SANDEEP DILIP HARNE

I have experience of 12+ years as Project Engineer in Industrial Automation. I have worked on variety of projects under various sectors such as water Treatment Plant, Automotive forging Press. LPG Gas Heating Furnaces with fully automated unloading and loading trays, Hot Forging Press, Process automation etc. I have experience in various system platform software such as Siemens Rockwell, Mitsubishi, Delta, Omron, Ignition PLC/SCADA/HMI/VFD'S Bring good experience in project engineering activities such as software development of various PLC/SCADA/HMI, P&ID review with FDS doc. IO list development, testing and commissioning support. I have good knowledge of machine maintenance activities. I have worked with variety of industrial communication protocols such as Modbus TCP/IP, Profibus, and TCP/IP-Ethernet/Profinet.

Professional Experience Senior Project Engineer – Sage Automation Senior Project Engineer – Sage Automation Automation & Maintenance Lead Engineer – Varroc Group Project Engineer – Cotmac Electronics Pvt. Ltd. Project Engineer – Water Treatment Plant

Onsite Project Commissioning & Testing – Cold Storage Warehouse, Melbourne, Australia

• Successfully executed onsite commissioning and testing for a new automated Cold Storage Warehouse in Melbourne.
• Developed automation devices for Conveyors and Chain Conveyor Motors.
• Performed field instrument I/O testing using Advanced Safety+ AS-i Master and Slave field devices.
• Configured hardware and software using Siemens TIA Portal.
• Designed and tested Ignition SCADA templates with real-time OPC-UA communication for monitoring and control.

SENIOR PROJECT ENGINEER- SAGE AUTOMATION

Client-SAGE Australia (Melbourn)

• Migration of SCADA system from Rockwell FactoryTalk View SE to Ignition Vision, improving system scalability and reducing licensing costs.
• Designed and configured Ignition Gateway with OPC UA connectivity to Rockwell ControlLogix L81 PLCs.
• Developed reusable Vision templates and faceplates for motors, pumps, and valves with status, alarms, and runtime monitoring.
• Converted Rockwell UDTs into Ignition Tag structures, maintaining consistency across multiple plant areas.
• Configured Alarm Journals, Alarm Pipelines, and Historical Tag Logging for plantwide monitoring and reporting.
• Provided on-site support and operator training for maintenance and production teams to ensure smooth transition and ease of operation.

Client: Hindalco Group (Pressezzi)

• Commissioned Extrusion Press Line Plants (7", 8", and 10") using Rockwell L81 GuardLogix PLC and Uniqo HMI.
• Designed and implemented PLC, SCADA, and HMI solutions for crane automation used in loading and unloading operations.
• Commissioned packaging, wrapping, and strapping automation systems integrated with ASRS (Automated Storage and Retrieval System) for profile storage with DMS system integration.
• Provided onsite automation support to maintenance and production teams to ensure smooth plant operations.
• Conducted daily client meetings to discuss process modifications and implement system updates.
• Led a team of 5+ automation engineers, ensuring timely project completion with proper documentation.

Client: PepsiCo – Kosi Plant

• Performed P&ID inspection for the RBS line, including I/O testing and control panel wiring validation.
• Prepared technical documentation according to P&ID diagrams, field instrument availability, and control/power wiring layouts.
• Commissioned Remote I/O systems based on control logic implementation.
• Inspected field motors and pumps using DOL starter kick-start procedures.

Project: 8000T Mechanical Press Line Automation (2023)

• Developed PLC programming using Siemens PLC and Rockwell SCADA systems for hot metal forging press automation.
• Implemented automation for three pick-and-place robots with safety interlocks for trimming and padding press operations.
• Prepared I/O lists, device blocks, and modified control logic according to client requirements.
• Established communication between Rockwell PLC and FactoryTalk View SE SCADA.
• Retrofitted Heat Treatment Furnace (IBH) system with Siemens S7-300 PLC including program modification and trials.
• Executed Pre-FAT, FAT procedures, and site commissioning activities.
• Configured TCP/IP communication networks for automation systems.
• Designed and developed cutting machine control systems using Mitsubishi PLC and Delta PLC software.
• Delivered industrial automation solutions for multiple customers using Siemens automation platforms.
• Analyzed client requirements and designed customized automation solutions.
• Provided technical support and troubleshooting for Siemens PLC, Drives, SCADA, and HMI systems.
• Delivered breakdown support to industries including Process, Manufacturing, FMCG, and Automotive.
• Maintained strong client relationships and ensured high customer satisfaction through timely service support.

Client: Kalika Steel, India

• Developed PLC programming and HMI applications using Siemens S7-1500 PLC and KTP-1200 HMI.
• Designed control logic based on P&ID diagrams and Functional Design Specifications (FDS).
• Created device function blocks for analog input/output mapping, valves, and motor control.
• Designed HMI screens, templates, and faceplates for valves, motors, and pumps for efficient plant monitoring and control.
• Ensured reliable water treatment automation systems to support steel production processes while maintaining safety and environmental compliance.

• Ignition 8.1 Core Certified

Listening to music and reading books in my free time. I enjoy learning new technologies related to industrial automation and improving my technical knowledge.

I hereby declare that the information furnished above is true to the best of my knowledge.

 Place: PUNE15/05/2026    

Signature: SANDEEP D. HARNE