• Job Description

  Req#: 26379

  Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

  Job Purpose

  To ensure smooth operation, optimization, and reliability of automation and control systems in the BIW (Body Shop) and Paint Shop by performing preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance of PLCs, robots, and other related equipment’s, while supporting continuous improvement projects to enhance equipment uptime, quality, and energy efficiency.

  Key Responsibilities

  Projects

  • Validate RFQ – Coordinate for Installation & Commissioning of automation systems in Paint/BIW projects
  • Solution development & validation in discussion with suppliers to secure Project deliverables
  • Coordinate with vendors , Project , Safety & Maintenance team during project phase
  • Ensure equipment installation, commissioning & prove out as per the standard in brown field project
  • Provide feedback during engineering phase of the project to vendors and ensure necessary controls are in place for Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Environment, People(SQDCEP) of the process

  PLC & Automation System Management

  • Handle operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, and field communication networks (PROFIBUS, PROFINET, Ethernet/IP).
  • Maintain and modify logic for PLC’s (Siemens S7-300/400/1200/1500, Allen Bradley ControlLogix, or Mitsubishi PLCs etc)
  • Develop, modify, and validate interlocks, safety logics, and process control sequences for both BIW and Paint Shop.
  • Perform program backups, documentation, and version control as per plant standards.
  • Interface PLCs with robots, drives, and higher-level control systems (MES, SCADA).
  • Interface with IT as a key user & train other users

  Robotics & Mechatronic Systems

  • Maintain and troubleshoot industrial robots in BIW (spot welding, MIG welding, material handling) and Paint Shop (painting, sealing, and sanding robots).
  • Work with robot controllers for programming and calibration (Fanuc, ABB, KUKA, or Yaskawa etc.)
  • Monitor robot paths, process parameters, and communication with PLCs.
  • Support robot re-teaching, parameter tuning, and error recovery for cycle optimization.

  BIW (Body-in-White) Systems

  • Maintain automation systems in spot welding, framing, and sealer application lines etc.
  • Troubleshoot electrical and control systems for welding controllers (Aro, Bosch, Medar, OBARA etc), servo guns, and motion controllers.
  • Monitor conveyor control systems, lifters, turntables, and positioning devices.
  • Ensure accuracy of interlocks, sensors, limit switches, and field I/O modules.
  • Implement process improvements to reduce weld cycle time and enhance equipment reliability.

  Paint Shop Systems

  • Maintain PLCs, HMIs, and automation for :

  1. 1. Pretreatment (PT) & Electrodeposition (ED)
     2. Paint booths, ovens, and circulation systems
     3. Conveyors and air handling units (AHUs)
     4. Robotic painting and sealing systems

  • Monitor and control temperature, pressure, humidity, and flow through instrumentation systems.
  • Support energy optimization in paint booths, curing ovens, and exhaust fans.

  Control Panel & Electrical Maintenance

  • Maintain and troubleshoot MCCs, control panels, and field junction boxes.
  • Perform load analysis, insulation resistance checks, and earth resistance testing.
  • Maintain and test safety relays, interlocks, and E-stops as per EHS standards.
  • Ensure compliance with IEC, IS, and EHS safety standards.

  Data Monitoring & Continuous Improvement

  • Utilize SCADA, MES, and data acquisition systems for monitoring downtime and process parameters.
  • Perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for recurring automation faults and implement corrective actions.
  • Support TPM, Kaizen, and Lean initiatives to improve equipment reliability and reduce energy consumption.
  • Develop dashboards for cycle time monitoring, robot downtime, and alarm history analysis.

  Documentation & Audit Compliance

  • Maintain updated electrical schematics, control logic diagrams, and automation documentation.
  • Keep preventive maintenance and calibration records for all automation systems.
  • Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 requirements.
  • Participate in internal and external audits (EHS, TPM, IATF) with relevant data and reports.

  Technical Skills & Competencies

  Area	Key Competencies
  PLC Systems	Siemens, Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi – Logic Programming, Troubleshooting, and Backup
  Robotics	ABB, Fanuc, KUKA, Yaskawa – Path Teaching, I/O Mapping, Process Programming
  Drives & Motion	ABB, Siemens, Danfoss VFDs; Servo & Position Control Systems
  Instrumentation	Temperature, Pressure, Humidity, Flow Sensors Calibration
  Network Communication	PROFIBUS, PROFINET, Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet
  SCADA & HMI	WinCC, FactoryTalk, iFIX, or Wonderware
  Electrical Systems	Panel Design, Power Distribution, Safety Interlocks
  Software Tools	AutoCAD Electrical, TIA Portal, RSLogix, Roboguide, MS Excel, SAP PM
  Standards	IEC / IS codes, EHS safety, LOTO, Arc Flash prevention, 5S compliance
  Industry 4.0	Continuous improvements utilizing Industry 4.0
  Hand on PLC, Automation & Programming	Hands on experience in trouble shooting

  Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

  • BIW & Paint Shop Equipment Uptime (%)
  • PLC/Robot Fault Response Time
  • Mean Time To Repair (MTTR)
  • Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF)
  • Energy Consumption per Body/Painted Unit
  • PM Compliance (%)
  • Recurring Fault Reduction (%)
  • Audit Compliance (Safety, Quality, EHS)

  Qualification & Experience

  • Education: B.E. / B.Tech / Diploma in Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics
  • Experience: 6–10 years in automobile BIW and Paint Shop automation maintenance

  Behavioral Competencies

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Effective cross-department coordination (Production, Quality, Utilities, EHS).
  • High commitment to safety and process discipline.
  • Continuous learning mindset for new automation technologies (IoT, Vision, AI).

  
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  Who we are and what we believe in
  We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.

  Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.

  Group Trucks Operations encompasses all production of the Group’s manufacturing of Volvo, Renault and Mack trucks, as well as engines and transmissions. We also orchestrate the spare parts distribution for Volvo Group’s customers globally and design, operate and optimize logistics and supply chains for all brands. We count 30,000 employees at 30 plants and 50 distribution centers across the globe. Our global footprint offers an opportunity for an international career in a state-of-the-art industrial environment, where continuous improvement is the foundation. As our planet is facing great challenges, we - one of the largest industrial organizations in the world - stand at the forefront of innovation. We are ready to rise to the challenge. Would you like to join us?

• About the company

  Volvo Group drives prosperity through transport and infrastructure solutions, offering trucks, buses, construction equipment, power solutions for marine and industrial applications, financing and services that increase our customers’ uptime and productivity. We are committed to shaping the future landscape of sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions.

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