Automation & Robotics Lead - EV Powertrain Ops

Lucid Motors Middle East; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Lucid Motors Middle East seeks a senior leader for automation, controls, robotics, and MES-OT integration across high‑volume automotive shops. You will define standards, govern OT cybersecurity, and drive safe launches from commissioning to sustained operation.

With 10+ years in automation and 5+ in leadership, you will mentor Saudi talent, manage Capex/Opex, and ensure compliant, high‑quality powertrain production while advancing local capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in controls, electrical, mechatronics, robotics or related engineering; Master’s preferred.
• 10+ years in industrial automation/robotics with 5+ years leading teams.
• English fluency; Arabic is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Define PLC/HMI/SCADA standards, safety-controls, and version-control practices.
• Lead OT cybersecurity governance and risk mitigation.
• Oversee automation validation, run-at-rate, and safe-launch processes.
• Recruit and develop engineers, manage budget and suppliers.

Skills

Industrial automation

Team leadership

PLC programming

Robotics systems

Cybersecurity governance

OT/IT integration

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor’s in controls, electrical, mechatronics, robotics

Tools

Siemens TIA Portal

Rockwell Studio 5000

Beckhoff TwinCAT

Job description

Lucid Motors Middle East seeks a senior leader for automation, controls, robotics, and MES-OT integration across high‑volume automotive shops. You will define standards, govern OT cybersecurity, and drive safe launches from commissioning to sustained operation.

With 10+ years in automation and 5+ in leadership, you will mentor Saudi talent, manage Capex/Opex, and ensure compliant, high‑quality powertrain production while advancing local capabilities.