Senior Automation & Control Systems Engineer

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Position Description Founded in 1976, CGI is among the world's largest independent IT and business consulting services firms. With 94,000 consultants and professionals globally, CGI delivers an end-to-end portfolio of capabilities, from strategic IT and business consulting to systems integration, managed IT and business process services, and intellectual property solutions. CGI works with clients through a local relationship model complemented by a global delivery network that helps clients digitally transform their organizations and accelerate results. CGI Fiscal 2024 reported revenue is CA$14.68?billion, and CGI shares are listed on the TSX (GIB.A) and the NYSE (GIB). Learn more at?cgi.com. Job Title: Senior Automation & Control Systems Engineer Position: SSE / LA / AC Experience: 7+ years of experience Category: Software Development Job location: Bangalore / Chennai Position ID: J1125-1230 Work Type: Hybrid Employment Type: Full Time / Permanent Qualification: Bachelor?s or Master?s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. We are seeking a highly experienced and technically proficient Instrumentation & Systems Integration Engineer to lead and support automation, control, and integration initiatives across oil & gas assets. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in industrial instrumentation, control systems (DCS/SCADA), MES applications, and IT/OT convergence, with working knowledge of industrial networking and cloud-based technologies. Key Responsibilities: Design, configure, and maintain instrumentation and control systems including DCS, PLC, and SCADA platforms across upstream and downstream operations. Lead IT/OT integration projects, ensuring secure and reliable data exchange between operational systems and enterprise platforms. Implement and support Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) to enhance production monitoring, traceability, and operational efficiency. Develop and maintain network architectures for industrial environments, including VLAN configurations, firewall policies, and secure remote access. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless system integration between field devices, control systems, and cloud business applications. Support alarm management, system diagnostics, and performance optimization of control systems in compliance with safety and reliability standards. Ensure compliance with industry standards such as IEC 62443, ISA-95 and is aware of OT cybersecurity and architecture frameworks. Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers and technicians. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline. 7?8 years of experience in instrumentation, automation, and systems integration within the oil & gas industry. Hands-on experience with DCS/PLC systems (e.g., Emerson DeltaV, Honeywell Experion, Siemens PCS 7) and SCADA/HMI platforms. Strong understanding of MES systems, OPC UA, MQTT, and industrial communication protocols. Proficiency in networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, VLANs, firewalls, and cybersecurity principles. Foundational knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) and their application in industrial environments. Familiarity with ISA-95, IEC 62443. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills. Preferred Skills: Experience with edge computing, IIoT platforms, and data historians. Exposure to cybersecurity assessments and compliance audits in OT environments. Certifications in ISA, Cisco, or cloud technologies are a plus. Your future duties and responsibilities Required Qualifications To Be Successful In This Role Together, as owners, let?s turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you?ll reach your full potential because? You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That?s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company?s strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You?ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You?ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You?ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team?one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.