ARCS Engineer - Solar PV

ACWA Power; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ACWA Power in Saudi Arabia seeks experienced ARCS Engineers to provide specialist engineering support for Automatic Robotic Cleaning Systems and related electrical/control equipment, ensuring safe, reliable operation of solar panel cleaning systems.

The role involves preventive/predictive maintenance planning, troubleshooting PLCs and robotics, root-cause analysis, testing and commissioning, and coordinating with OEMs while maintaining thorough documentation and HSSE compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or similar discipline.
• 7+ years in electrical maintenance, automation, robotics or I&C systems.
• Experience with ARCS is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, robotics and control equipment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement preventive and predictive maintenance for robotic cleaning systems and related automation equipment.
• Troubleshoot and maintain robotic cleaning equipment, motors, drives, sensors, panels and electrical systems.
• Diagnose faults in PLC-based controls, control circuits and industrial networks.
• Perform root-cause analysis of failures and drive reliability improvements.
• Support testing, commissioning and verification of new/modified robotic cleaning equipment.
• Coordinate technical issues, warranty claims and maintenance with OEMs and suppliers.
• Maintain documentation, configurations, maintenance records and fault reports; guide technicians.
• Ensure HSSE compliance, permit-to-work, isolation and LOTO procedures.

Skills

Electrical systems

Automation

Robotics

PLC troubleshooting

Root-cause analysis

Teamwork

Technical reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Location

Saudi Arabia

Function

Operations & Maintenance Solar PV

Job Summary

ACWA Operations is seeking experienced ARCS Engineers for upcoming opportunities across Solar PV plants in Saudi Arabia. The role is responsible for providing specialist engineering support for Automatic Robotic Cleaning Systems (ARCS) automation and associated electrical and control equipment to ensure safe, reliable and efficient operation of solar panel cleaning systems.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Plan and implement preventive and predictive maintenance activities for robotic cleaning systems and associated automation equipment
• Troubleshoot and maintain robotic cleaning equipment, motors, drives, sensors, control panels and electrical systems
• Diagnose faults in PLC-based controls, control circuits and industrial communication systems
• Conduct root-cause analysis of electrical, automation and robotics failures and implement reliability improvements
• Support testing, commissioning and functional verification of new or modified robotic cleaning equipment
• Coordinate technical issues, warranty claims and maintenance interventions with OEMs and specialist suppliers
• Maintain technical documentation, equipment configurations, maintenance records and fault reports while providing technical guidance to maintenance technicians
• Ensure compliance with HSSE requirements, permit-to-work procedures, equipment isolation and lockout tagout (LOTO) standards

Job Specifications

• Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
• Minimum Experience: Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in electrical maintenance, automation, robotics, or industrial control systems.
• Experience with Automatic Robotic Cleaning Systems (ARCS) is preferred.
• Required Skills:
  • Strong technical knowledge of electrical systems, automation, robotics, and industrial control equipment.
  • Experience troubleshooting PLCs, motors, drives, sensors, and industrial communication systems.
  • Ability to interpret electrical schematics, control logic, and technical manuals.
  • Knowledge of preventive/predictive maintenance, condition monitoring, and root-cause analysis.
  • Experience in equipment testing, commissioning, and reliability improvement.
  • Familiarity with CMMS, technical reporting, and OEM coordination.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.

Work Conditions

Plant-based position at Solar PV facilities in Saudi Arabia.

Applications will be reviewed against relevant recruitment requirements. Registration does not guarantee an invitation, interview or employment offer.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by our Talent Acquisition team with further information about the recruitment process.