Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer

Job location:
Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India
Created moment:
April 2, 2025
Job reference:
REQ - 09778

The Company

Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.8 billion in revenue and 13,700 employees in 54 countries in 2023. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods. Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers’ products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts.

The Position

Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer

Job Summary

JOB SCOPE/DIMENSIONS

Ensuring the availability of Electrical systems (33kv, 6.6kv, 415v)

Coordination with the Electricity board and electrical inspectors for planned shutdowns and for statutory requirements.

Carryout breakdown activities for faster restoration of equipment to meet the production demands

Coordinate and lead the electrical team to effective utilization of manpower, Spares, tools, machinery etc.,

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

List also the main Key Performance Indicators on which the incumbent on which be evaluated

  • Execute electrical and instrumentation maintenance tasks including preventive, predictive, reactive, trouble shooting, calibration, programming/ editing, test and inspection activities.

  • Contribute and provide technical input to specify, design, simulate, test, install and commission equipment and systems in co-operation with maintenance and projects requirements.

  • Supervise external contractors when they are working and/or executing tasks relating to the maintenance.  Coordinate E, yearly maintenance activities and contracts (Fixed wire testing, HV maintenance, Earthing test, PAT testing, etc.)

  • Manage high voltage network (33KV) onsite, as a Senior Authorised Person.  Responsible for coordinating switching activities and permits for HV and LV infrastructure.

  • Provide technical support for the maintenance team on a day to day basis.

  • Cross functional duty to provide absence cover for the Control and Automation Engineer.

  • Isolation and making systems/equipment safe to work on for the incumbent and others if required.

  • Adherence and contribution to maintain maintenance management policies and framework.  This includes updating technical detail, job guidelines, carrying out and recording risk assessments and method statements, using and updating CMMS workflow and database, authorisation to work and lock-off, drawings, financial plans, projects list etc. 

  • Responsible for preparation of root cause analysis for breakdowns and preparation of failure mode analysis of equipment.

  • Implementation of new procedures to improve equipment efficiency and reliability. Preparation of budget

  • Responding to after hour consultation and providing technical support during equipment failures.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Education and Experience requirements

 
  • Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent subject with 10 years’ proven experience and competency in similar role in heavy production / manufacturing environment

  • Strong understanding of electrical, control and instrumentation systems (i.e. level sensors, pressure transducers, etc.)

  • Should have Electrical Supervisor License for up to 33 KV from A.P. Electrical Licensing Board

  • Knowledge on PLC programming preferably on Siemens platforms (PCS7)

  • Good understanding of different communication protocols (Profibus DP/PA, HART, Modbus and Ethernet)

Imerys Leadership Competencies:

  • Cares for Self & Others:

               You demonstrate self -awareness and nurture an inclusive and safe environment empowering people to

               Do their best                                   

  • Collaborates for Success:

               You work together across boundaries to achieve shared goals.

  • Commits to Customers:

               You Understand (Internal & External) customers need to take action to meet them.

  • Drives Results:

               You deliver sustainable results and strive for excellence.

  • Shapes The Future:

               You think in long- term scenarios, anticipate future challenges

Position Type

Full time

and

Permanent

Only technical issues will be monitored through the below inbox:

recruiting.support@ imerys.com

PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT RESUMES OR APPLICATIONS TO THIS EMAIL, AS THEY WILL NOT BE REVIEWED. 

To ensure fairness and legal compliance in our recruitment processes, only applications received through the online application process will be considered. 

IMERYS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.