Maintenance Automation Sr. Engineer

Lucid Motors Middle East

Makkah Region

On-site

SAR 90,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401k

Paid vacation

Job summary

A luxury electric vehicle company is seeking a Sr. Paint Automation Engineer in Makkah Region. You will lead the design and implementation of automation systems for high-volume automotive paint operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards and optimizing efficiency. Ideal candidates have over 5 years of experience in automation systems within an automotive environment, including PLC and robotics expertise. Join us in revolutionizing luxury electric vehicles!

Qualifications

5+ years of automation maintenance experience in an automotive paint shop or similar environment.
Experience with integration of robotic, PLC, and SCADA systems.
Familiarity with electrical safety certifications (NFPA 70E, OSHA standards).

Responsibilities

Design and implement control strategies for robotic automation systems.
Participate in new plant installations and lead automation commissioning.
Continuously analyze process KPIs and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Automation system design

PLC programming

SCADA integration

Robotics programming

Process optimization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Siemens S7/TIA Portal

ABB IRB5500

Fanuc R-2000iC

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Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility

At Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility.

We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to the fundamentals of great design – where every decision we make is in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own experience.

Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we’re providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you.

The Sr. Paint Automation Engineer plays a vital role in the development, commissioning, and support of fully automated painting systems within a high-volume automotive manufacturing facility. This professional is responsible for ensuring the integration and performance of robotic, PLC, and SCADA systems involved in processes such as pre-treatment, e-coating, primer application, base and clear coat, oven curing, and final inspection.

This role supports production readiness, quality, and uptime by overseeing the entire life cycle of automation systems—from specification through implementation to continuous improvement. Working cross-functionally with maintenance, quality, controls, and production teams, the Automation Engineer guarantees that automation solutions meet performance targets, OEM standards, and regulatory compliance.

You Will

Automation System Design & Programming

Design, develop, and implement control strategies for robotic and automation systems in paint booth, sealer, and utility areas
Develop and modify PLC logic (Siemens S7/TIA Portal, Allen-Bradley, Beckhoff) for paint shop systems such as material conveyors, ovens, elevators, turntables, and skids
Configure and program robot paths and paint parameters for systems such as ABB IRB5500, Fanuc R-2000iC, KUKA KR series, or Dürr EcoRP
Design and integrate HMI/SCADA interfaces for operator interaction, alarms, diagnostics, and data logging

Commissioning and Project Execution

Participate in new plant installations, upgrades, and expansions—leading automation commissioning for the paint shop
Support Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) for automation hardware and software
Conduct I/O validation, functional testing, and interlock verifications for safety and process controls
Optimize line balancing, takt time, and cycle times during the commissioning and ramp-up phase

Integration & Data Systems

Interface with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Quality Management Systems (QMS), and Plant SCADA to enable data capture, recipe control, and traceability
Support integration of vision systems for defect detection and robotic path adjustments
Deploy and maintain IoT edge devices or OPC-UA/MQTT-based systems for real-time monitoring and diagnostics

Process Monitoring and Optimization

Continuously analyze process KPIs (e.g., FTQ, uptime, overspray, paint usage, rework rates) and implement automation-based corrective actions
Improve energy efficiency and resource consumption (compressed air, power, paint, deionized water) through automated optimization
Implement predictive maintenance algorithms using historical automation data to minimize unplanned downtimes

Safety, Quality, and Compliance

Ensure all automation systems comply with local and international safety standards (e.g., CE, ISO 13849, OSHA, NFPA 79)
Conduct risk assessments for new automation setups and update safety circuits (e.g., Pilz, Siemens SICK) accordingly
Implement error-proofing (poka-yoke) features using automation to prevent human error and improve quality
Support audits and certifications related to paint operations and automation controls

Documentation and Training

Create detailed documentation: electrical and pneumatic schematics (EPLAN preferred), PLC/HMI code backups, FMEA reports, and robot backup routines
Develop SOPs and training modules for maintenance and production operators on automated systems and troubleshooting
Establish automation change management logs and version control procedures

You Bring

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, Controls Engineering, or a related field
Master’s degree or PMP certification is a plus
Experience: Minimum of 5+ years of automation maintenance experience in an automotive paint shop or similar industrial environment, with at least 3 years in a supervisory role

Certifications

Electrical safety certifications and training (NFPA 70E, OSHA standards, etc.)

Join Lucid Motors and be a part of the luxury electric vehicle revolution in the region! Apply now and contribute to the sustainable future of mobility while offering customers an unparalleled driving experience.

Additional Compensation and Benefits

Lucid offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing such programs. (Cash or equity incentive awards, if any, will depend on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and company performance.)

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