Manager / Asst. Manager - Automation

Actively Reviewing the Applications

Larsen & Toubro

India, Tamil Nadu Full-Time On-site INR 6–8 LPA

Posted 5 days ago • Apply by June 1, 2026

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer having exposure to Automation / Plant Engineering / Maintenance role. The candidate will be responsible for identifying automation solutions for fabrication process, studying feasibility & preparing technical specifications for various equipment and machineries, identifying and coordinating with equipment suppliers, techno-commercial evaluation of offers, coordination with stake holders for installation & commissioning, production trials and hand over.

Key Responsibilities

Identify opportunities for improvement in ongoing manufacturing processes and propose to automate with detailed work out for improvement in productivity/ quality/ safety .
Participate in new equipment procurement processes from initial stage and carry forward the project till installation and commissioning of identified equipment.
Work in close collaboration with internal stakeholders including production team, design team, procurement team, planning team, maintenance team and others.
Initiate inquiries for various equipment’s/parts/services by finalizing specification jointly with end user.
Study and prepare detail technical and commercial comparisons (TBE & CBE) of offers received from suppliers.
Co-ordination and follow up with equipment supplier for progress, dispatch and installation plan of equipment’s/parts being procured, ensuring timely execution of individual project.
Preparing layout for equipment installation in shop or yard area based on approval from manufacturing team, co-ordinate for necessary civil foundation activity.
Prepare plan for each project and monitor the progress ensuring regular update to all the stake holders, subordinates, and department head.
Maintain documentation and records relating to key responsibilities.
Ensure high safety practices during project execution.
Manage team of permanent or contract workmen ensuring safety inductions, attendance monitoring and regular availability for desired output.

Requirements

Degree in Mechanical Engineering with 5-7 years of relevant experience
Strong knowledge of automation systems, equipment and machinery.
Hands-on experience from conceptualization to commissioning of manufacturing process automation
Awareness of key fabrication processes including Welding, Cutting. Coating
Excellent problem-solving skills and analytical skills
Effective communication and leadership skills

Preferred Skills

Experience in Heavy fabrication industry is desirable
Basic Computer skills including SAP/ERP systems and other MS office applications.
Basic awareness of applicable industrial standard like ISO / ASME / NACE will be added advantage