26 Automation Manager jobs in Saudi Arabia

Job Description :

Core purpose of the job:
To ensure that all automation equipment is maintained in good order and is of sufficient capacity to meet the demands, in a hi-tech Poultry Processing Plant in Saudi Arabia.

ACADEMIC / PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION ESSENTIAL:
Bachelor Degree in Electronics / Electrical Disciplines.

DESIRABLE:
1) Masters Degree in Electronics / Electrical
2) HACCP, GMP, SOP Certifications.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE ESSENTIAL:
1) Total of 10+ years, with a minimum of 7 years experience in a managerial role leading a multi-skilled maintenance team in the area of FMCG / Poultry / Food Manufacturing process Engineering.
2) Experience in the Poultry Processing Plant / Food Manufacturing or Pharmaceutical Industries is a prerequisite.
3) Experience in Siemens PLC & HMI programming and its implementation, including all instrumentation systems connected with poultry processing machinery automation, refrigeration systems, synchronization controls for power generation, SCADA, data logging, control net, Ethernet communication protocols, and establishing FAT / SAT protocols. Experience in calibrating all instrumentation control accessories.

DESIRABLE:
1) 10 years experience in a managerial role in a Poultry Processing Plant.
2) Experience in complete servicing of all electrical and electronic equipment.
3) Experience in servicing of motors, transformers, and variable drives.

Areas of responsibility (AOR):
1) Manage the automation systems of the Poultry Processing Plant to ensure that all systems are available for the planned production times.
2) Develop and implement a written preventive maintenance program for all electrical and electronic equipment throughout the site.
3) Ensure that all electrical and electronic equipment is maintained, inspected, and serviced at intervals agreed with the Sr. Eng. Manager.
4) Advise on the selection of electrical and electronic equipment purchased by the Division, recommending the most suitable options given present requirements and projected future needs.

NOTES:
1) This is a plant-based single status role/job in Saudi Arabia. Applicants willing to relocate and work on a single status shall apply.
2) Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted in the near future.

Benefits: Competitive Basic Salary, Company-provided furnished shared accommodation or House Rent Allowance, Company Car or Car Allowance, Medical cover, free return flights, Discretionary Bonus, etc.

Job Description :

Core purpose of the job:
To ensure that all automation equipment is maintained in good order and is of sufficient capacity to meet the demands, in a hi-tech Poultry Processing Plant in Saudi Arabia.

ACADEMIC / PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION ESSENTIAL:
Bachelor Degree in Electronics / Electrical Disciplines.

DESIRABLE:
1) Masters Degree in Electronics / Electrical
2) HACCP, GMP, SOP Certifications.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE ESSENTIAL:
1) Total of 10+ years, with a minimum of 7 years experience in a managerial role leading a multi-skilled maintenance team in the area of FMCG / Poultry / Food Manufacturing process Engineering.
2) Experience in the Poultry Processing Plant / Food Manufacturing or Pharmaceutical Industries is a prerequisite.
3) Experience in Siemens PLC & HMI programming and its implementation, including all instrumentation systems connected with poultry processing machinery automation, refrigeration systems, synchronization controls for power generation, SCADA, data logging, control net, Ethernet communication protocols, and establishing FAT / SAT protocols. Experience in calibrating all instrumentation control accessories.

DESIRABLE:
1) 10 years experience in a managerial role in a Poultry Processing Plant.
2) Experience in complete servicing of all electrical and electronic equipment.
3) Experience in servicing of motors, transformers, and variable drives.

Areas of responsibility (AOR):
1) Manage the automation systems of the Poultry Processing Plant to ensure that all systems are available for the planned production times.
2) Develop and implement a written preventive maintenance program for all electrical and electronic equipment throughout the site.
3) Ensure that all electrical and electronic equipment is maintained, inspected, and serviced at intervals agreed with the Sr. Eng. Manager.
4) Advise on the selection of electrical and electronic equipment purchased by the Division, recommending the most suitable options given present requirements and projected future needs.

NOTES:
1) This is a plant-based single status role/job in Saudi Arabia. Applicants willing to relocate and work on a single status shall apply.
2) Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted in the near future.

