Toyota Kirloskar, Ather Energy, and JSW at Bidkin AURIC: EV Automation Jobs Coming to Aurangabad (Updated July 2026)

Bidkin AURIC has attracted a concentration of EV and advanced manufacturing investment that is changing what industrial automation jobs look like in Aurangabad. Toyota Kirloskar Motor, Ather Energy, JSW Group, Hyosung India and Greaves Electric Mobility have all confirmed AURIC facilities — and every one of these plants runs automated production lines that require PLC, SCADA, robotics and instrumentation engineers. AURIC Phase 1 plots are already under construction, with first production expected at multiple sites in 2026–2027. The engineers who complete automation training now are positioning themselves for the first wave of hiring at these plants — the highest-salary, lowest-competition window.

Toyota Kirloskar at AURIC: Connected Manufacturing and the Automation Skills Required

Toyota Kirloskar Motor is building a connected manufacturing facility at AURIC aligned with Toyota's global TPS (Toyota Production System) and its digital factory standards. TPS-connected factories require engineers trained in ANDON system operation (the visual factory alert system), conveyor PLC control, automated guided vehicle (AGV) integration and Poka-Yoke automation. Toyota's global standard uses Siemens and Mitsubishi PLCs depending on the production line type. Automation engineers at Toyota Kirloskar AURIC must understand both PLC programming and the Toyota Production System philosophy — TPS training is provided internally, but PLC and SCADA skills must come on day one. Toyota Kirloskar has confirmed its AURIC facility is in construction phase and expects its first automation engineer hiring rounds in 2026–2027, with starting packages in the ₹4.0–5.5 LPA range for fresh engineers.

Ather Energy Bidkin: EV Assembly Automation and Battery System SCADA Roles

Ather Energy is one of India's fastest-growing EV two-wheeler companies, and its Bidkin AURIC facility is being built as a high-automation greenfield plant. EV assembly automation at Ather Bidkin centers on three areas: battery pack assembly (cell stacking robots, automated spot welding, SCADA-monitored cell formation cycles with precise temperature control); powertrain assembly (servo-controlled torque wrenches, automated end-of-line dynamometer testing); and quality systems (automated vision inspection, statistical process control data logging). SCADA engineers at Ather Energy need to monitor hundreds of battery cell parameters simultaneously — this is a more data-intensive SCADA environment than a traditional automotive plant. Entry salary: ₹3.8–5.0 LPA for fresh automation engineers.

JSW Group and Hyosung India at AURIC: Heavy Industry Automation Opportunities

JSW Group's planned AURIC facility covers steel processing and materials — a sector with a very different automation profile from automotive. Steel processing lines (slitting, pickling, galvanising) are fully automated with conveyor PLC systems, tension control drives, furnace temperature SCADA and quality monitoring cameras. JSW installations typically use Allen-Bradley ControlLogix for heavy-duty processing lines. Hyosung India's ₹3,000 crore power transformer manufacturing facility at AURIC requires high-voltage SCADA monitoring (10–765 kV transformer production environments), OT security, and instrumentation engineers familiar with oil temperature and partial discharge monitoring. Both companies offer technical automation roles at ₹3.5–5.0 LPA for experienced freshers.

What Makes EV Factory Automation Different from Traditional Automotive

EV factory automation has several features that distinguish it from traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle automation. Battery management system (BMS) monitoring: EV plants run SCADA systems that monitor thousands of individual battery cell parameters (voltage, temperature, impedance) in real time — this is a SCADA data density that ICE plants do not have. High-voltage safety protocols: EV assembly lines work with 400–800V battery packs, requiring automation engineers to understand arc flash protection, insulated tool requirements and HV interlock systems in PLC logic. Regenerative energy recovery: EV powertrain test benches use regenerative dynamometers that feed energy back to the grid — the control logic for these is more complex than traditional test benches. These differences mean EV automation engineers command a small premium over equivalent ICE automation roles.

