Senior Automation Engineer - Siemens S7-400 / PCS 7

About the role

A Senior Automation Engineer with strong experience in Siemens S7-400 and PCS 7 is sought to support major industrial and process-plant automation projects. The role covers gathering client requirements, preparing engineering documentation, developing PLC/SCADA applications, running FAT/SAT, and leading commissioning and handover.

Key responsibilities

• Collect and document client requirements for process plant automation systems.
• Prepare functional design specifications, control philosophies, test procedures and related engineering documents.
• Develop PLC and SCADA applications using Siemens STEP 7, PCS 7 and WinCC.
• Configure and troubleshoot communication networks (Profibus, Profinet, Industrial Ethernet).
• Run internal testing, FAT, SAT and site commissioning.
• Manage punch lists, resolve technical issues and support project handover to the client.
• Work with internal and client teams to deliver projects successfully.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechatronics or Computer Engineering.
• 5-9 years of proven experience in industrial automation with Siemens S7-400 and PCS 7.
• Solid understanding of process automation, control systems and instrumentation.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Valid Qatar driving licence is an advantage; proactive, detail-oriented engineers who can lead projects from requirements to handover are preferred.

Required skills

• Siemens STEP 7, PCS 7 and WinCC
• Profibus, Profinet and Industrial Ethernet