Press Shop – Equipment Engineer (Automotive Manufacturing) KAEC, KSA

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Job Title

Press Shop – Equipment Engineer

Employment Type

Full-time

Industry

Automotive Manufacturing

Job Description

We are looking for a Press Shop Equipment Engineer to support, troubleshoot, optimize, and improve automotive stamping equipment.

The role will act as a key link between Maintenance and Process Engineering, focusing on equipment reliability, automation, PLC systems, HMI/SCADA, machine performance, continuous improvement, and technical problem-solving.

The uploaded Equipment Engineer JD highlights Siemens PLCs, Step7, TIA Portal, WinCC, cycle time reduction, equipment reliability, motors, VFDs, soft starters, sensors, hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical systems, stamping equipment, and KUKA robots as preferred experience areas. 

Key Responsibilities

• Support, troubleshoot, and optimize press shop equipment using Siemens PLC systems, including Step7 and TIA Portal.
• Support setup of new references in production lines.
• Work with WinCC HMI/SCADA systems for monitoring, diagnostics, and interface improvements.
• Lead equipment improvement projects focused on cycle time reduction, reliability, productivity, and process stability.
• Analyze machine performance and implement lean strategies to improve equipment health.
• Collaborate with Maintenance teams to resolve complex electrical, electronic, automation, and control issues.
• Work with Process Engineering to align equipment capability with process requirements and quality targets.
• Troubleshoot and improve systems involving motors, VFDs, soft starters, sensors, and industrial control devices.
• Support equipment involving hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and automation systems.
• Participate in upgrades, retrofits, equipment modifications, and new equipment integration.
• Support or troubleshoot industrial robots, preferably KUKA.
• Read and interpret electrical, mechanical, and control schematics.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime and improve equipment performance.

• Degree in Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in the automotive industry.
• Strong hands-on experience with Siemens PLCs, including Step7 and TIA Portal.
• Experience with WinCC HMI/SCADA systems.
• Solid background in electronics, electrical systems, automation, and industrial controls.
• Knowledge of motors, VFDs, soft starters, sensors, and related industrial components.
• Understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
• Experience with automotive stamping equipment such as presses, transfer systems, feeders, or similar equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical schematics and equipment documentation.
• English proficiency is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with KUKA robots, including operation, programming, or troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing tools such as Kaizen, SMED, and TPM.
• Experience leading equipment improvement, optimization, or reliability projects.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted