Job description

About the Role

Lead technical execution on industrial automation projects own the PLC programming, system integration, and on-site commissioning from FAT through SAT.

Responsibilities:

• Program and configure Siemens S7-1500 PLCs using TIA Portal (V16/V17) for client projects
• Design and implement communication between PLCs, industrial printers (Domino, Markem-Imaje), HMIs, and enterprise systems (SAP MII/ME/PCo)
• Work with industrial protocols: PROFINET, Modbus TCP, OPC UA, S7 communication
• Lead Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) — own the test plans and sign-off
• Perform site surveys, prepare as-built documentation, and commission systems on-site across KSA and GCC
• Troubleshoot PLC–ERP interface issues and coordinate with client SAP/IT teams
• Support pre-sales by validating technical scope, reviewing RFPs, and advising on solution architecture
• Mentor junior engineers and review their code

Skills

Qualifications & Skills:

BE in Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, or Control Engineering

5+ years hands-on Siemens S7 programming (S7-1500 specifically)

Proven FAT/SAT experience as lead, not observer

Hands-on PROFINET and at least one of: OPC UA, Modbus TCP

Experience with ERP or SCADA integration (SAP preferred)

Willing to travel to KSA/GCC for commissioning stints (2–3 weeks at a time)

Nice-to-have:

Siemens Solution Partner certification

Industrial printer integration (Domino, Markem-Imaje, Videojet)

AVEVA, Ignition, or WinCC SCADA experience

Arabic