IoT Automation Engineer (UAE Based)

Location: UAEEmployment Type: Full-Time (FTE)Experience Required: 10+ YearsWork Mode: OnsiteDuration: 1 YearCandidate Requirement: Candidates must currently be based in the UAE and legally eligible to work in the UAE.

Any nationality is acceptableResponsibilitiesConduct plant audits and capture As-Is manufacturing processes, instrumentation used, KPIs, and data flow while identifying opportunities for factory digitization and Industry 4.0 transformationRecommend appropriate sensors, data acquisition techniques, useful KPIs, and IIoT use cases to improve operational visibility and efficiencyVerify process design diagrams, prepare technical specifications, and develop automation solutions for multiple projects simultaneouslyLead technical assessments of system integrators and ODMs for Sensors, IIoT Gateways, Robots, Cobots, Drives, and Industrial Automation solutionsCoordinate with vendors, ODMs, and system integrators for solution delivery, installation, testing, and commissioningDesign, develop, and manage IoT and automation solutions integrating industrial devices, sensors, gateways, and enterprise platformsLead IoT deployments, including device configuration, network integration, and data collection processesImplement and optimize automation frameworks to streamline manufacturing workflows and improve operational efficiencyMonitor IoT systems and automation environments to ensure performance, reliability, availability, and securityTroubleshoot complex IoT, automation, networking, and integration-related issuesDevelop custom automation applications and scripts using Python, JavaScript, or similar technologiesCollaborate with Engineering, IT, and Operations teams to align IoT and automation solutions with business objectivesEnsure compliance with applicable industrial standards, regulations, and best practicesDocument IoT architectures, automation workflows, and system configurations for ongoing support and future enhancementsMentor junior specialists and provide technical leadership across IoT and automation initiativesMust-Have SkillsProven experience in Robotics Automation, Assembly Line Automation, and Manufacturing Process Automation, including conceptualization, design, simulation, architecture, and commissioning of automation solutionsStrong technical knowledge of Industry Sensors, Actuators, IoT Gateways, Middleware, Data Storage, Robots, Cobots, and OT-IT IntegrationHands-on experience in Robot and Cobot Simulation, Programming, Deployment, and Testing with OEMs such as KUKA, FANUC, ABB, Yokogawa, or similar vendorsMust have good experience with industrial communication protocols including MODBUS, Profibus, Profinet, HART, Ethernet, OPC UA, and OPC HDAStrong understanding of IIoT Solution Architecture, including MQTT and AMQP protocols, and experience with IoT platforms such as ThingWorx, Azure IoT Hub, and AWS IoT CoreExperience implementing Industrial IoT use cases such as OEE, Predictive Maintenance, Camera-Based Quality Inspection, Genealogy, and SPCHands-on experience in Industry 4.0 Initiatives, IoT Platforms, Connected Devices, Industrial Automation, OT/IT Integration, and Digital Transformation ProgramsExtensive experience in IoT Architecture, Device Integration, and Network Protocols including MQTT and CoAPProficiency with automation frameworks such as Node-RED, Home Assistant, and AnsibleStrong programming skills in Python, JavaScript, and C/C++Knowledge of Edge Computing, Real-Time Data Processing, and IoT Data AnalyticsAdvanced understanding of IoT Security, including Encryption, Authentication, and Secure CommunicationExperience working with PLCs, SCADA Systems, Historians, HMIs, CNC Controllers, and OT/IT Integration EnvironmentsGood-to-Have SkillsAdvanced knowledge of Batch Process Engineering, including ISA S88 and ISA 95 standardsExperience in Batch Engineering, Testing, and CommissioningAdvanced training or certifications in DCS, PLC, SCADA, or Instrumentation from reputable automation vendorsAdvanced knowledge of Vision Systems for Quality Inspection, OCR, Temperature Detection, Good/Reject Count, Measurement, and Quality Verification TechnologiesExperience with Plant Automation AcceleratorKnowledge and experience with OSI PI Historian