Automation Engineer

Are you in for a big challenge, like contributing to the success of new global company? Epiroc is the company demerged from Atlas Copco in April 2018, with shareholders' and stock exchange approvals. Epiroc is a leading global productivity partner to the mining, infrastructure, and natural resources industries. Epiroc stands for innovation, commitment, and collaboration, which is the speed to market & industry leadership; the passion to help customers succeed and a close partnership for deep understanding of the needs. We clearly aim to be our customers’ first choice.

Position :Automation Engineer

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Follow Epiroc and site safety requirements, including PPE, permits, isolation/LOTO and underground work procedures; report hazards and system abnormalities promptly.

• Support installation, integration, testing and commissioning of RCT tele-remote systems on underground loaders and equipment from different OEMs.• Configure and maintain approved system software, communications, controls, firmware and operational settings.

• Perform pre-inspections, preventive maintenance, cleaning, lubrication, adjustments, calibration and functional testing as per RCT guidelines.• Inspect and maintain wiring, connectors, sensors, cameras, antennas, control panels, equipment mounting, tele-huts and Area Access Panels.

• Diagnose electrical, automation, control, communication and network faults; repair or replace components within approved scope and restore operation safely.

• Monitor network latency, data transfer and surface-to-underground connectivity; investigate and escalate unresolved issues with complete diagnostic evidence.

• Prepare root-cause analyses and implement corrective and preventive actions for recurring breakdowns and performance issues.

• Coordinate with operators, banksmen, HZL foremen, site teams and remote technical support on loader status, location, priorities and safe recovery.

• Maintain daily/weekly maintenance records and monthly reports covering breakdowns, calibration, network performance, availability, software changes and spare-parts usage.

• Recommend critical spares and special tools, support inventory follow-up, and participate in technical training and continuous improvement activities.

Qualification, Skills and Experience:

Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Mechatronics, Automation or a related discipline.

• Preferred: 2-5 years of hands-on experience in industrial automation, heavy equipment, mining machinery, remote-control systems or underground operations.• Experience with tele-remote or autonomous mining equipment is preferred. RCT certification is advantageous; otherwise, completion of required RCT training is mandatory.

• Electrical schematics, field wiring, connectors, power supplies, sensors, cameras, antennas and control panels.• PLC/control-system fundamentals, automation logic and systematic fault diagnosis.

• Industrial networking, wireless/coaxial communication, latency monitoring and data-transfer checks.

• Software/firmware configuration, version control, calibration, functional testing, preventive maintenance and root-cause analysis

• Valid statutory/site competency, electrical license or underground mine experience is an advantage, where applicable.

Key competencies required for this role:

• Strong safety focus, problem-solving ability, teamwork, documentation discipline and customer-facing communication.

• Ability to work independently at remote mine sites and coordinate with local and remote support teams.• Willingness to work underground, in rugged/dusty/noisy conditions, in rotational shifts or extended hours during operational needs and breakdowns.

• Willingness to travel and complete applicable medical, safety, induction and competency requirements

Location: Udaipur Region, Rajasthan, India

Why should you apply for this position?

We provide opportunities for personal growth (interesting tasks, development programs, and the ability to move to different positions).

Our employees like us (there is a friendly atmosphere, we work in pleasant and modern environment).

We give our colleagues the opportunity to uphold their own ideas.

The work in Epiroc is variable. We meet challenges almost every day.

The last date of application is 22nd October 2026.

It all starts with people. The world needs metals and minerals for the energy transition and our cities and infrastructure must be developed to serve a growing population. To succeed, we need to speed up the shift towards more sustainable mining and construction industries. We at Epiroc accelerate this transformation, together with customers and business partners in more than 150 countries, by developing and providing innovative and safe equipment, digital solutions, and aftermarket support.

All new thinkers are welcome. We are looking for those who want to develop, grow, and dare to think new. In Epiroc we attract, develop, and retain diverse talent valuing authenticity and unique perspectives, driving our spirit of innovation. We foster an inclusive culture where diversity isn't just a goal but a part of our values and way of working. This is how we do business for a sustainable future. Learn more at www.epiroc.com