51 Automation Engineer jobs in Saudi Arabia

About the Role

We're looking for a hands-on Junior Automation Engineer to support the design, testing and commissioning of industrial automation and energy monitoring systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in PLC programming and HMI/SCADA configuration.
• Support commissioning: panel I/O checks, loop tests, and site troubleshooting.
• Build and update engineering documentation.
• Execute FAT/SAT, punch lists, and handover packages (as-built drawings, O&M manuals).

Minimum Requirements (Must-Haves)

• 2 years hands-on experience in industrial automation.
• Working knowledge of PLC, SCADA and HMI.
• Ability to read/mark-up electrical drawings (single-line, wiring, loop diagrams) and update I/O lists.
• BSc in Electrical/Control (or related).
• Valid driving license and willingness to travel to sites.

Preferred / Nice-to-Have (Pre-Qualifications)

• Experience with Energy Management systems.
• Knowledge of communication protocols (Modbus, OPC, IEC 61850), and Gateways.
• Vendor trainings/certifications (Schneider, Siemens, AVEVA).
• Previous work on FAT/SAT, method statements, and test reports.

Benefits:

• Salaries between 6,000 – 7,000 Basic.
• Medical insurance class B+ (BUPA)
• 30 days of annual leave.

Company Description

AK Energy Solutions, Panjagutta, Hyderabad, T.S. India

Role Description

1. BE/B-Tech/Diploma in Instrumentation/Electrical/Electronic Engineering with min. 4/5 years' Testing & Commissioning experience on RTU's, SOER's , Gateways and SCADA HMI systems. Preference will be given to the candidates who are having hands on experience on ABB RTU 560 & GE D20/G500 systems.

2 BE/B-Tech/Diploma in Instrumentation/Electrical/Electronic Engineering with min. 5/6 years' Testing & Commissioning experience on Power Monitoring Equipment similar to, PQ & Energy Meters , DFR's (Disturbance Fault Recorders) PMU's (Phasor Measurement Units ) and Numerical Relays. Preference will be given to the candidates who are having hands on experience on Qualitrol IDM equipment .

3 BE/B-Tech/Diploma in Electronics & Communication/Electronic Engineering with min. 5/6 years' Testing & Commissioning experience on Communication Equipment Equipment similar to, VSAT, Optical Transport Network (OTN), Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS), Digital Video Monitoring (DVM), and LAN infrastructures. Proven track record in delivering reliable, high-performance network solutions in utility segment. Preference will be given who are having hands on experience on ABB Fox & GE TN1U communication equipment .

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Company Description

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Role Description

This is an internship role for an Automation Engineer. The Automation Engineer intern will be responsible for daily tasks such as troubleshooting automation systems, controlling processes, and contributing to projects involving robotics and electrical engineering. This hybrid role is located in Riyadh, with some work-from-home flexibility.

Qualifications

• Troubleshooting and Process Control skills
• Experience in Electrical Engineering
• Knowledge of Automation and Robotics
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently and remotely when required
• Pursuing or completed a degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Robotics or related field

JOB SUMMARY

Working on both projects and bid proposals, the Automation Engineer is responsible for the execution of automation systems, or parts thereof. The Automation Engineer is responsible for:

• developing an automation solution which meets the requirements of the proposal or project
• ensuring design and execution outputs are delivered in line with the time schedule and quality requirements
• providing technical support regarding automation design aspects throughout project and bid lifecycles
• undertaking other technical tasks as required (e.g. site surveys, feasibility studies, support to sales, etc)
• providing aftermarket support for customers with on 24/7 support up to 1 week per month (possible travel)
• basic understanding of English language – written and spoken
• additional languages a benefit

In general, the Automation Engineer will work as part of a team and will collaborate closely with other team members and functional disciplines to ensure successful delivery of the project or bid scope.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Automation Engineer's duties include, but are not limited to the following:

Automation Engineer

The primary role will be to undertake automation engineering design and execution tasks on projects or proposals, including:

• Safety & Environment
• Ensuring that automation solutions are safe
• Ensuring that e-stop, isolation & maintenance aspects of solutions have been considered appropriately
• Participating in relevant reviews, as defined in SPX Flow procedures and, additionally, customer contracts, and ensuring that her/his resultant actions have been completed. (Example reviews include: Design Reviews, Risk Assessments)
• Ensuring compliance with local legislation and regulations (for the locality of the plant/process) which apply to engineering design (e.g. EU Machinery Directive)

• Acting in a safe fashion, particularly when operating outside of the known office environment (e.g. on customer and supplier sites)

• Automation Design & Execution Tasks

• Generating automation solutions and defining and implementing their characteristics by means of (for example):
  • Automation architecture diagrams
  • Hardware and software selection and specification
  • Control philosophy
  • Software structure
  • Functional design descriptions (e.g. FDS)
  • Detailed design specifications (e.g. DDS)
  • PLC software code (e.g. device logic, equipment modules, control modules, etc)
  • Network and comms configuration
  • Design and configuration of HMI applications
  • Design and configuration of SCADA applications
  • Interface with SCADA systems, I/O servers, etc
  • Interface with MIS/MES systems and databases, where applicable
  • Interface with ERP systems, where applicable
  • Signal exchange / interfaces with other systems
• Adhering to SPX Flow procedures, and utilising applicable tools and design standards, during the development of automation solutions
• Completing design calculations (e.g. estimating number of tags) to support automation design and equipment selection
• Undertaking software simulation / Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Customer Acceptance Testing (CAT)

• Ensuring that tasks are completed in accordance with the project schedule, to the required quality and within the allocated budget.

• Solution Ownership

• Ensuring that the solution, for which they are responsible, is functional, and is executed in line with:
  • Applicable legislation and regulation
  • Customer contractual requirements (or, in case of proposal, RFQ/URS requirements)
  • SPX references, standards and best practices, where applicable
• Ensuring that design output is complete and of a consistent standard. Examples include ensuring that:
  • Documentation (e.g. FDS, DDS, SFC) utilises common standards across the project/proposal and that it is delivered to a consistent level in terms of content and quality
  • Ensuring that S88 based software structures are maintained and applied consistently across an installation
• Ensuring all scope elements/sub-systems for which they are responsible integrate coherently and that external interfaces are clearly understood and defined
• Considering economic factors with a view to ensuring that the overall project is delivered on budget

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Our customer is seeking a QA Automation Engineer to contribute to success in the Technical domain.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
• 3–7 years of relevant experience
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Proficiency with industry-standard tools/software
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Knowledge of compliance and governance standards
• Experience in the related industry
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams
• Fluency in English; Arabic is a plus
• Proven track record of delivering results
• Adaptability to fast-paced environments

Salary: Not disclosed

We are seeking a highly motivated Cloud Automation Engineer to design, build, and optimize infrastructure automation solutions for cloud-based environments. The ideal candidate will have expertise in tools such as Ansible, Terraform, CloudFormation, and proficiency in setting up CI/CD pipelines. This role also involves leveraging VMware automation and the Aria stack to deliver scalable and secure infrastructure solutions using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices.

1. Develop and maintain reusable and scalable IaC templates using tools like Terraform, Ansible, and CloudFormation.
2. Automate provisioning, configuration, and management of cloud infrastructure across public, private, and hybrid cloud environments.
3. Implement and manage infrastructure automation solutions leveraging VMware tools and the Aria stack.
4. Enable policy-as-code practices to ensure compliance and governance across automated deployments.
5. Design and manage CI/CD pipelines for automating the build, test, and deployment of infrastructure and application code.
6. Integrate automated testing and quality gates to ensure reliability and performance of deployments.
7. Collaborate with DevOps and development teams to streamline the software delivery lifecycle.
8. Work with platforms such as AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud to deploy and optimize cloud infrastructure.
9. Use IaC tools to support multi-cloud and hybrid cloud strategies.
10. Enable cloud-native architectures and containerized environments using Kubernetes and Docker.
11. Utilize VMware automation tools to enhance operational efficiency and deliver self-service capabilities.
12. Monitor infrastructure performance and implement auto-scaling and self-healing mechanisms.
13. Identify and automate repetitive operational tasks to enhance efficiency and reduce downtime.
14. Troubleshoot infrastructure issues and ensure high availability and disaster recovery readiness.
15. Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams to align infrastructure automation with business goals.
16. Maintain clear and detailed documentation of automation scripts, pipelines, and architecture.
17. Provide training and mentorship to team members on IaC tools and best practices.

