Robotics SME

Location
: Abu Dhabi, UAE (Onsite role — open to candidates from any location who are willing to relocate)

Employment Type
: 12-month contract (with potential to perm role)

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end design, integration, and deployment of robotic systems from major OEMs, including KUKA, ABB, and Fanuc.
• Develop and deliver connected solutions involving PLCs, SCADA, and industrial IoT platforms in manufacturing settings.
• Collaborate directly with client engineers and project stakeholders to tailor technical solutions for complex assembly and manufacturing production.
• Oversee commissioning, troubleshooting, and performance optimization of automation and device layers.
• Mentor junior robotics and automation engineers and provide technical leadership within the delivery team.
• Serve as the key engineering contact for client discussions, ensuring transparency, confidence, and alignment on all solution aspects.
• Engage in technical discussions and lead negotiations with vendors to assess, align, and finalize automation and IoT solution proposals.

Qualifications:

• At least 15 years of hands-on experience in industrial robotics, automation systems, and IoT-based manufacturing solutions
• Must have a solid background working with Systems Integrator (SI) companies or in designing solutions across multiple client environments.
• Proven expertise in robot programming, safety integration, and deployment using platforms such as KUKA, ABB, and Fanuc.
• Strong working knowledge of PLCs (e.g., Siemens, Allen Bradley, Omron) and SCADA systems, including integration protocols such as OPC UA, Modbus, MQTT, and EtherCAT.
• Demonstrated experience delivering projects in regulated manufacturing environments with stringent requirements for quality, uptime, and compliance.
• Client-focused mindset with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable recommendations.