Benefits: Competitive Basic Salary, Company-provided furnished shared accommodation or House Rent Allowance, Company Car or Car Allowance, Medical cover, free return flights, Discretionary Bonus, etc.

About the job Associate Manager- Electrical Engineering (Automation & Maintenance)

Department: Engineering & Maintenance

Reports to:
Engineering Manager / Maintenance Director

Location: Riyadh

Job Type: Full-Time

Role Purpose:

The Associate Manager Electrical Engineering is responsible for leading the design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of electrical and automation systems across food and beverage production facilities. This role will focus on industrial automation, SCADA integration, preventive maintenance, and the continuous digital transformation of operations to ensure high equipment reliability and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Automation & Control Systems

Lead and oversee industrial automation systems, including SCADA integration, PLC programming (Siemens, Allen Bradley), MES domain, and IoT implementation.

Ensure efficient operation of SCADA infrastructure, including servers (application, domain, historian, SAP MII), clients, and PLC networks.

Implement and upgrade control systems for pasteurizers, filler machines, packaging lines, and robotics.

2. Electrical Maintenance Leadership

Supervise and manage daily electrical activities across dairy and beverage production lines.

Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance for electrical and instrumentation systems.

Lead and mentor a cross-functional maintenance team (mechanical, electrical, and automation).

Monitor and improve key maintenance KPIs including downtime analysis, RCA, and reliability indices.

3. Projects & Commissioning

Lead the end-to-end execution of electrical and automation aspects of new industrial projects.

Oversee installation and commissioning of equipment including milk silos, pasteurizers, filling machines, and wastewater treatment systems.

Ensure project compliance with internal engineering standards and regulatory requirements.

4. Calibration & Compliance

Oversee calibration and certification of field instruments per preventive maintenance plans.

Handle internal and external calibration audits and maintain up-to-date documentation.

Participate in cybersecurity audits (e.g., NCA) and ensure system integrity.

5. Continuous Improvement & SOPs

Drive continuous improvement initiatives in production automation and process efficiency.

Develop and document SOPs and lessons learned to support staff development and operational excellence.

Coordinate with procurement to manage spare parts inventory and vendor communication.

Qualifications & Skills:

Bachelors degree in Electronics or Electrical Engineering.

6+ years of experience in industrial automation and electrical maintenance within the food & beverage or manufacturing sector.

Strong hands-on experience with SCADA systems (e.g., Wonderware), PLC programming, and control networks.

Solid understanding of project management, commissioning, and operational excellence tools.

Certifications in OSHA, Project Management, PLC Programming, Cybersecurity, and HMI are preferred.

Proficient in root cause analysis, downtime tracking, and KPI reporting.

Excellent leadership, communication, and vendor management skills.

Key Achievements (Preferred Profile Traits):

SCADA upgrades and redundancy implementation.

Integration of industrial machines with SAP MII.

Successful commissioning of robotics, pasteurizers, and packaging lines.

Proven record of digitalizing production lines using IoT technologies.

We are a leading provider of innovative and high-performance solutions for airport logistics. Our portfolio includes products and solutions for baggage and cargo handling, high-end software for the digitalization of logistics processes as well as an extensive range of maintenance and services. Major customers include renowned airports and airlines around the globe.

Be a part of our project execution team as a Senior Project Manager (Airport Baggage and Cargo Handling Systems) in Riyadh, KSA. The objective of the Senior Project Manager is to implement and complete the project according to the conditions of the customer order and the defined project management standards in such a way that the contractually stipulated performance, quality and scope are delivered in compliance with the target dates and costs.

