Senior Engineer - 800xA

ABB is hiring a Senior Engineer - 800xA for a remote role open to applicants in India. Level rates it ; you can apply on ABB.

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On Level's scale, this role is Little AI ●○○○: aI is not part of the work.
This is listed as a remote role.
The posting mentions process automation, dcs and plc among its tools and skills.
Level classes it as a senior role.
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Designs and executes DCS engineering activities and automation control system projects for energy industries.

process-automationdcsplcsystem-integrationinstrumentation

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This Position reports to:

Senior Engineering Manager

This role will be working as Senior Project Engineer and will be part of Automation Business Area for Energy Industries division based in Bangalore, India. In this role you will be reporting to Engineering Manager and will be responsible for designing and executing DCS engineering activities in Service or Greenfield projects with medium to large complexity, according to standard work instructions, quality standards and safety guidelines. Delivering quality customer service to satisfy customers.

The work model for the role is # LI - Hybrid.

This role is contributing to the to the Energy Industries for INOPC based in Bangalore, India.

You will be mainly accountable for:

Execute assigned automation and control system projects, including control logic development, HMI configuration, testing (IFAT/FAT), commissioning, and site acceptance activities.
Prepare and review engineering deliverables such as design specifications, technical documentation, test procedures, and bill of materials while ensuring compliance with engineering standards.
Provide technical leadership to project teams, resolve technical queries, conduct design reviews, and ensure high-quality project deliverables.
Collaborate with project stakeholders to monitor project progress, manage risks, address technical challenges, and meet contractual commitments.
Support customer-facing activities by participating in commissioning, troubleshooting, technical discussions, and maintaining strong customer relationships.
Contribute to proposal development, continuous improvement initiatives, design reviews, and implementation of best engineering practices to enhance project execution efficiency.

You will join a talented team, where you will be able to thrive.

Qualifications for the role:

8-10 years of experience in Process Automation within Oil & Gas, Refineries, Petrochemicals, Chemicals, or Batch industries, with hands-on ICSS experience (PCS, SIS/ESD, PMS).
Strong knowledge of control system architecture, DCS application engineering, graphics engineering, and industry standards such as IEC 61508, IEC 61511, IEC 61131-3, IEC 61850, IEC 104, and IEC 101.
Experience with field instrumentation, industrial communication protocols (Profibus, Modbus, OPC UA, IEC 61850, IEC 104, etc.), and networked control systems.
Ability to interpret and work with engineering documents including P&IDs, Control Narratives, SAMA diagrams, I/O Lists, Functional Design Specifications (FDS), Cause & Effect matrices, and Interlock/Protection documents.
Commissioning experience in process industries and willingness to travel internationally (up to 40-50%) as required by project needs. Exposure to ABB 800xA and ABB DCS hardware/software engineering is an added advantage.
Bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation, Electronics & Communication, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.

More about us

ABB a provides a comprehensive range of integrated automation, electrical and digital systems and services for customers in the process, hybrid and maritime industries. These offerings, coupled with deep domain knowledge in each end market, help to optimize productivity, energy efficiency, sustainability and safety of industrial processes and operations.

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

Ready to make an impact? Apply today or visit www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.

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How we rate this

Senior Engineer - 800xA at ABB rates 0 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Little AI. AI is not part of the work.

●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
●○○○ Little AI0 to 39

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Key facts

Senior Engineer - 800xA is an open job at ABB.
Level rates this role AI Level 1 of 4: Little AI.
The role is based in Bangalore, Karnataka, India and is marked remote.
The job was posted on October 6, 2026.
Seniority: senior.
Applications are handled by ABB. Apply on ABB

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