Senior Automation Test Engineer (PLC & Motion Control)

Location: Pune, India

Work Mode: Hybrid (1 day WFH, 4 days Office)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: 6 – 10 Years

About The Client

We are hiring on behalf of our client, a global provider of motion control, drive technologies, and industrial automation solutions that help manufacturers improve machine performance and operational efficiency.

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior System Test Engineer to design and execute testing for industrial automation systems. The role involves PLC programming validation, motion control testing, and ensuring reliable performance of automation solutions before release.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute system-level tests for automation systems.
• Test motion control and robotics function blocks in PLC programs.
• Analyze requirements, design PLC programs, and execute tests.
• Configure and commission servo drives, VFDs, and inverters.
• Work on robotic and multi-axis motion control programming.
• Participate in FAT and SAT for automation projects.
• Configure PLC I/Os and Fieldbus communication systems.
  
  

Must-Have Requirements

• 6–10 years of experience in PLC programming or automation testing.
• Strong experience in PLC programming (Ladder / Structured Text / Function Blocks).
• Hands-on experience with servo drives, VFDs, and motion control systems.
• Experience with robotics and multi-axis automation programming.
• Knowledge of Fieldbus technologies (Ethernet/IP, PROFINET, EtherCAT, CAN, PROFIBUS, etc.).
• Strong analytical, debugging, and testing skills.