• Lead technical, operational, and financial project tasks for successfully implementing airport baggage/cargo handling system.
• Formulates project parameters and monitors progress, tracks key milestones, and reports on project status to stakeholders using various tools and methodologies.
• Organizing and maintaining project documentation, including project plans, schedules, and risk logs, ensuring they are up-to-date and accessible to project team members.
• Interacts with clients and interprets their needs and requirements.
• Identify project risks and issues, assess their potential impact, and work with the Project Team and other functions to develop mitigation strategies.
• Identifying opportunities for process improvement within the project management framework and collaborating with stakeholders to implement best practices.
• Perform quality control tasks on budgets, schedules, plans and reports on the project's status.
• Collaborate with internal disciplines such as engineering, procurement, QHSE, contract management, and other internal cross-functional teams to create more efficient project execution methods and enhance the project's profitability.
• Facilitate communication between project teams, stakeholders, and senior management, ensuring alignment of project objectives and priorities.
• Interact with subcontractors to monitor and control their performance.
• Implement frameworks to measure the project's metrics and data collection.
• Ensure the project complies with applicable codes, practices, policies, performance standards, and specifications.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in Project Management in airport Baggage/Cargo Handling Systems or large-scale industrial automation projects.
• Minimum 5 years of experience leading, coaching and developing the project teams.
• Hands-on experience in managing complex project milestones and deadlines.
• Comprehensive knowledge of project management concepts, practices and procedures, resource and schedule management.
• Proficiency in project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Primavera and SAP.
• Working knowledge of Revit, ACAD and Conceptboard.
• A collaborative team player with leadership qualities, an open mindset, and excellent listening skills.
• Flexible, independent and able to handle stress effectively.
• Strong passion and proven success in achieving profitable project execution, distinct customer orientation and strong customer interface skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical skills with a creative, innovative approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse, multicultural environment.
• Self-motivated, proactive learner with solid planning, organizing and influencing skills.
• Certification in project management by , alternatively PMP, IPMA or GPM, PRINCE2 or similar is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both (written & verbal). Arabic or German is an advantage.
• Good awareness and experience in Environment, Health and Safety.

We are a leading provider of innovative and high-performance solutions for airport logistics. Our portfolio includes products and solutions for baggage and cargo handling, high-end software for the digitalization of logistics processes as well as an extensive range of maintenance and services. Major customers include renowned airports and airlines around the globe.

Be a part of our project execution team as a Senior Project Manager (Airport Baggage and Cargo Handling Systems) in Riyadh, KSA. The objective of the Senior Project Manager is to implement and complete the project according to the conditions of the customer order and the defined project management standards in such a way that the contractually stipulated performance, quality and scope are delivered in compliance with the target dates and costs.

• Lead technical, operational, and financial project tasks for successfully implementing airport baggage/cargo handling system.
• Formulates project parameters and monitors progress, tracks key milestones, and reports on project status to stakeholders using various tools and methodologies.
• Organizing and maintaining project documentation, including project plans, schedules, and risk logs, ensuring they are up-to-date and accessible to project team members.
• Interacts with clients and interprets their needs and requirements.
• Identify project risks and issues, assess their potential impact, and work with the Project Team and other functions to develop mitigation strategies.
• Identifying opportunities for process improvement within the project management framework and collaborating with stakeholders to implement best practices.
• Perform quality control tasks on budgets, schedules, plans and reports on the project's status.
• Collaborate with internal disciplines such as engineering, procurement, QHSE, contract management, and other internal cross-functional teams to create more efficient project execution methods and enhance the project's profitability.
• Facilitate communication between project teams, stakeholders, and senior management, ensuring alignment of project objectives and priorities.
• Interact with subcontractors to monitor and control their performance.
• Implement frameworks to measure the project's metrics and data collection.
• Ensure the project complies with applicable codes, practices, policies, performance standards, and specifications.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in Project Management in airport Baggage/Cargo Handling Systems or large-scale industrial automation projects.
• Minimum 5 years of experience leading, coaching and developing the project teams.
• Hands-on experience in managing complex project milestones and deadlines.
• Comprehensive knowledge of project management concepts, practices and procedures, resource and schedule management.
• Proficiency in project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Primavera and SAP.
• Working knowledge of Revit, ACAD and Conceptboard.
• A collaborative team player with leadership qualities, an open mindset, and excellent listening skills.
• Flexible, independent and able to handle stress effectively.
• Strong passion and proven success in achieving profitable project execution, distinct customer orientation and strong customer interface skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical skills with a creative, innovative approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse, multicultural environment.
• Self-motivated, proactive learner with solid planning, organizing and influencing skills.
• Certification in project management by , alternatively PMP, IPMA or GPM, PRINCE2 or similar is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both (written & verbal). Arabic or German is an advantage.
• Good awareness and experience in Environment, Health and Safety.