Automation Engineer

Job Title: AutomationEngineer

Department: Technical

Location: Chennai, India

Who we are

KGK Jet India Private Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary of KGK Jet Co., Ltd., Japan, established to provide industrial coding and marking solutions to customers across India.Our core product portfolio includes Continuous Inkjet (CIJ) Printers, DOD, TIJ, Laser Marking Systems (CO₂, Fiber & UV), and industrial coding consumables.Beyond standard coding applications, KGK Jet India specializes in developing customized automation and special application solutions to meet unique customer requirements.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Design and integrate automation solutions involving CIJ, Laser, DOD printers, conveyors, traverse systems, PLCs, and industrial production lines.
• Co-ordination on Installation, commission, and troubleshoot automation systems to ensure reliable operation and minimum downtime.

3. Develop and modify PLC, HMI,Profinet, TCP/IP, electrical control systems, and integrate sensors, encoders, and motion control devices.

• Analyze customer requirements and propose suitable automation solutions, layouts, and system configurations.
• Coordinate with Sales, R&D, Mechanical Design, Production, and Service teams for successful project execution.
• Prepare and maintain technical documents, including electrical drawings, PLC backups, wiring diagrams, and commissioning reports.
• Provide technical support, preventive maintenance, and continuous improvements while ensuring quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications for the role:

· Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical / Instrumentation / Automation / Production or related discipline).

· Diploma candidates with relevant industrial automation experience may also be considered.

· Minimum 2-4 years of application development and support experience.

· Well-developed understanding of Industrial Automation systems like PLCs, motors, drives, motion control and robotic systems

· Demonstrable experience in building strong and enduring customer relationships within highly dynamic and competitive markets.

Compensation: Salary is negotiable and will be based on the candidate's experience, technical knowledge, skills, and overall suitability for the position.

Language: Hindi language proficiency is preferred.

Work Location: In person