Job Description

WSP India is seeking a highly experienced Principal Control Systems Engineer to join our offshore delivery team in the GCC, supporting major infrastructure and industrial automation projects across Australia.

This role is suited to a seasoned engineer with strong technical depth and proven delivery capability across PLC/SCADA systems. You will play a key role in driving high-quality design outcomes, supporting FAT activities, and acting as a confident interface between offshore delivery teams, onshore leads, and clients.

The position will be for Mumbai/ Bangalore location.

The Principal Control System Engineer shall have experience mainly in Detailed Design Engineering, Design Review and Consultancy in. Experience in Bulk Material Handling, Crushers, Grinding Mills. Experience in Power Plant, Coal Grinding, Cement industry will be an added advantage and will be responsible for the following minimum services:

• Lead end-to-end control system design and development, from concept through to FAT support.
• Architect, design, and program PLC and SCADA systems, with a strong focus on Rockwell and Schneider platforms.
• Collaborate closely with onshore teams and multidisciplinary engineers to deliver integrated solutions.
• Produce and review high-quality engineering documentation, including:
  • Functional specifications
  • Control philosophies
  • I/O lists
  • Network architectures
  • FAT procedures
• Provide remote support for FAT execution, ensuring systems meet design intent and quality standards.
• Act as a key client interface, confidently leading technical discussions, gathering requirements, and presenting solutions.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers.
• Contribute to development of standards, templates, and best practices.
• Support commissioning teams remotely as required.

Key Competencies / Skills

Mandatory Skills

• Advanced experience with:
  • Rockwell PLC platforms (RSLogix / Studio 5000)
  • Schneider PLC platforms (Unity Pro / EcoStruxure)
  • SCADA systems (Citect, FactoryTalk View, Wonderware)
• Strong track record in control system design, architecture, and documentation delivery
• Solid understanding of:
  • OT network design and architectures
  • Industrial protocols (EtherNet/IP, Modbus, Profibus)
• Experience applying IEC 61131-3 programming standards and structured programming practices.
• Electrical design capabilities (schematics, panel design, power systems) are highly desirable.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with confidence in direct client interaction.
• Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating across global teams.

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Instrumentation and Control Engineering or Electronics Engineering is essential. A master’s degree in Control System Engineering is certainly advantageous.

• At least 13 to 16 Years proven industry experience in detailed design and consultancy of control systems.

• Experience with projects in Australia, New Zealand would be an advantage.

• Professional Membership & qualifications CENG/PENG of relevant professional bodies is desirable.

BGV:

• Employment with WSP India is subject to the successful completion of a background verification (“BGV”) check conducted by a third-party agency appointed by WSP India.

• Candidates are advised to ensure that all information provided during the recruitment process — including documents uploaded — is accurate and complete, both to WSP India and its BGV partner”.

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services consulting firms. We are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower. We are technical experts and strategic advisors including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors and environmental specialists, as well as other design, program and construction management professionals. We design lasting solutions in the Transportation & Infrastructure, Property & Buildings, Earth & Environment, Power & Energy, Resources and Industry sectors, as well as offering strategic advisory services. Our talented people around the globe engineer projects that will help societies grow for lifetimes to come.

With approximately 4,000 talented people across 3 locations (Noida, Bengaluru & Mumbai offices) in India and more than 73,000 globally, in 550 offices across 40 countries, we engineer projects that will help societies grow for lifetimes to come.

At “WSP” we draw on the diverse skills and capabilities of our employees globally to compete for the most exciting and complex projects across the world and bring the same level of expertise to our local communities. We are proud to be an international collective of innovative thinkers who work on the most complex problems. Unified under one strong brand, we use our local expertise, international reach and global scale to prepare our cities and environments for the future, connect communities and help societies thrive in built and natural ecosystems. True to our guiding principles, our business is built on four cornerstones: Our People, Our Clients, Our Operational Excellence and Our Expertise.

www.wsp.com

We are

• Passionate people doing purposeful and sustainable work that helps shape our communities and the future.
• A collaborative team that thrives on challenges and unconventional thinking.
• A network of experts channeling our curiosity into creating solutions for complex issues.

Inspired by diversity, driven by inclusion, we work with passion and purpose.

Working with Us

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

Our Hybrid Working Module

With us, you can operate in a flexible, agile, yet structured work environment and follow a Hybrid Work Model.

• Maximize collaboration.
• Maintain product quality and cultural integrity.
• Balance community, collaboration, opportunity, productivity, and efficiency.

Health, Safety and Wellbeing

Our people are our greatest asset, and we prioritize a safe work environment. Health, safety, and wellbeing are integral to our culture, with each of us accountable for fostering a safe workplace through our “Making Health and Safety Personal” initiative. Our Zero Harm Vision drives us to reduce risks through innovative solutions, earning recognition for our global health and safety practices with the prestigious RoSPA Health and Safety Awards for six consecutive years.

Inclusivity and Diversity

WSP India is dedicated to fostering a sustainable and inclusive work environment where our greatest strength - Our People -feel valued, respected, and supported. We ensure an unbiased approach in hiring, promotion, and performance evaluation, regardless of age, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, physical ability, education, social status, or cultural background.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of over 73,300 talented global professionals dedicated to making a positive impact. Together, we can make a difference in communities both near and far.

With us, you can.

Apply today.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.