Role Summary:
The Automation Engineer L2 is responsible for planning, developing, managing, and maintaining all project activities related to Level-2 automation for ArcelorMittal and Jesco Jubail. The role includes monitoring progress and supporting the Section Head of Automation Projects and the Project Manager to ensure the timely execution of work by contractors and teams. The engineer also organizes and schedules activities and resources for the design department, develops new Level-2 programs, modifies existing ones, defines technical automation solutions, and designs and adapts new Level-2 features for AMTPJ and Jesco plant projects.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for engineering, planning, management, and follow-up of automation-related projects.
• Execute projects and assist the Section Head of Automation Projects with feasibility studies for new initiatives.
• Coordinate between various departments involved in the projects to ensure smooth execution and alignment across functions.
• Support the project team in maintaining timely and effective change management processes, procedures, and systems; supervise contractor activities through the assigned team.
• Monitor project progress and follow up on tasks to support adherence to planned schedules, aiming to minimize delays and control costs.
• Organize and maintain all required electronic and paper documentation in an orderly and accessible manner.
• Coordinate team tasks and logistics as directed by the Section Head of Automation Projects.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in project engineering, erection, installation, commissioning, and related roles.
• Experience in the metallurgical or chemical industry is preferred.
• Hands-on experience in Level-2 automation projects within the steel or pipe manufacturing industry.
• Proficiency in PLC programming and Level-2 automation systems.
• Strong background in project engineering, project/site execution, contract management, and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies, standards, and techniques.
• Experience with EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) or full-service project delivery models.

Skills:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational abilities; capable of managing multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to translate technical concepts into practical procedures and project activities.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other standard corporate software applications.

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Position Overview
The candidate will be responsible for robotic systems planning, wiring and dress packs buyoffs, installation, programming, debug, and commissioning of robotic and PLC equipment systems related to company new vehicle launch and carry over programs in the Prototype and production shops located in Newark / Fremont California and Casa Grande, Arizona.

Candidate will be handling development of Robotics & Controls system architecture, standards, programs, and reviewing integrator's production line robotics / controls design, and handling launch of production line onsite by verifying installation, commissioning & launch of of robotic & controls systems for various systems including robotic welding lines for body shop. Candidate will also be involved in developing and performing preventative maintenance and failure recovery strategies for automation systems.

Duties

• Engage with Line builders / integrators, Equipment Suppliers, in developing robotic and controls standards, configurations, & programs and selection of specific equipment and accessories for the required applications.
• Manage and track development of BIW automation (Robotics & Controls) manufacturing systems from initial design phase to installation & commissioning to systems sustenance during production.
• Interface with equipment suppliers to manage and track procurement of automation equipment
• Participate in reviewing, auditing and buy-off of automation system for production capability and safety.
• Architect, write and debug PLC ladder logic with an emphasis on generating code that is organized, structured, documented, maintainable and reusable.
• Develop & integrate aesthetically simple HMI screens for complex BIW Production machinery while providing sufficient feedback for troubleshooting
• Programming, troubleshooting, and preparation of robots to BIW specifications and cell implementation.
• Integrate equipment, robotics systems, and other automation equipment (such as conveyors) into an automated line system controlled via PLC
• Teach and operate robots for production on the floor.
• Integrate and commission EOAT onto robots, such as Weld Guns, SPR guns, FDS Guns, Material Handler, Vision Cameras, etc.
• Develop I/O Maps for direct communication between Robots and EOAT
• Develop efficient robot teach paths and programs with safe yet efficient robot x robot and equipment interlocks in interference zones.
• Perform robot debug and PLC Debug and commissioning activities on shop floor and Vendor site.
• Interface with cross functional groups, including MES, Maintenance, Manufacturing Engineering, Production, and Suppliers to ensure production line automation systems are designed to functional spec required by each group
• Develop and implement software designs from functional specifications utilizing Allan Bradley and other software packages.
• Prepare software documentation for Buyoff, and final documentation.
• Comply with and enforce all company and customer safety policies.
• Develop & enforce automation systems standards, safety, programs, and maintenance plans across all BIW manufacturing lines and processes
• Participate in initial equipment conceptual development and carefully balance product
• specifications, process requirements, layout complexity, cost, and lead‐time limits.
• Manage electrical cabinet builds, field wiring, pneumatic, and fluid/pneumatic plumbing
• Select and size electrical and electromechanical components such as servos
• Debug and optimize automated processes to maximize cycle time, improve availability and yield.

