This position will contribute to the design, implementation, and maintenance of automation, instrumentation, and communication systems across the company's gas transmission, distribution, and metering network. This role involves hands-on engineering, system integration, network configuration, and ensuring the reliable operation of critical Automation and control infrastructure deployed throughout SSGC facilities.

Eligibility / Qualification Required:

Bachelors in Electrical / Electronics / Mechatronics / Instrumentation or equivalent with at least 2 years of relevant experience. Candidates having experience within gas distribution, oil and gas, utilities, petrochemicals, or energy sectors will be preferred.

Job Description / Responsibilities:

1. Assist in the design, configuration, and implementation of automation and control solutions for SSGC's transmission, distribution, and industrial metering systems.
2. Support the development of Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), loop diagrams, control philosophies, and I/O documentation for gas handling and measurement facilities. 
3. Prepare and update User Requirement Specifications, control system design documents, and technical datasheets. 
4. Support the development, testing, and documentation of PLC, RTU, and HMI applications used in gas monitoring and control operations. 
5. Assist in developing system validation protocols, FAT, SAT, and internal testing procedures to ensure compliance and system reliability. 
6. Participate in the specification, evaluation, and procurement of field instruments, analyzers, PLCs/RTUs, communication hardware, and other automation equipment. 
7. Prepare and review electrical/control schematics, panel drawings, wiring schedules, and I/O lists. 
8. Assist in creating accurate scope of work and project documentation for internal use and contractor coordination. 
9. Support operations, installation, testing, commissioning and troubleshooting of automation systems at SSGC sites. 
10. Assist in designing and maintaining Automation communication networks, including Ethernet, fiber optic, and wireless communication channels used for telemetry and real-time monitoring.
11. Understand and work with major network topologies used in industrial and utility environments i.e., Star topology for centralized communication, Ring topology (RSTP/PRP/HSR) for redundancy and high availability, Linear bus topology for remote stations and RTU chaining.
12. Assist in configuring and troubleshooting industrial switches, including Layer 2 managed switching. 
13. VLAN creation and segmentation, Redundancy protocols (RSTP, MRP, PRP), Port security and link monitoring. 
14. Support the deployment and maintenance of communication protocols, including Modbus TCP/IP, serial Modbus, IEC standards, DNP3, and OPC (DA & UA). 
15. Monitor communication health, polling performance, and ensure reliable connectivity between RTUs, PLCs, field instrumentation, and central SCADA servers.
16. Assist in preparing network layouts, communication architecture drawings, and topology diagrams for communication and control systems.
17. Understanding of:
    1. Field instrumentation (pressure, flow, temperature, level)
    2. PLC/RTU logic development Automation systems & industrial communication protocols
    3. Good knowledge of basic networking concepts, including IP addressing, switching, routing basics, network segmentation, and industrial communication standards.
    4. Strong teamwork and customer-handling abilities.

How to Apply:

Apply online by clicking the Apply Now button on the SSGC careers portal.