IoT Automation Engineer (UAE Based)

Datamatics Technologies; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Datamatics Technologies in UAE seeks an experienced IoT and automation specialist to lead plant digitization efforts and Industry 4.0 transformations. You will assess sensors, gateways and automation solutions, and coordinate with vendors for end-to-end delivery.

Role requires deep expertise in IIoT architectures, data analytics, and OT/IT integration, with hands-on development in Python/JavaScript/C++. This is a 1-year onsite engagement for a candidate based in the UAE.

Qualifications

• Must have proven Robotics Automation, Assembly Line Automation, and Manufacturing Process Automation experience.
• Strong knowledge of Industry Sensors, Actuators, IoT Gateways, Middleware, OT/IT integration.
• Hands-on Robot and Cobot programming, deployment, and testing with OEMs.
• Experience with industrial protocols MODBUS, Profibus, Profinet, HART, Ethernet, OPC UA/HDA.
• IoT architecture, MQTT/AMQP and platforms like ThingWorx, Azure IoT Hub, AWS IoT Core.
• IoT use cases like OEE, Predictive Maintenance, Quality Inspection, SPC.
• Extensive IoT/OT-IT integration and Digital Transformation experience.
• Proficiency with Python, JavaScript, C/C++, and edge computing concepts.

Responsibilities

• Conduct plant audits and document As-Is processes, KPIs, and data flow.
• Suggest sensors, data acquisition, KPIs, and IIoT use cases.
• Develop automation solutions and technical specs for multiple projects.
• Lead assessments of system integrators and ODMs for sensors and automation.
• Coordinate with vendors for solution delivery, installation, testing, and commissioning.
• Design IoT architectures integrating devices, gateways, and enterprise platforms.
• Lead IoT deployments including device config, network integration, and data collection.
• Implement automation frameworks to improve manufacturing workflows.
• Monitor IoT systems for performance, reliability and security.
• Troubleshoot complex IoT, automation and networking issues.
• Develop automation scripts using Python/JavaScript or similar.
• Collaborate with Engineering, IT, and Operations to align with business goals.
• Ensure compliance with industrial standards and best practices.
• Document IoT architectures and system configurations for support and upgrades.
• Mentor junior specialists and provide technical leadership.

Skills

Robotics Automation

Assembly Line Automation

Manufacturing Process Automation

Industry Sensors

IoT Gateways

Middleware

Data Storage

MODBUS

MQTT/AMQP

IoT Platforms

Python

JavaScript

C/C++

IoT Security

Edge Computing

OSI PI Historian

PLC/SCADA

Tools

KUKA

FANUC

ABB

Yokogawa

Node-RED

Home Assistant

Ansible

Job description

Location: UAE

• Employment Type: Full-Time (FTE)
• Experience Required: 10+ Years
• Work Mode: Onsite
• Duration: 1 Year
• Candidate Requirement: Candidates must currently be based in the UAE and legally eligible to work in the UAE. Any nationality is acceptable

Responsibilities

• Conduct plant audits and capture As-Is manufacturing processes, instrumentation used, KPIs, and data flow while identifying opportunities for factory digitization and Industry 4.0 transformation
• Recommend appropriate sensors, data acquisition techniques, useful KPIs, and IIoT use cases to improve operational visibility and efficiency
• Verify process design diagrams, prepare technical specifications, and develop automation solutions for multiple projects simultaneously
• Lead technical assessments of system integrators and ODMs for Sensors, IIoT Gateways, Robots, Cobots, Drives, and Industrial Automation solutions
• Coordinate with vendors, ODMs, and system integrators for solution delivery, installation, testing, and commissioning
• Design, develop, and manage IoT and automation solutions integrating industrial devices, sensors, gateways, and enterprise platforms
• Lead IoT deployments, including device configuration, network integration, and data collection processes
• Implement and optimize automation frameworks to streamline manufacturing workflows and improve operational efficiency
• Monitor IoT systems and automation environments to ensure performance, reliability, availability, and security
• Troubleshoot complex IoT, automation, networking, and integration-related issues
• Develop custom automation applications and scripts using Python, JavaScript, or similar technologies
• Collaborate with Engineering, IT, and Operations teams to align IoT and automation solutions with business objectives
• Ensure compliance with applicable industrial standards, regulations, and best practices
• Document IoT architectures, automation workflows, and system configurations for ongoing support and future enhancements
• Mentor junior specialists and provide technical leadership across IoT and automation initiatives

Must-Have Skills

• Proven experience in Robotics Automation, Assembly Line Automation, and Manufacturing Process Automation, including conceptualization, design, simulation, architecture, and commissioning of automation solutions
• Strong technical knowledge of Industry Sensors, Actuators, IoT Gateways, Middleware, Data Storage, Robots, Cobots, and OT-IT Integration
• Hands-on experience in Robot and Cobot Simulation, Programming, Deployment, and Testing with OEMs such as KUKA, FANUC, ABB, Yokogawa, or similar vendors
• Must have good experience with industrial communication protocols including MODBUS, Profibus, Profinet, HART, Ethernet, OPC UA, and OPC HDA
• Strong understanding of IIoT Solution Architecture, including MQTT and AMQP protocols, and experience with IoT platforms such as ThingWorx, Azure IoT Hub, and AWS IoT Core
• Experience implementing Industrial IoT use cases such as OEE, Predictive Maintenance, Camera-Based Quality Inspection, Genealogy, and SPC
• Hands-on experience in Industry 4.0 Initiatives, IoT Platforms, Connected Devices, Industrial Automation, OT/IT Integration, and Digital Transformation Programs
• Extensive experience in IoT Architecture, Device Integration, and Network Protocols including MQTT and CoAP
• Proficiency with automation frameworks such as Node-RED, Home Assistant, and Ansible
• Strong programming skills in Python, JavaScript, and C/C++
• Knowledge of Edge Computing, Real-Time Data Processing, and IoT Data Analytics
• Advanced understanding of IoT Security, including Encryption, Authentication, and Secure Communication
• Experience working with PLCs, SCADA Systems, Historians, HMIs, CNC Controllers, and OT/IT Integration Environments

Good-to-Have Skills

• Advanced knowledge of Batch Process Engineering, including ISA S88 and ISA 95 standards
• Experience in Batch Engineering, Testing, and Commissioning
• Advanced training or certifications in DCS, PLC, SCADA, or Instrumentation from reputable automation vendors
• Advanced knowledge of Vision Systems for Quality Inspection, OCR, Temperature Detection, Good/Reject Count, Measurement, and Quality Verification Technologies
• Experience with Plant Automation Accelerator
• Knowledge and experience with OSI PI Historian