Electrical & Automation Technician

LIPTON Teas and Infusions; Dubai; On-site; AED 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Lipton Teas and Infusions in Dubai seeks an experienced electrical/automation technician to support production line safety and reliability. You will troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems, perform maintenance, and drive continuous improvement of automation processes.

The role requires hands-on expertise with PLCs, control logic, power distribution, and a proactive approach to reducing downtime in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's in Electrical engineering or robotics.
• Basic knowledge of MS Office and SAP.
• Experience in production environment with automation technology.
• Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Awareness of all general safety protocols in a factory.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety standards at all times.
• Assist in analysis on projects related to electrical and automation.
• Perform emergency troubleshooting on mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic equipment.
• Maintain equipment to ensure smooth operation of processes.
• Provide technical assistance and support for projects, installations, and repairs.
• Maintain communication with departments and peers; use digital dashboards for fault reviews.
• Prepare periodic reports on faulty machines and progress.
• Provide system operation training on automated systems.
• Coordinate with workers to meet departmental goals.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Robotics

Automation

MS Office

SAP

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's in Electrical engineering/Robotics

Tools

MS Office

SAP

Job description

Lipton Teas and Infusions is made up of a special blend of individuals which make our teams exciting and diverse. To be part of our tea family, whether for a short period or over the long term, we are looking for individuals who think Green and are environmentally conscious, who understand the power of simplicity and who are accountable for their actions. We want those who infuse mastery and passion in everything they do to create great products and unforgettable experiences for our consumers.

What's in it for you?

We believe that growth is for everyone, we believe in growing leaders and making space to grow an owner’s mentality and like nature we adapt, we change, and we grow. We believe in connections over hierarchies and (work) levels. We have a 'corporate start-up' approach; we act with speed and agility, and we have the strength and scale of a large corporation. We are building a better world of wellbeing and a better you.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Minimum Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical engineering, robotics, or a closely related technical field.
• Basic knowledge in MS office/SAP.
• Experience in a production environment, particularly as it relates to automation technology.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent mechanical aptitude and communication skills.
• Awareness of all the general safety protocols to be followed in a Factory.

Main purpose of the role:

• Possess multiple skills in the areas of fluid power, manufacturing processes, electricity, electronics, and mechanical systems.
• Interpersonal skills to lead and communicate with peers.
• Ability to be cool when working under pressure, especially working on day and night shift patterns.
• Possess a deep understanding of Ethernet communication, Control Logic and Programmable Logic Control (PLC), mainly Siemens S5 AND S7 Series with understanding & practical experience of minimum 2 years.
• Demonstrate knowledge concerning general safety protocol and procedures regarding field operations.
• Possess broad-based knowledge in order to successfully troubleshoot, diagnose, and solve problems that relate to mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, etc.
• Electro-mechanical skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge in the areas of computers and electronics which relates to circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, computer software and hardware.
• Knowledge relating to the practical application in the areas of interpreting science and technology; ability to apply relevant principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment for the design and production of goods and services.
• General mechanical knowledge.
• Conduct break down analysis.
• Critical thinking ability which requires using logic and reasoning in order to identify the strength and weaknesses of alternative solutions or approaches to problems in both technical and non-technical areas.
• Ability to read & understand Electrical single line and Electrical panels drawings.

Main Accountabilities:

• Adhere to safety standards all the time.
• Assist in performing analysis on all projects related to electrical and automation.
• Undertake emergency troubleshooting on mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic equipment to determine problems associated with the machines
• Maintain equipment so as to ensure that equipment and processes run very smoothly.
• Provide technical assistance and support regarding all projects, installations, and repairs.
• Maintain smooth communication with different levels of departments and peers.
• Ensure the use of a digital dashboard for thorough analysis and fault reviews.
• Conduct investigations; recommend changes and upgrades to equipment.
• Upgrade hardware and software for improved process control.
• Communicate findings, upgrades, and troubleshooting to colleagues and management through e-mail, texts, and voice calls.
• Prepare periodic reports on the progress made concerning faulty machines, errors, and processes.
• Provide regular system operation training on automated systems.
• Take care of installation, maintenance, and inspection of control systems and workstation installations at the facility.
• Coordinate with other workers in order to achieve departmental goals.
• Provide technical monitoring for contractors in their respective areas.
• Assist in the specification, installation, design and modifications of the systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Closure of safety hazards on site.
• Monitoring that the machine is adhering to factory safety standards.
• Identify the root cause to prevent a similar safety hazard that may arise in the future.
• Rectifying all electrical and automation related machine breakdowns.
• Identifying the Root Cause of the breakdown (BD) and documenting Break Down analysis for major breakdowns.
• Carrying out Preventive Maintenance.
• Ensuring that the product is meeting all quality requirements.
• Completion of Work orders through CMMS.
• Ensure a work order is created for every part withdrawn from the store.
• Suggesting Ideas to improve the machine maintenance.
• Provide input on potential improvements on SMPs, component life improvements.
• Carry out individual projects to improve machine programming & performance.
• Assist in rectifying other minor issues on the line.
• Carrying out changeovers on the machine.
• Maintain the spare parts for the machine.
• Provide continuous improvement in the PM plan.
• Ensure compliance of proper procedure for all component withdrawals

Experience Required:

• Technical knowledge of the machine on a component level.
• Candidate should be able to fix breakdowns and run the machine with producing minimal quality defects.
• Candidate should be able to resolve minor stops at the minimum time possible.
• Candidate should be able to complete work orders in CMMS and fill out maintenance forms and breakdown analysis.
• Practical Experience of Power distribution, PLC, VFD, and servo Drives.

Preferred:

• Experience of manufacturing in an F&B, Fast Moving Consumer Goods Company.
• Experience as a team member within a project Management team with an awareness of project management tools and techniques.
• Experience with food safety standards.
• TPM/WCM knowledge and problem-solving abilities.
• Should be able to lead small team to Basic operators.

What we can offer you

We believe that growth is for everyone, we believe in growing leaders and making space to grow an owner’s mentality and like nature we adapt, we change, and we grow. We believe in connections over hierarchies and (work) levels. We have a 'corporate start-up' approach; we act with speed and agility, and we have the strength and scale of a large corporation. We are building a better world of wellbeing and a better you.