DCS Hardware Design Engineer

Power Plant DCS Hardware Design Engineer

Responsible for the design of power plant monitoring and control systems (DCS, SCADA, PLC and Special Function Controllers) and related control devices/subsystems used for data acquisition, automatic process control, safety & reliability systems and operator stations/interfaces. An ideal candidate is expected to have the following:

• Deep understanding of customer (power plant owners) requirements (plant layout, monitoring & control requirements of power plant (Generator, GT, ST, Boiler, HRSG, BoP and Auxiliaries – respective open loop, closed loop controls and protection interlocks), P&ID, and Functional Design Specifications
• Ability to design the entire control system (architecture, network, cybersecurity, IO distribution and system layout) in collaboration with related technical departments, as well as creating system architecture, high-level designs and specifications.
• Design and develop control system hardware architecture for Power Plants in compliance with relevant safety and environmental ratings, I/O allocation and hardware sizing calculations
• Preparation of specifications and instructions to share with respective departments for detailed engineering and also to manufacturing team. And provide guidance and support
• Prepare system hardware configuration drawings and architecture diagrams. Review vendor documentation and technical submittals
• Extend support Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) and Site Acceptance Test (SAT).
• Knowledge of applicable international standards (IEC, EMI, EMC, Cyber Security, EU CE Marking etc.)
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in design and detail engineering of one or more established DCS used in power plants. Example: Diasys Netamation, MELSEP, HIACS, TOSMAP, SPPA T3000, Mark VIe, Symphony Plus, 800xA, Emerson, Honeywell, Centum etc

Role Summary:

Responsible for end-to-end hardware design and engineering of DCS and control systems for power plants, including architecture development, I/O design, vendor coordination, and support across FAT/SAT and execution phases.

 Required Skills and Experience

• Hands-on working experience in design control panels, marshalling cabinets, interlock & relay panels, and network cabinets.
• Experience in creating high-level specifications to share with detailed design team, manufacturing team and external vendors/suppliers
• Guiding and supporting detailed design team to prepare detailed engineering artifacts such as Cabinet GA & FV, Internal Layout, Cable Tray Layout, Wiring Diagrams, Interconnection Drawings, Cable Schedules, Terminal Plans, Bill of Materials
•  Proficiency in tools such as AutoCAD, MS Visio, U-SEC/EPLAN, Triangle Microworks, MS Office

 Experience

• 10+ years in Control System application engineering for power plants with a minimum of 5 years’ hands-on experience in DCS hardware engineering.

 Education

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation Engineering or equivalent.

Role Overview:

Design and engineering of power plant control systems (DCS/SCADA/PLC), including system architecture, hardware configuration, and integration for reliable plant operation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design DCS hardware architecture, I/O allocation, and system layout
• Develop system architecture, network, and cybersecurity design
• Review P&IDs, FDS, and plant control requirements (GT, ST, Boiler, HRSG, BoP)
• Prepare hardware drawings, specifications, and engineering documents
• Support vendor reviews, FAT, and SAT
• Guide detailed engineering teams for cabinets, wiring, and layouts

Technical Requirements:

• Strong experience with DCS platforms (e.g., Mark VIe, 800xA, SPPA T3000, Emerson, Honeywell)
• Expertise in control panels, marshalling cabinets, and network systems
• Knowledge of IEC, EMI/EMC, and cybersecurity standards
• Tools: AutoCAD, EPLAN/U-SEC, MS Visio