ARCS Engineer- Solar PV | KSA Technical Recruitment Campaign

Acwa China; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

ACWA Operations is seeking experienced ARCS Engineers for opportunities across Solar PV plants in Saudi Arabia. The role provides specialist engineering support for ARCS, automation, and electrical/controls systems to ensure safe, reliable solar cleaning operations.

Candidates should have a bachelor's in electrical engineering and 7+ years in electrical maintenance or automation, with ARCS experience preferred. This plant-based role requires strong problem solving and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related field.
• 7+ years in electrical maintenance, automation, robotics, or industrial controls.
• ARCS experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement preventive and predictive maintenance for robotic cleaning systems and automation equipment.
• Troubleshoot and maintain ARCS components, motors, drives, sensors, and control panels.
• Diagnose faults in PLCs, control circuits, and industrial communication systems.
• Conduct root-cause analysis of electrical/automation/robotics failures and drive improvements.
• Support testing, commissioning, and verification of new or modified ARCS equipment.
• Coordinate issues with OEMs and suppliers for maintenance interventions.
• Maintain documentation, configurations, and fault reports; guide technicians.
• Ensure HSSE, LOTO, and permit-to-work compliance.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Automation

Robotics

Industrial control

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

ARCS Engineer – Solar PV

KSA Technical Recruitment Campaign 2026

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.

We welcome experienced ARCS Engineers interested in upcoming opportunities across Saudi Arabia.

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