Automation Engineer

MENA WATER FZC; Sharjah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Water Treatment Industry is seeking a skilled PLC Programmer. The successful candidate will have strong expertise in Siemens platforms for HMI/SCADA development and PLC programming. Responsibilities will include programming, onsite testing, and providing technical support to commissioning technicians. Applicants must hold a relevant engineering degree and a UAE Driving License, with a minimum of two years' experience in the water treatment sector.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in Water Treatment Industry.
• Minimum 4 years experience in PLC programming.
• UAE Driving License is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• PLC Program Development in Siemens TIA portal.
• HMI/SCADA Development and tags configuration in WINCC.
• Onsite testing and commissioning of control systems.

Skills

PLC Programming

HMI Development

SCADA Development

Communication Protocols

Education

Degree in Electrical/Electronics/Instrumentation Engineering

Job description

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of Siemens S7-1200/300/1500 PLCs Hardware Configuration/Program Development other brands like Rockwell /Schneider will be an added advantage.
• Experience in implementing communication channels between different panels/PLCs using standard communication protocols like Modbus, Profibus, Profinet etc.
• Hand on Experience in Testing and commissioning of Automation components including PLC,HMI,VFD and Soft starters.
• Strong Graphics Development skills in Siemens HMI, WINCC SCADA (TIA portal Advanced/Professional) other brands like Rockwell /Schneider will be an added advantage.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities:

• PLC Program Development in Siemens TIA portal and other standard platforms in Siemens.
• HMI/SCADA Development and tags configuration in WINCC.
• Prepare control philosophy based on process description and P&Id.
• Perform modification to existing equipment PLC to meet customer needs.
• Install and debug plants in a testing environment.
• Integration of field equipment and VFD using different communication methods to the PLC.
• Onsite testing and commissioning.
• Online technical support as required for site commissioning technicians.

Qualification:

• Degree in Electrical/Electronics/ Instrumentation Engineering.
• Minimum 2 years experience in Water Treatment Industry.
• Minimum 4 years experience in PLC programming and HMI/SCADA Development in Siemens Platforms.
• UAE Driving License is mandatory.