Project Engineer
If you're an expert in industrial automation and want to work alongside a growing international team, this is the job for you!
Summary:
We are looking for engineers to join our client's team in Karachi. The team works on developing and delivering software solutions for collecting, storing, processing, and presenting industrial plant data all the way from edge to the cloud. They mainly work in the sectors of renewable energy (solar, wind, hydro power and battery storage), and within the oil and gas sector. The Karachi team works together with the team in Norway. As a candidate, you should be self-driven and able to take the lead while also being comfortable working in a team and collaborating with others.
Job Requirements:
- Responsible for configuring and deploying a SCADA solution based on project requirements, including parameter setup, tag mapping, and basic customization to ensure proper integration with field devices and systems.
- Responsible for conducting thorough internal testing to validate system functionality, followed by external testing with clients to ensure compliance with project requirements and expectations.
- Working closely with engineering, product development, and other internal teams to ensure successful project delivery and customer satisfaction.
- Developing and implementing procedures to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues within the system to ensure reliable and continuous operation.
- Providing training to customers on SCADA systems and offering ongoing technical support.
Wanted qualifications:
- BE or Master's in Electronics/Electrical Engineering/Computer Science
- 2-4 years of relevant experience
- Fluent in oral and written English
- Comfortable working directly with customers
Relevant areas of knowledge and experience:
- Experience in Hybrid energy system domain including Solar PV, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Hydropower, and Wind Energy.
- Knowledge of oil and gas industry standards and processes, including upstream, midstream, and downstream operations, with an understanding of control systems, safety protocols, and process workflows.
- Hands-on experience with various SCADA platforms, such as Wonderware, WinCC, Ignition, GE iFIX with the ability to configure, deploy, and support systems across diverse industrial applications.
- Proficient in industrial communication protocols such as Modbus (RTU,TCP/IP), OPC (UA,DA), IEC 61850 etc.
- Proficient in algorithm development and logical problem solving using programming languages such as C#, Python, or equivalent.
- Experience in databases, MS SQL, PostgreSQL preferably
- Familiarity with Windows management tools and services and the .NET Framework development environment for managing and deploying industrial applications.
- Skilled in Microsoft office including (Excel, Word, PowerPoint and outlook) and other Microsoft tools like OneDrive, Teams
- Understanding of containerization and orchestration tools including Docker, Kubernetes, and Lens for managing Kubernetes clusters.
A person who is…
- Technologically curious and forward-thinker
- Team player with good communication skills
- Analytical, systematic and structured
- Self-driven with a positive attitude, and able to take ownership in projects and customer solutions
- Ability to follow and establish guidelines and frameworks
- Takes initiative
- Fast learner
- Customer-centric
- Locations
- Karachi
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Job location
- Karachi
- Employment Level | Seniority
- Associate, Mid-Senior level
Workplace & Culture at Sperton
At Sperton, we believe that great results come from great people.
Our culture is built on trust, collaboration, and a shared passion for delivering quality in everything we do.
We are a Norwegian-owned international company with colleagues across Europe, Asia, and the USA, working together seamlessly across time zones and cultures. Our teams are diverse, yet united by the same goal — to connect people and companies in meaningful ways.
We value openness, initiative, and continuous learning. Everyone at Sperton is encouraged to take ownership, share ideas, and challenge existing ways of working to make our solutions even better.
Even though we operate globally, our approach is personal. We take pride in creating a supportive and inclusive environment where people feel heard, respected, and motivated to grow — both professionally and personally.
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