Rolling Mill Electrical & Automation Lead

KUWAIT STEEL

Ahmadi

On-site

KWD 8,928 - 17,856

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Kuwait Steel seeks a talented Electronic Specialist to join our maintenance team in Kuwait. You will coordinate electrical and electronic maintenance, guide technicians, and ensure safe, reliable operation of rolling mills and automation systems.

You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, record data in SAP, support RCA investigations, and ensure spares readiness. Strong knowledge of motors, drives, PLCs and automation control is essential, along with a collaborative, safety‑driven

Qualifications

Preferred 7 years' electrical maintenance in steel/heavy industry.
Diploma holder: 5 years' experience in steel/heavy industry.
Bachelor's degree: 3 years' experience in steel/heavy industry.

Responsibilities

Coordinate electrical and electronics maintenance schedules and troubleshooting activities across assigned areas.
Guide technicians in condition monitoring, testing, calibration, and repair of electrical and automation control systems.
Ensure necessary tools, parts, and equipment are identified, prepared, and available before starting maintenance work.
Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance as per work orders and update SAP with accurate feedback and closure details.
Perform condition monitoring of motors, drives, and PLC systems, and upload results promptly in SAP for record accuracy.
Maintain and troubleshoot AC and DC drives, PLCs, and automation systems to minimize breakdowns and ensure operational continuity.
Support RCA investigations by providing accurate failure observations, field-level feedback, and execution-level insights, contributing practical knowledge of equipment behavior and maintenance conditions.
Perform inspection, preservation, and functional testing of critical spare parts stored in the warehouse, ensuring spares remain reliable and ready for installation.
Accurately record maintenance execution data in SAP, including work performed, failure symptoms, parts replaced, and observations.
Verify functionality of automation systems, alarms, signals, and sensors to ensure reliable operation.
Ensure the accuracy and availability of automation devices, instruments, and control components during plant operations.
Support production and maintenance teams during equipment breakdowns, upgrades, or shutdowns to minimize downtime.
Maintain proper housekeeping and safe working practices in maintenance areas.
Participate in approved equipment improvement and reliability initiatives, coordinating with Maintenance Engineers and Supervisors.