Skills & Qualifications

• Engineering Technology Diploma Or BS/MS Electrical Engineering (Preferred, or equivalent – Majors in Controls and Computer Control Systems, Mechatronic Engineering, Automation Engineering, etc.)
• 5+ years of experience as a hands‐on Controls Engineer or Robotics Engineer working on automation and/or electromechanical systems
• Proficiency with process integration and electromechanical / mechatronic systems
• In‐depth knowledge of Equipment and Robot Safety standards (such as ANSI/RIA15.06 (ISO 10218), ANSI B11 (ISO 13849), OSHA, Etc.).
• Must Have advanced proficiency in programming Fanuc Robots and familiar with others (ie: Kuka, Yaskawa)
• Experience programming Cartesian, SCARA and Articulated robots (Fanuc, Kuka, Motoman, ABB, etc)
• Advanced proficiency programming industrial equipment Ladder logic PLCs (Allen Bradley ControlLogix, CompactLogix and RSLogix 5000), Safety PLCs (Allen Bradley ControlLogix, SmartGuard, Omron, Pilz) and Human Machine Interface (HMI / GUI ‐ AB Panel view, FactoryTalk, LabView, Ignition)
• Knowledge and experience of communication protocols / Field bus Networks (IO Link, AB DeviceNet, Ethernet IP, Safety rated field bus networks)
• Serial communication (RS‐232) between PLCs and instruments
• Ethernet communications between machine PLCs and database systems
• Demonstrated excellence in programming PLCs. Must have a well‐defined methodology for maintaining code structure and organization. Ability to program state machines for complex processes which involve multi‐station parallel processing, pick and place automation, data acquisition, and PID control. Proven ability to design fault‐tolerant systems with error handling and recovery
• Proficiency selecting appropriate circuit protectors, wire and cable, sensors, safety hardware, PLC hardware, remote I/O, VFD and servo systems
• Proficiency creating detailed electrical and fluid schematics in CAD (AutoCAD Electrical preferred)
• Proficiency programming and tuning variable frequency drives
• Exposure to a wide variety of production machinery, industrial sensors, and equipment such as
• Robot systems, joining systems such as RSW Weld Guns, SPR Joining Guns, Adhesive Servo Driven
• Dispense systems, LVDT and pressure transducers, temperature controllers, DC nutrunner torque controllers, current and power meters, etc)
• Experience with Vision systems (Cognex, Keyence, Fanuc)
• Experience with simulation softwares such as Process Simulate and Roboguide.
• Experience creating technical specifications for automated manufacturing equipment is highly desired
• Experience transitioning products and processes from prototype to production desired
• Knowledge of production quality metrics is a plus
• Ability to use 3D CAD packages such as with SolidWorks and CATIA

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Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and implement automation solutions across multi-vendor environments (Cisco, Huawei, HP, etc.).
• Integrate automation frameworks with monitoring, analytics, and AI platforms to enable predictive and autonomous operations.
• Develop APIs, scripts, and tools for zero-touch provisioning, configuration management, service orchestration, and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Network, Operations, AI/Analytics) to define use cases and deliver automation pipelines.
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines for network automation, ensuring security, compliance, and quality.
• Evaluate and deploy next-gen platforms (NetBox, Ansible, Terraform, Cisco NSO, Python frameworks, GitOps).
• Contribute to AI/ML use cases in network operations (anomaly detection, intent-based networking, self-healing systems).
• Provide technical leadership and mentor colleagues in automation best practices.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 8+ years in networking technologies, with at least 4+ years in network automation/software development.
• Strong knowledge of IP networking (routing, switching, MPLS, BGP, OSPF, EVPN, SD-WAN, IPv6, Data Center fabrics).
• Experience with telecom-grade or large-scale enterprise networks.
• Proficiency in Python, Go, or Java.
• Solid experience with REST/gRPC APIs and microservices.
• Hands-on expertise with automation/orchestration platforms (Ansible, Terraform, Cisco NSO, Netmiko/NAPALM, SaltStack).
• Strong Git/GitHub/GitLab CI/CD knowledge.
• Exposure to AI/ML integration with network data (log analysis, anomaly detection, predictive insights).
• Familiarity with network telemetry, streaming data, and observability platforms.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Ability to translate operational challenges into automation solutions.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Cloud networking automation experience (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Familiarity with Kubernetes, Docker, or cloud-native environments.
• Knowledge of security automation and compliance frameworks.
• Professional certifications: CCIE, DevNet Expert, JNCIE, or equivalent.