JobsQuest GlobalPLC Engineer

PLC Engineer

Quest Global·Chennai·Posted 8 Jul·via LinkedIn

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PLC Engineer
CategoryRail
LocationChennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Job TypeFull-Time
Internal/External

Job Requirements
At Quest Global, it’s not just what we do but how and why we do it that makes us different. With over 25 years as an engineering services provider, we believe in the power of doing things differently to make the impossible possible. Our people are driven by the desire to make the world a better place—to make a positive difference that contributes to a brighter future. We bring together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals who are empowered by an intentional workplace culture, to solve problems better and faster
Role Overview
They are hiring a hands-on automation engineer/programmer who can:
Develop and test PLC software
Work with industrial automation systems
Support global engineering teams
We are known for our extraordinary people who make the impossible possible every day. Questians are driven by hunger, humility, and aspiration. We believe that our company culture is the key to our ability to make a true difference in every industry we reach. Our teams regularly invest time and dedicated effort into internal culture work, ensuring that all voices are heard.
We wholeheartedly believe in the diversity of thought that comes with fostering a culture rooted in respect, where everyone belongs, is valued, and feels inspired to share their ideas. We know embracing our unique differences makes us better, and that solving the worlds hardest engineering problems requires diverse ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds. We shine the brightest when we tap into the many dimensions that thrive across over 21,000 difference-makers in our workplace.

Work Experience
Programming Skills
You should know at least one of these PLC programming languages:
Ladder Logic (LL) – most common in PLCs
Structured Text (ST) – similar to high-level programming like C
CodeBlocks / similar environments
PLC Hardware & Platforms
Experience with major industrial automation vendors:
Siemens
Rockwell Automation (Allen-Bradley)
Schneider Electric
or similar systems
Industrial Communication Protocols
You must understand how machines communicate:
Profinet
Profibus
Modbus
EtherNet/IP
Testing & Validation
SIL (Software-in-the-loop) – testing code without hardware
HIL (Hardware-in-the-loop) – testing with real hardware setups

Additional Responsibilities
Set up HIL testing environments
Support teams across different countries (remote/global support)
Work on commissioning (deploying automation systems on-site)
Use Git or version control tools for code management

Job Summary
ID
P-119977
Posted on
Jun 28 2026
Position
PLC Engineer
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Location
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

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