Automation Supervisor

About the role

The Automation Supervisor leads the development and implementation of automated processes and systems across various areas in the company. The role involves understanding instrument and loop calibration concepts, performing calibration using MC6 calibrator and other reference/test standards on field instruments, identifying network status (I/O, Communication), and troubleshooting servers with a strong understanding of FAS (Factory Automation System) and their interconnectivity.

Key responsibilities

• Initiate plans and programs for maintenance and improvement of Automation Systems to ensure effectiveness and achieve high equipment reliability
• Lead troubleshooting, repair and modification of equipment automation and controls
• Provide guidance and training to Electrical and instrumentation technicians on troubleshooting and improvement projects related to automation and control
• Lead field execution of testing, calibration and validation of automated systems/equipment, overseeing functional verification of field devices, control systems, and safety loops
• Ensure equipment meets design specifications and regulatory requirements
• Lead creation of one pager RCA for Automation Failures and provide clear PA for all Automation issues
• Participate in new CAPEX projects for Automation and propose improvements for smooth implementation
• Evaluate opportunities to eliminate manual operations and discrete controls in favor of PLC-based or HMI-based integrated automation and controls systems

About you

• Graduate of Engineering Course
• At least 2 years' working knowledge and relevant experience in automation
• Knowledge on Automation, PLC and SCADA
• Skilled with preparation of tenders for automation/electrical solutions
• Experience implementing automation/electrical solutions and writing software code
• Strong programming foundation on HMI, PLCs and motion controllers using Rockwell software and other programming languages
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Able to communicate with customers at all levels and capable of managing their expectations