When Will AURIC Companies Start Hiring? The 2026–2027 Timeline

Based on AURIC Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC) construction timelines published in 2026, the first AURIC Phase 1 production lines are expected to commission in late 2026 and early 2027. Toyota Kirloskar and Ather Energy have the most advanced construction timelines of the confirmed AURIC companies. The pre-production hiring phase — where automation engineers are recruited for factory commissioning work — typically begins 6–12 months before production start. This means the first serious AURIC automation hiring waves are starting now (mid-2026) for commissioning teams at Toyota and Ather, and will intensify through 2027 as AURIC Phase 1 ramps up.

How to Position Yourself for AURIC EV Automation Jobs Right Now

The engineering profile that fits AURIC EV automation hiring is: PLC SCADA certification with live hardware training (Siemens TIA Portal or Allen-Bradley Studio 5000); basic robotics awareness (KUKA or Fanuc robot teach pendant operation is a plus); instrumentation fundamentals; and for Ather Energy roles specifically, some understanding of battery electrochemistry basics. None of these are impossible to acquire before 2027. ABC Trainings automation courses at Cidco and Osmanpura cover PLC SCADA programming and industrial robotics fundamentals in 4–6 months. CMYKPY and PMKVY 4.0 subsidies reduce costs. Call 7039169629 now to understand the timeline and get placed before the AURIC first-wave hiring peaks.

Maharashtra CMYKPY and PMKVY 4.0 subsidies of ₹6,000–₹10,000 are available for eligible Marathwada residents. If you are planning to target AURIC EV automation roles in 2026–2027, start your PLC SCADA training now — call 7039169629 to check CMYKPY eligibility and current batch timing.

FAQs

Is Toyota Kirloskar actually building a plant at AURIC Bidkin near Aurangabad?

Yes — Toyota Kirloskar Motor has confirmed its AURIC facility and construction is in progress at Bidkin as of mid-2026. Toyota's AURIC plant is aligned with their connected manufacturing and TPS (Toyota Production System) digital factory standards. Toyota's corporate announcements and Maharashtra government AURIC progress reports confirm active construction. The plant is expected to commence production in 2026–2027 with automation hiring beginning in the pre-production commissioning phase.

What automation skills does Ather Energy look for in EV assembly engineers?

Ather Energy's Bidkin facility focuses on high-automation EV assembly. Key skills they look for in automation engineers include: SCADA configuration for battery pack monitoring (hundreds of cell parameters simultaneously); PLC control of robotic assembly cells (battery module stacking, robotic welding); automated end-of-line (EOL) dynamometer testing logic; and quality data logging systems. Strong candidates also have basic understanding of lithium-ion battery chemistry and cell formation cycles — not at a chemistry level, but enough to understand why specific temperature and voltage parameters are critical in the SCADA system.

When will AURIC companies like Toyota and Ather start their first hiring rounds?

Based on AURIC MIDC construction timelines, Toyota Kirloskar and Ather Energy are in the most advanced construction phases as of mid-2026. Pre-production commissioning teams — which include automation engineers — typically begin hiring 6–12 months before first production. This puts the first AURIC automation hiring waves in the second half of 2026 to early 2027. Engineers who complete PLC SCADA training by September–October 2026 are well-positioned for these commissioning roles.

How is EV factory automation different from regular automotive PLC SCADA work?

The core PLC and SCADA technology is similar — ladder logic, SCADA monitoring, HMI design. The key differences in EV factories are: battery management system SCADA (monitoring thousands of individual cell parameters in real time); high-voltage interlock safety logic in PLC programs (handling 400–800V battery packs safely); regenerative energy recovery on test benches (more complex control logic than ICE dynamometers); and a heavier emphasis on data logging and statistical quality monitoring. EV automation engineers need the same PLC SCADA foundation as automotive engineers plus an understanding of battery safety protocols.