Automation Systems Engineer - Process Control

ADNOC Abu Dhabi UAE; Abu Dhabi; In loco; AED 180.000 - 240.000; Tempo pieno

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ADNOC Group in Abu Dhabi seeks an Automation Systems Engineer to provide technical and engineering support for industrial automation, process control, and plant information management systems. The role focuses on maintaining reliability, functionality, and performance of existing systems, coordinating with maintenance teams and vendors on upgrades, and driving process optimization and system improvements.

The successful candidate will assess obsolescence, support bid evaluations, and contribute

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering in Electronics, Electrical, Controls or Automation.
• 4+ years of relevant industrial automation experience.
• Experience with automation systems, process control and plant information management systems.

Mansioni

• Maintain and support industrial automation and control systems for reliability and performance.
• Coordinate with plant maintenance teams and vendors on upgrades and modifications.
• Develop functional specifications and technical documentation for system modifications.
• Support process optimization, alarm management and control loop performance monitoring.
• Provide engineering input for MES, real-time process information and laboratory information systems.

Conoscenze

Industrial automation

Process control systems

DCS/ICS

Alarms management

MES

Formazione

Electronics Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Controls Engineering

Automation Engineering

Strumenti

LIMS

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Automation Systems Engineer - Process Control Job Snapshot - Role: Automation Systems Engineer - Process Control - Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Industry: Oil and Energy - Function: Automation Robotics - Experience: Minimum 4 years of relevant industrial automation experience - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site

ADNOC Group is seeking an Automation Systems Engineer to provide technical and engineering support for industrial automation, process control, and plant information management systems. The role focuses on maintaining the reliability, functionality, and performance of existing automation systems, including Telecommunication and Telemetry systems, Industrial Control Systems (ICS), Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Real-Time Plant Information Management Systems, and Laboratory Information Management Systems. The successful candidate will assess system obsolescence, evaluate technical performance, develop functional specifications, support system modifications, and coordinate with plant maintenance teams and vendors on upgrades and technical improvements. The position also involves process optimization, alarm management, control loop performance monitoring, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), technical bid evaluation, and implementation of approved automation projects.

Job Details - Country: United Arab Emirates - City: Abu Dhabi - Industry: Oil and Energy - Function: Automation Robotics - Salary: Not disclosed - Gender: No Preference - Candidate Nationality: Not specified - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site

Key Accountabilities

System Maintenance and Reliability

• Assess the condition and performance of existing industrial automation and control systems.
• Evaluate system obsolescence, spare parts availability, and continued vendor support.
• Review interoperability and integration requirements between existing systems.
• Identify technical risks affecting safe and reliable system operation.
• Assess Telecommunication and Telemetry systems, Industrial Control Systems (ICS), Distributed Control Systems (DCS), and process control applications.
• Evaluate Real-Time Plant Information Management and Laboratory Information Management Systems.
• Coordinate with plant maintenance personnel to address system support requirements.
• Recommend appropriate system modifications, upgrades, and reliability improvements.
• Ensure system assessments comply with applicable company and international standards.

System Performance Monitoring

• Conduct technical audits of automation and process control system performance.
• Identify opportunities to improve process monitoring and system efficiency.
• Evaluate system functionality against applicable operational and engineering standards.
• Review technical performance issues and recommend appropriate corrective measures.
• Support improvements to system reliability and operational effectiveness.
• Provide technical input for the continued performance of installed automation applications.

Technical Engineering Support

• Provide technical and engineering expertise to plant teams on automation and control systems.
• Support the development and updating of technical specification documents.
• Prepare functional specifications for minor modifications to existing applications.
• Develop and maintain relevant design and as-built documentation.
• Prepare user manuals and technical training materials for system modifications.
• Coordinate vendor technical support, modifications, and upgrades with site maintenance personnel.
• Evaluate technical requirements associated with proposed automation improvements.
• Provide engineering recommendations to support reliable plant system operation.

Process Information and Laboratory Systems

• Provide technical support for Real-Time Process Information Management Systems.
• Support the operation and improvement of Laboratory Information Management Systems.
• Assess system performance and integration with relevant plant applications.
• Coordinate technical requirements with plant personnel and vendors.
• Review opportunities to improve information availability and system functionality.
• Support approved modifications and upgrades to existing applications.

Process Optimization and Advanced Control Applications

• Provide operational and engineering expertise in process optimization.
• Support alarm management activities and related system improvements.
• Evaluate control loop performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Provide technical support for higher-level Manufacturing Execution System applications.
• Assess automation applications that support process performance monitoring.
• Recommend appropriate improvements to control system functionality and efficiency.
• Coordinate with relevant plant teams on technical and operational requirements.

