Descon Engineering Limited
is seeking a highly motivated and experienced
Senior Solution Architect
. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing day-to-day technical solution activities, developing optimized automation and control system solutions, and supporting business development initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
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Review RFQs and ensure proposed solutions comply with customer requirements.
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Design and propose PLC/DCS/SCADA-based automation solutions using systems such as Rockwell, Siemens, Honeywell, ABB, Schneider, etc.
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Develop cost-optimized control system architectures and field instrumentation solutions.
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Prepare technical and commercial proposals, estimations, and project execution plans.
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Perform engineering, construction, and testing effort estimations.
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Identify technical and commercial risks and propose mitigation strategies.
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Coordinate proposals and follow-ups with the sales team.
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Support vendor management activities including quotation collection and negotiations.
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Develop execution philosophies, design procedures, project plans, and commercial documentation.
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Ensure technical and commercial compliance of proposals and highlight all deviations/exceptions.
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Provide innovative and optimized solutions based on field experience and technical expertise.
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Ensure compliance with CSIA (Control System Integrators Association) standards.
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Support site visits with proposal/engineering teams for solution assessment and optimization.
Requirements
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Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
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Minimum 5–6 years of experience in engineering, automation, control systems, or technical sales.
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Strong knowledge of PLC, DCS, SCADA systems, industrial networking, and field instrumentation.
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Experience in brownfield projects, site execution, and construction estimation will be an added advantage.
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Strong business development and negotiation skills.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Strong analytical mindset with a proactive and positive attitude.