Production Supervisor

We are seeking an experienced Automation Engineer with strong expertise in industrial valve automation, actuator selection, control-system integration, and project execution. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience engineering automation packages for ball, plug, butterfly, gate, globe, check, and severe-service valves.

This role requires technical proficiency in pneumatic, hydraulic, electro-hydraulic, and electric actuation systems, along with the ability to manage projects from customer specification review through engineering, assembly, testing, inspection, dispatch, and site commissioning support

Valve Automation Engineering

Engineer and execute valve automation systems based on schematic drawings and customer requirements.

Develop automation solutions for: Ball valves

Plug valves

Butterfly valves

Gate, globe, and check valves

Severe-service valves

Select, size, and integrate: Pneumatic actuators

Hydraulic actuators

Electro-hydraulic systems

Electric actuators

Manual gear operators

Ensure appropriate actuator sizing, torque selection, fail-safe configuration, and operational suitability.

Automation Package Development

Design and develop complete valve automation packages incorporating: Solenoid valves

Limit switches

Position transmitters

Positioners

Air filter regulators

Tubing layouts

Control panels

Review customer specifications, datasheets, P&IDs, and project requirements.

Ensure package compliance with hazardous-area classifications, SIL requirements, and applicable customer standards.

Prepare and review automation documentation, including GA drawings, hook-up drawings, pneumatic/hydraulic schematics, wiring diagrams, BOMs, test procedures, and technical submittals.

Project Execution & Coordination

Coordinate end-to-end automation project execution from engineering through dispatch.

Work closely with Design, Production, QA/QC, Procurement, Assembly, and Testing teams.

Monitor engineering schedules, technical compliance, material availability, and customer deliverables.

Support Factory Acceptance Tests, Site Acceptance Tests, customer inspections, and pre-dispatch activities.

Provide technical clarifications to customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.

Testing & Troubleshooting

Supervise actuator assembly, calibration, functional testing, and final inspection.

Troubleshoot issues related to: Actuator performance

Air leakage

Positioning accuracy

Torque mismatch

Control-signal integration

ESD and fail-safe operation

Ensure automation packages meet functional, safety, and performance requirements before dispatch.

Support installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting at customer sites when required.

Continuous Improvement

Develop and maintain standardization for automation packages, component selection, and engineering practices.

Identify opportunities to improve package reliability, cost, quality, and delivery timelines.

Support valve automation upgrades, digitalization initiatives, and advanced control-system solutions.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Instrumentation Engineering/Electrical & Electronics Engineering/Mechanical Engineering/Mechatronics Engineering

Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in industrial valve automation.

Experience in valve manufacturing, EPC projects, or process-industry automation is highly preferred.

Mandatory Technical Skills

Strong knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, and electric actuator systems.

Experience in actuator selection, sizing, assembly, and integration for industrial valves.

Good understanding of instrumentation and control systems.

Knowledge of API and IEC standards.

Understanding of SIL concepts and hazardous-area requirements.

Familiarity with PLC/DCS integration and industrial communication protocols such as Modbus and Profibus.

Knowledge of control-valve accessories and automation components.

Ability to interpret: P&IDs

Instrument loop diagrams

Electrical schematics

Pneumatic and hydraulic schematics

GA drawings

Fabrication drawings

Preferred Industry Experience

Candidates with experience in the following areas will be highly preferred:

Valve manufacturing industry

Oil & gas EPC projects

Refinery and petrochemical projects

LNG terminals

Pipeline valve automation

Power and process industries

Severe-service valve applications

Preferred Product & System Exposure

Experience with the following will be an added advantage:

Scotch yoke actuators

Rack-and-pinion actuators

Multi-turn actuators

Quarter-turn actuators

Motor Operated Valves

Emergency Shutdown systems

HIPPS applications

Partial-stroke testing systems

Lubricated plug valves

Trunnion-mounted ball valves

Triple-offset butterfly valves

High-pressure/high-temperature valves

Steam-jacketed valves

Emergency Shutdown Valves

Preferred Certifications

Certified Automation Professional certification preferred.

Functional Safety or SIL certification is an added advantage.

Knowledge of ISO 5211 and NAMUR standards is preferred.

Key Competencies

Strong technical and analytical skills

Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving capability

Project execution and cross-functional coordination skills

Customer-focused approach

Strong documentation and communication skills

Leadership, mentoring, and team collaboration ability

Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver within schedule commitments