Senior PLC Engineer / Field Service Team Leader
Rapiscan Systems is a global leader in detection technology, providing advanced cargo and vehicle inspection systems for ports, borders, military operations, and high-security environments.
Skills
About This Role
Overview
Rapiscan Systems is a global leader in detection technology, providing advanced cargo and vehicle inspection systems for ports, borders, military operations, and high-security environments.
Our solutions help customers combat terrorism, smuggling, illegal immigration, and trade fraud.
With a broad portfolio of X-ray technologies, we deliver best-in-class imaging performance, reliability, and innovation.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Senior PLC Engineer / Field Service Team Leader to support service operations across the UAE and MEA region.
Based in Dubai and dedicated to the Dubai Airport project, this role combines leadership with hands-on engineering expertise.
You will lead a team of engineers while overseeing PLC integration with baggage handling systems (BHS) and ensuring high-quality delivery and support of X-ray screening systems.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain PLC systems using Rockwell (RSLogix 5000 / Studio 5000)
- Support FAT/SAT, commissioning, system integration and handover
- Lead site activities including troubleshooting and performance optimisation
- Provide advanced technical support including root cause analysis
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on systems
- Integrate EDS systems with BHS and HLC systems
- Lead, mentor and manage a team of Field Service Engineers
- Ensure SLA compliance and oversee daily service operations
- Maintain accurate technical documentation and reporting
Candidate Requirements
- Proven experience in field service or automation engineering
- Strong PLC expertise (Rockwell platforms)
- Experience with X-ray or screening systems is highly desirable
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work under pressure in fast-paced environments
- Willingness to travel and adapt to flexible working hours
Qualifications & Technical Skills
- BSc in Electrical Engineering or related field
- Postgraduate qualification (desirable)
- Knowledge of PLC systems and industrial automation
- Familiarity with electrical schematics and mechanical assemblies
- Experience with MS Windows systems advantageous
- Strong IT skills including MS Office
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
Use Autofill When You Apply

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