Technical Specifications and Feasibility Studies

• Develop and update technical specifications for automation applications and modifications.
• Conduct economic feasibility studies for proposed technical solutions.
• Evaluate the financial and technical viability of automation applications.
• Review system requirements against existing infrastructure and operational needs.
• Provide technical recommendations based on feasibility assessments.
• Support engineering decisions concerning system modifications and future upgrades.

Tendering and Technical Bid Evaluation

• Develop scopes of work for automation and control system requirements.
• Prepare technical tender documentation in accordance with company standards.
• Participate in technical bid evaluations.
• Assess proposed technical solutions against approved specifications.
• Coordinate technical clarifications with relevant stakeholders.
• Provide engineering input to support evaluation of contractors and vendors.
• Ensure technical requirements are appropriately addressed during tendering activities.

Project Implementation and Commissioning

• Coordinate and participate in approved automation projects.
• Support installation and commissioning of relevant systems and applications.
• Work with plant maintenance personnel, vendors, and other stakeholders during implementation.
• Monitor technical activities against approved project requirements.
• Support timely project completion within approved budgets.
• Participate in system modifications and future upgrade activities.
• Review technical documentation associated with implemented changes.
• Support the transition of modified systems into operational use.

Supervision and Staff Development

• Plan, supervise, and coordinate assigned technical activities.
• Support achievement of section objectives.
• Provide technical guidance to assigned personnel.
• Assist in developing staff knowledge and skills relating to automation systems.
• Coordinate training activities relevant to assigned responsibilities.
• Support effective execution of section work programs.

Budget and Cost Management

• Provide input into departmental budget preparation.
• Assist in implementing approved budgets and work plans.
• Monitor relevant activities against established financial requirements.
• Investigate significant budget variances.
• Highlight cost concerns requiring management attention.
• Support effective cost control and resource utilization.

Policies, Standards and Compliance

• Implement approved section policies, procedures, systems, and standards.
• Ensure assigned activities follow relevant company and international requirements.
• Comply with applicable legislation and legal regulations.
• Support consistent implementation of technical specifications and engineering procedures.
• Contribute to achievement of approved section performance objectives.
• Maintain appropriate technical documentation and reporting standards.

Innovation and Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve the quality and efficiency of operational processes.
• Design and implement appropriate tools and techniques for process improvement.
• Review existing processes against relevant industry practices.
• Recommend improvements aligned with applicable ISO standards.
• Support technical solutions addressing operational and system performance issues.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of automation and control system activities.

Health, Safety, Environment and Sustainability

• Comply with relevant ADNOC HSE policies, procedures, and controls.
• Follow applicable legislation and sustainability guidelines.
• Maintain compliance with relevant international standards and industry best practices.
• Apply applicable ADNOC Codes of Practice.
• Support safe and reliable operation of industrial automation systems.

Management Reporting

• Provide technical inputs for Section Management Information System reports.
• Prepare relevant progress information for management review.
• Report significant system performance issues and technical developments.
• Highlight matters affecting system reliability or project implementation.
• Support accurate and timely communication of section activities.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor 's degree in Engineering in one of the following disciplines:

• Electronics Engineering.
• Electrical Engineering.
• Controls Engineering.
• Automation Engineering.

Minimum Experience

• At least 4 years of relevant experience within a large industrial organization.
• Experience covering the design, installation, commissioning, operation, continuing maintenance, and testing of automation systems.
• Experience with CS validation philosophies relating to automation systems.
• Experience in the oil and gas industry is preferred.

Technical Knowledge and Skills

• Industrial automation and process control systems.
• Industrial Control Systems (ICS).
• Distributed Control Systems (DCS).
• Telecommunication and Telemetry systems.
• Real-Time Plant Information Management Systems.
• Laboratory Information Management Systems.
• Process control system integration and interoperability.
• Automation system obsolescence and lifecycle assessment.
• System performance auditing and monitoring.
• Process optimization applications.
• Alarm management.
• Control loop performance monitoring.
• Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).
• Automation system functional specifications.
• Engineering design and as-built documentation.
• Technical and economic feasibility evaluation.
• Automation system installation and commissioning.
• Vendor coordination and technical support.
• Technical tender preparation and bid evaluation.
• System modifications, maintenance, and upgrades.
• Industrial engineering standards and ISO-aligned process improvement.
• Technical reporting and multidisciplinary coordination.

About ADNOC Group

Founded in 1971, ADNOC is a diversified energy group wholly owned by the Abu Dhabi Government. Its integrated businesses operate across the energy value chain, supporting the responsible supply of energy to global markets. ADNOC is advancing lower-carbon solutions and investing in new energy and decarbonization technologies. The company has announced an initial allocation of $23 billion toward lower-carbon initiatives, alongside its ambition to achieve net zero by 2045 and its commitment to zero methane emissions by 2030. Through its engineering, technology, and operational improvement activities, ADNOC continues to focus on reliable energy production, industrial performance, and long‑term operational sustainability.