Technical Manager

Job Title: Technical Manager – Automation & Control Systems

Location:  Bengaluru / Chennai (Mode: Hybrid)

Company: Epiroc Mining India Pvt. Ltd

About Epiroc

Epiroc is a global leader in mining and infrastructure equipment, dedicated to driving productivity and sustainability across the industry. We are committed to building a better, more sustainable world through cutting-edge technologies and innovative solutions in automation, digitalization, and electrification.

About the Role

We are seeking a Technical Manager – Automation & Control Systems, to provide strong technical leadership and system-level direction for developing advanced automation solutions in Epiroc’s mining and construction equipment portfolio.

This role is focused on heavy machinery automation - encompassing embedded control systems, real-time communication, and offboard supervisory platforms for mining and construction equipment.

You will act as a technical steward, driving design integrity, software-hardware integration, and cross-functional alignment across automation platforms such as drilling, material handling, remote control, and autonomous or semi-autonomous machine applications.

You will play a pivotal role in shaping next-generation automation and control architectures - including Automotive CAN-based systems, C/C++ development, and Qt-based visualization - ensuring scalable, reliable, and safe operation of Epiroc’s autonomous and semi-autonomous equipment.

This position requires deep hands-on technical expertise, system-level thinking, and collaboration across global R&D teams.

Mission of the Role

To guide the technical direction, architecture, and integration of scalable automation and control systems that enable Epiroc’s next generation of intelligent, safe, and sustainable mining and construction equipment.

The role will also support future-ready engineering practices such as software-defined automation, simulation-driven validation, and AI-assisted engineering workflows to improve development efficiency, quality, and time-to-market.

Key Responsibilities:

Technical Leadership:

• Define and guide the system, hardware, and software architecture for onboard (embedded) and offboard automation solutions.
• Ensure scalability, interoperability, and reusability across control systems, platforms, and global projects.

System Integration:

• Lead the integration of embedded controllers, sensors, HMIs, and supervisory systems, ensuring seamless system behavior and communication.
• Oversee implementation using C/C++, Qt/QML, and Automotive CAN/J1939 frameworks, maintaining high standards of performance and safety.
• Drive hardware–software co-design efforts, collaborating with electrical and mechanical engineers to ensure cohesive system performance and optimized interfaces.
• Conduct design and code reviews to ensure compliance with architectural principles, functional safety standards (ISO 13849 / IEC 61508), and software best practices.

Innovation:

• Support new technology initiatives, prototypes, and proof-of-concepts that strengthen future automation capabilities.
• Evaluate emerging practices such as software-defined automation, model-based development, simulation-driven validation, and AI-assisted engineering.
• Explore safe and controlled use of AI-enabled tools for requirements analysis, code assistance, test generation, documentation, troubleshooting, and validation support.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that improve system reliability, maintainability, engineering efficiency, and time-to-market.

Project Execution:

• Oversee validation and testing of automation features through simulation, lab setups, and field trials, ensuring hardware–software reliability and performance.
• Collaborate with global test and verification teams to ensure system readiness and compliance with safety and quality standards.

Technical Governance and Knowledge Sharing:

• Establish and uphold design standards, coding guidelines, and version-control practices across projects.
• Promote DevOps and CI/CD methodologies for efficient software delivery and integration.
• Mentor engineers by sharing architectural and hardware integration insights, fostering a culture of learning, collaboration, and technical excellence.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with global R&D centers to align architecture, feature roadmaps, and software / hardware standards.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and testing teams to ensure system coherence and end-to-end performance validation.
• Serve as a technical bridge between product management, controls, and software teams, ensuring consistent design intent.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

Technical Expertise:

• • Proficiency in C and C++ (11/14/17) for embedded or real-time systems.
  • Strong experience with Automotive CAN / J1939 communication and diagnostics.
  • Hands-on experience in Qt/QML for HMI or visualization development.

• • System-level understanding of distributed architectures, controllers, sensors, and HMIs.
  • Familiarity with build systems (CMake), version control (Git), and CI/CD environments.

Architectural and System Integration Skills:

• • Demonstrated experience in defining and evolving systems or software architectures for complex embedded systems.
  • Proven ability to bridge hardware–software integration, ensuring interoperability across platforms and components.
  • Deep understanding of functional decomposition, interface design, and system behavior validation.

Collaboration and Technical Influence:

• Strong ability to influence technical decisions and align cross-functional teams toward a common architecture or system goal.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills across multicultural, global teams.
• Capable of mentoring engineers and guiding design discussions to maintain architectural consistency and technical excellence.

Domain Experience:

• • Prior experience in Mining, Construction, Off-highway, or Automotive industries preferred.
  • Exposure to Functional Safety standards (ISO 13849 / IEC 61508) is an advantage.

Education:

• • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Mechatronics, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science Engineering or a related field.

Nice to Have:

• • Experience with SCADA, remote control, tele-operation, or autonomous machinery used in heavy equipment or off-highway vehicles.
  • Knowledge of functional safety standards such as ISO 13849 / IEC 61508 and awareness of product cybersecurity requirements, secure software development practices, and cyber-resilience expectations such as CRA.
  • Experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), software-in-the-loop (SIL), simulation, or lab-based validation setups.
  • Exposure to system engineering processes such as requirements management, interface definition, system verification, and validation
  • Exposure to software-defined systems, hardware abstraction, reusable platform architectures, or connected machine ecosystems.
  • Familiarity with AI-assisted engineering, intelligent automation, data-driven development, or engineering productivity tools.
  • Awareness of OTA updates, edge computing, telemetry-based improvement, or low-connectivity industrial environments is an advantage.
  • Familiarity with simulation and testing tools (e.g., Gazebo, Unity, or MATLAB/Simulink-based environments) for validation of automation features.
  • Prior collaboration with global cross-functional R&D teams or international assignments.
  • Certification such as Certified Functional Safety Engineer (TÜV SÜD) is an advantage

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary and Benefits: Enjoy a rewarding compensation package tailored to your expertise.
• Global career opportunities across Epiroc’s worldwide network.
• Epiroc University for continuous learning and competence development.
• Competitive salary and benefits, rewarding your expertise and contribution.
• Innovative projects that shape the future of automation and sustainability.
• Hybrid work culture supporting flexibility, collaboration, and well-being.
• Inclusive environment built on trust, innovation, and teamwork.

Why you should apply:

This role offers high technical visibility, cross-functional collaboration, and the opportunity to shape the architecture and integration of next-generation automation and control systems across onboard and offboard domains.

You’ll collaborate with global R&D teams to define scalable, interoperable, and brand-agnostic automation platforms that enable seamless operation across mixed fleets in mining and construction - strengthening Epiroc’s global leadership in automation and autonomy.

If you’re passionate about driving system-level innovation, ensuring design integrity, and influencing how intelligent and sustainable machines are built, this position provides the perfect platform to make a real-world impact.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience and why they are a good fit for this role through the official Epiroc Careers Portal or by emailing their application to the Epiroc India Talent Acquisition Team.