PLC Engineer (Industrial Automation)

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Siemens Logistics is a leading provider of innovative and high-performance solutions for airport logistics. The portfolio includes products and solutions for baggage and cargo handling, high-end software for the digitalization of logistics processes as well as an extensive range of maintenance and services. Siemens Logistics is represented worldwide through its regional companies and is active in more than 60 countries. Major customers include renowned airports and airlines around the globe. Siemens Logistics is a fully owned subsidiary of Siemens AG.

Be part of our Operation & Maintenance Team in Riyadh as a PLC Engineer.

What are my job responsibilities?

• Control and supervise all PLC/controls-related Operations and maintenance activities at the site, ensuring the overall target of system availability.
• Proactively ensure the system's technical maintenance is done in close coordination with the field team to reduce/negate issues that may contribute to operational impact.
• Troubleshooting all PLC/Controls related issues in all Customer Service sites, including logic, communication, and hardware about the PLC system.
• Drive minor/major modifications of the system regarding high- and low-level electrical controls, including hardware and software, e.g., PLC, drives, HMIs, etc. (2nd and 3rd level PLC backup).
• Suggest and implement PLC/Controls improvements.
• Prepare technical reports related to System Improvements and incidents (RCA) and liaise with the Client.
• Control and monitor material flow within the system via SCADA and CCTV. Ensure proper communication from the control room to field supervisors/technicians and vice versa for appropriate fault finding.
• Perform analysis on issues raised by the operations team and suggest adequate solutions to resolve the problem permanently.
• In the case of system anomaly provide technical advice to field staff as the basis for any operational decisions. Identify and coordinate training requirements.
• Ensure a proper handover process on-site and in the shift control room, with all information/ongoing works passed on to the next change.
• Comply with any QHSE standard of both Client and Siemens internally.
• Ensure and follow occupational health, safety, security, environment, and quality as stipulated.

What do I need to qualify for this role?

• Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 5 years of Automation experience, specializing in Instrumentation or Electro-Mechanical or Electrical or Electronic Engineering.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Project development and commissioning involving Siemens PLCs (Simatic Manager-Step7, TIA), HMIs (WinCC Flexible), Drives (Sinamics, Micromaster, SEW, Danfoss), and SCADA (WinCC).
• Airport Baggage Handling System (BHS) experience is a must.
• Good understanding of "PLC/SCADA" systems required.
• Strong PLC diagnostic and programming experience – fault finding and programming knowledge are essential, including electrical & electronic fault finding, electro-mechanical installations, and electrical installations, and PLC programming and modification.
• Experience in Operations and Maintenance of PLC/Controls will be an added advantage.
• Strong management, leadership & communication skills toward stakeholders, internal and external.
• Reviewing and assessing operational processes and evaluation of technical improvements.
• Understanding of BHS material flow and interfaces.
• The role requires working shifts and providing emergency on-site and on-call support as needed.
• Ability to work in a high-pressure environment.
• Awareness /Knowledge of quality/safety procedures.
• Excellent Communication Skills.

Visit www.siemens-logistics.com/en to learn more about Siemens Logistics before submitting your application.