Instrumentation and Automation Supervisor

Job Description:
The Instrumentation, Automation, and Electronics Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the maintenance, calibration, installation, and troubleshooting of all plant instrumentation, automation systems, and electronic equipment. This role ensures the accuracy, reliability, and efficiency of process control systems and supports continuous plant operations. The position involves supervising a team of technicians and coordinating with other departments for preventive maintenance, system upgrades, and automation projects.


Key Responsibilities:
Supervise day-to-day activities related to instrumentation, automation, and electronic systems in the plant.
Plan and execute preventive and corrective maintenance of PLCs, SCADA, sensors, actuators, transmitters, VFDs, HMIs, and other control devices.
Oversee the calibration and testing of process instruments to ensure accuracy and compliance with standards.
Troubleshoot complex automation and electrical control issues, ensuring minimal production downtime.
Lead the installation and commissioning of new automation systems and instrumentation.
Coordinate with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to ensure smooth system integration and functionality.
Monitor system performance and recommend improvements for reliability and efficiency.
Maintain technical documentation, manuals, calibration records, and system backups.
Ensure adherence to safety regulations, electrical codes, and company standards.
Train and mentor instrumentation and automation technicians.

Job Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics and Communications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation & Control Engineering, or a related field.
Licensed Engineer or relevant certifications (e.g., PLC programming, instrumentation) preferred.
At least 3–5 years of experience in instrumentation, automation, or controls within an industrial or manufacturing setting.
Minimum of 1–2 years in a supervisory or team lead capacity.

Skills & Qualifications:
Strong knowledge of PLCs (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Omron, etc.), SCADA, HMI, and DCS systems.
Experience in instrumentation calibration, loop checking, and process control systems.
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and control diagrams.
Solid troubleshooting skills in electronic circuits, control panels, and automation systems.
Proficient in using software tools for programming and system diagnostics.
Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.
Experience in lean manufacturing, predictive maintenance, or Industry 4.0 technologies.
Familiarity with ISO standards and industrial safety practices.
Ability to work in high-pressure environments and respond to emergencies.