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Automation Engineer
Uvera
Jeddah, KSA
Full Time
Mid
Onsite
1 months ago
Siemens TIA PortalPLC ProgrammingElectrical Panel DesignHMI ConfigurationSCADAProfinet
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About the Role
Uvera is hiring an Automation Engineer to design, program, and maintain control systems for food handling and processing facilities.
Key Skills for This Role
Siemens TIA PortalPLC ProgrammingElectrical Panel DesignHMI ConfigurationSCADAProfinet
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and implement automation and control systems for food handling equipment and facilities
- Write PLC programs from scratch using Siemens TIA Portal, including OB/FB/FC block structure, HMI configuration, and Profinet device integration
- Design electrical control panels from concept to completion, including schematic design, component selection, and wiring execution
- Assemble, wire, and commission control panels to professional standards
- Develop HMI and SCADA interfaces for process control and monitoring
- Integrate sensors, VFDs, and field instruments into automated systems
- Troubleshoot and resolve automation and electrical faults to minimize production downtime
- Prepare full project documentation including operating manuals, FAT procedures, and SAT procedures
- Ensure all automation systems comply with relevant safety and environmental regulations
- Analyze production data to identify opportunities for efficiency and throughput improvements
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field
- 2–5 years of hands on experience in industrial automation, preferably in food processing, packaging, or bulk materials handling
- Proven experience writing Siemens TIA Portal PLC programs from scratch
- Hands on experience designing and assembling electrical control panels
- Knowledge of industrial communication protocols: Profinet, Modbus TCP, EtherNet/IP, Profibus
- Familiarity with instrumentation, VFDs, and motor control systems
- Understanding of process control, safety systems, and instrumentation calibration
Full Job Posting
Job Overview
- The Automation Engineer will be responsible for designing, programming, and maintaining control systems used in food handling, storage, and processing facilities.
- This role ensures the efficient, safe, and reliable operation of automated equipment including conveyors, packaging, and labeling systems.
- The ideal candidate combines strong hands on experience in Siemens TIA Portal programming, electrical panel design and assembly, and industrial network integration.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and implement automation and control systems for food handling equipment and facilities.
- Write PLC programs from scratch using Siemens TIA Portal, including OB/FB/FC block structure, HMI configuration, and Profinet device integration.
- Design electrical control panels from concept to completion — including schematic design, component selection and sizing, DIN rail layout, and wiring execution.
- Assemble, wire, and commission control panels to professional standards including cable ducting, ferrule crimping, wire numbering, and pre power verification.
- Develop HMI and SCADA interfaces for process control and monitoring.
- Integrate sensors, VFDs, and field instruments into automated systems.
- Prepare full project documentation including operating manuals, FAT procedures, and SAT procedures.
- Troubleshoot and resolve automation and electrical faults to minimize production downtime.
- Maintain and update PLC programs, HMI configurations, wiring diagrams, and network documentation.
- Provide technical support for plant operators and maintenance teams.
- Ensure all automation systems comply with relevant safety and environmental regulations.
- Apply LOTO (Lockout/Tagout) and safe isolation procedures on all electrical and mechanical systems.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
- 2–5 years of hands on experience in industrial automation, preferably in food processing, packaging, or bulk materials handling.
- Proven experience writing Siemens TIA Portal PLC programs from scratch — including block structure (OB, FB, FC, DB), Profinet device integration using GSDML files, and online commissioning and diagnostics.
- Hands on experience designing and assembling electrical control panels — including schematic drawing, component sizing, DIN rail assembly, wiring, and pre commissioning checks.
- Knowledge of industrial communication protocols: Profinet, Modbus TCP, EtherNet/IP, Profibus.
- Familiarity with instrumentation, VFDs, and motor control systems.
- Understanding of process control, safety systems, and instrumentation calibration.
Bonus Skills
- Experience with Python, C/C++, or SQL for data acquisition or integration tasks.
- Familiarity with microcontrollers (ARM, AVR, or similar) for embedded control applications.
- Experience with SCADA systems and remote monitoring platforms.
Employment Details
- Type of employment: Full time
- Work mode: On site
- Work location: KAUST Research & Technology Park, Thuwal, Saudi Arabia
- Transportation: Daily shuttles between Jeddah and KAUST are available.
Application Deadline
- Monday June 15, 2026
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