Lead Engineer-DCS

• Understanding of Project Specification, scope of work, etc.

• Understanding of control narratives, P&IDs, SAMA, Interlock and Cause & Effect charts

• Solid understanding of control & operation of major power plant systems, including:

  • Boiler, Turbine

  • HRSG, Balance of Plant (BOP)

  • Feedwater, condensate, and cooling water systems

  • Fuel handling systems (coal, gas, oil)

  • Electrical auxiliaries and protection interfaces

• Lead project execution through all lifecycle stages: 

  • Detailed project controls, graphics and database engineering

  • Design reviews

  • Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT)

  • Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)

  • Commissioning and start‑up support

• Ensure engineering quality, schedule adherence, compliance with project standards, and quality ISO compliance

• Plan, conduct, and lead Design Review Meetings (DRMs) with internal teams, customers, EPCs, and OEMs

• Present control design, logic philosophy, graphics, database, and system architecture during DRMs

• Prepare FAT plans, test scopes, and commissioning procedures in line with project requirements

• Lead and coordinate customer FATs, ensuring closure of comments and variances

• Prepare FAT/SAT procedures and test documentation

• Prepare commissioning procedures, startup sequences, and testing guidelines

• Provide on‑site technical leadership during commissioning and plant startup

• Troubleshoot complex control, logic, and integration issues during startup and performance testing

• Lead coordination with project managers, engineering teams, customers, and vendors

• Support project planning and milestone tracking

• Mentor junior engineers and review their technical deliverables

You show a tremendous amount of initiative in tough situations; are exceptional at spotting and seizing opportunities. You deliver messages in a clear, compelling and concise manner and actively listens and checks for understanding. You enjoy challenge of unfamiliar tasks and seek innovative approaches to tackle a problem.

• 4 years bachelor’s degree in ECE, EEE, I&C, E&I

• 8+ years of experience in automation project execution for power plants

• Strong power plant process knowledge (thermal or combined‑cycle)

• Prior experience as Lead Engineer / Technical Lead

• Proven experience leading - Design reviews, FAT execution, Commissioning activities

• Strong end‑to‑end DCS/PLC project lifecycle exposure

• Understanding of industrial communication protocols

• Willingness to travel for DRM, FAT, SAT, and commissioning activities

• Clear customer‑facing communication skills

• Problem-solving, decision-making, and planning skills

• Ability to write reports, business correspondence and commission documents

• Ability to optimally present information and respond to queries from management, clients and customers

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities

• Ability to technically lead and mentor engineering teams

• Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary and site environments