.Tech or MBA (relevant field) will be an added advantage.
- Certifications in SCADA platforms (Ignition, AVEVA, WinCC) or PLC programming preferred.
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Provident Fund
- Work from home
Work Location: In person
