Electrical Automation & Instrumentation Engineer
Skills
About This Role
Salary
Based on experience
Job Brief
We are looking for an experienced
Electrical Automation & Instrumentation (EAI) Engineer
with a strong background in paper manufacturing.
The ideal candidate should be well-versed in handling automation systems, drives, instrumentation, and electrical maintenance to ensure smooth plant operations and machinery reliability.
Job Responsibilities
- Execute and monitor preventive, corrective, and condition-based maintenance for all electrical and automation systems.
- Lead the maintenance of drive systems, PLCs, SCADA, and field instrumentation specific to paper machine operations.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues with ABB AC/DC Drives, PLCs (especially AC800M), MCCs, and Smart MCCs.
- Analyze and interpret electrical and control schematics for system troubleshooting and enhancements.
- Integrate hardware and software for multi-sectional drive systems, ensuring seamless operation.
- Supervise and support electrical installation and commissioning activities for system upgrades or new equipment.
- Develop and implement application software using AC800M with AC/DC drives for process automation.
- Maintain detailed documentation of maintenance tasks, equipment history, and system upgrades using SAP PM or other CMMS platforms.
- Ensure adherence to safety protocols and operational standards.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Instrumentation Engineering.
- Minimum
- 6+ years
- of relevant experience in the
- paper industry,
- with a strong focus on automation and drive systems.
- Hands-on expertise in
- ABB drive systems (ACS800/880), Siemens, and Schneider platforms.
- Strong knowledge of electrical switchgear, protection relays, and drive communication protocols (Profibus, Modbus, etc.).
- Experience in the SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) module is essential.
- Ability to lead a team of technicians and coordinate with cross-functional departments.
- Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and analytical skills.
Your resume, rewritten
for this exact role.
Sign up free — Base Career tailors your CV to this job description in 60 seconds.
01 / 05
Resume Tailored to This Job
Your keywords, structure, and story — rewritten to match this exact role and pass ATS filters.
Free · No card · 60 seconds
02 / 05
Cover Letter for This Role, Done
Job-specific cover letters written in Gulf professional tone — ready in seconds, not hours.
Free · No card · 60 seconds
03 / 05
See How Well You Fit This Role
AI match score with clear reasons — know your fit before investing time in the application.
Free · No card · 60 seconds
04 / 05
Apply in One Click
Autofill any application form on Workday, LinkedIn, Bayt, Greenhouse — with your tailored content.
Free · No card · 60 seconds
05 / 05
Track It. Follow Up at the Right Time.
Visual pipeline for every application with AI-timed follow-up reminders so nothing slips.
Free · No card · 60 seconds
2.2K+
Cover Letters & Follow-ups
1.8K+
Resumes Tailored
190.5K+
Jobs Tracked
Trusted by professionals at
Stop applying blindly.
Start getting hired.
Base Career automates the hardest parts of job searching — apply smarter, not harder.
AI Resume in 60s
Your resume rewritten for this exact role using the job description as the brief.
ATS-Optimized
Get past automated screening filters with the right keywords matched to each job.
Application Tracker
Track every job, follow-up, and interview in one visual kanban board.
Free plan · No credit card required