Automation Engineer – PLC, HMI & MES Specialist

Engg; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Lucid is seeking an hands-on Controls Engineer in Saudi Arabia to develop, commission, and sustain PLC and HMI/SCADA interfaces for DRIVE and HV Battery lines. You will ensure FAT/SAT readiness, perform RCA, and hand over fully documented code and training to the Saudi team.

You will also integrate PLCs with MES systems, troubleshoot industrial networks, and uphold OT cybersecurity and safety standards in a fast-paced production environment.

Qualifications

• Hands-on expertise in Siemens TIA Portal and Rockwell Studio 5000.
• Proficient in HMI/SCADA/Ignition development and troubleshooting.
• Experience with industrial networks and OT cybersecurity fundamentals.
• Ability to communicate in English and Arabic effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and sustain PLC programs and interfaces for drive and battery equipment.
• Own FAT/SAT execution, punch-list closure, and final handover of documentation.
• Develop and validate HMI/SCADA screens, alarms, and diagnostics.
• Integrate PLCs with MES/LMIS using OPC-UA and ensure traceability.
• Support safety PLC changes per ISO 13849/IEC 62061 and OT security controls.
• Provide production-support and capability transfer to Saudi engineers.

Skills

Siemens TIA Portal

Rockwell Studio 5000

HMI/SCADA/Ignition

Industrial networks

OT cybersecurity

Bilingual English/Arabic

Tools

OPC-UA

Vision systems Cognex/Keyence

Job description

Lucid is seeking an hands-on Controls Engineer in Saudi Arabia to develop, commission, and sustain PLC and HMI/SCADA interfaces for DRIVE and HV Battery lines. You will ensure FAT/SAT readiness, perform RCA, and hand over fully documented code and training to the Saudi team.

You will also integrate PLCs with MES systems, troubleshoot industrial networks, and uphold OT cybersecurity and safety standards in a fast-paced production environment.