automation engineer

J&A Automation Solutions

About the Role:Riyadh is rapidly transforming into a hub for smart industrial solutions, and at J&amp;A Automation Solutions, we apply that same level of innovation to automation projects. We design and implement advanced PLC, SCADA, and industrial control systems that drive efficiency, safety, and performance.We are looking for a Lead Automation Engineer who will own the automation strategy for our projects. You aren&rsquo;t just programming controllers; you are defining how complex industrial systems come to life. You will lead a talented team of engineers, bridging the gap between client requirements, operational constraints, and elegant, reliable automation solutions. You are the advocate for technical excellence and system reliability in a room full of engineers, stakeholders, and project managers.Why Work With Us?Innovative Environment:Our Riyadh office is located in the Al Olaya business district, surrounded by modern infrastructure and technology hubs. We value a workspace that inspires focus, collaboration, and problem-solving.Leadership &amp; Influence:You will be a key decision-maker from Day 1, shaping automation strategies and guiding technical standards across projects.Modern Tools &amp; Tech:We work with the latest PLC, SCADA, and HMI platforms (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Wonderware) and embrace best practices for industrial software integration.Professional Growth:You&rsquo;ll have access to technical training, workshops, and industry conferences to stay ahead in the field of industrial automation.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Automation Strategy &amp; System Design: Lead the design and implementation of PLC, SCADA, and control systems for industrial clients.</li><li>Project Leadership: Oversee automation projects end-to-end, from requirement analysis to commissioning and optimization.</li><li>Team Leadership: Mentor Junior and Mid-level engineers, conduct technical reviews, and guide best practices.</li><li>System Integration &amp; Testing: Ensure reliable communication between PLCs, SCADA, and other industrial systems.</li><li>Stakeholder Management: Present technical solutions to clients and internal management, explaining the rationale behind design choices.</li><li>Continuous Improvement: Evaluate existing systems for optimization opportunities and implement enhancements.</li></ul>What We Are Looking For:Experience: 5+ years in industrial automation, with at least 1-2 years in a leadership role.Technical Expertise: Strong background in PLC programming (Siemens, Allen-Bradley), SCADA/HMI systems, industrial networks, and control systems.Problem-Solving Mindset: You are pragmatic, able to balance perfection with practical delivery of high-quality automation solutions.Communication Skills: Fluent in English for technical documentation and team collaboration; Arabic is a plus for client interactions.Leadership Skills: Ability to mentor engineers, manage projects, and influence technical decisions confidently.Job Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: ﷼25,000.00 - ﷼35,000.00 per monthWork Location: Hybrid remote in Riyadh

Lead Automation Engineer

Amazon

<div>
 
 Description
 
 
 
 Amazon Operations sits at the heart of the Amazon customer experience. We look after everything from the moment a customer clicks buy, to the moment their item is delivered &ndash; from desktop to doorstep.
 
 
 Join us in the Amazon Reliability Maintenance Engineering team. We maintain and optimize technologies in the Global Amazon Warehouse &amp; Delivery Network.
 
 
 
 Purpose Of The Job
 
 
 
 We are looking for motivated, customer-focused people who want to join our team as an Automation Engineer (AE). The focus of the AE role is to fault find, troubleshoot and improve controls solutions for automated material handling equipment such as conveyors, sortation systems, scanners, cameras, print and apply systems, scales, Human-Machine Interface (HMI) systems, and control cabinets. The AE will also provide training to the Engineering Technicians on device troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Be the site level Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all controls systems and sensors within the building. Work in a hands-on manner to actively monitor, fault find and repair systems in order to provide a high level of equipment availability to internal customers.
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 Train technicians in the basics of control systems fault finding in order to raise the level of knowledge within the site.
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 Work within the AMET Controls network to enhance the capability to monitor Material Handling Equipment (MHE) metrics and provide visualization and data to internal customers by means of troubleshooting and prioritizing.
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 Actively participate in or own continuous improvement projects coordinated by the AMET Controls network.
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 Work with IT, Controls Engineering and Operations Engineering to ensure all systems are correctly documented and that accurate backup libraries are maintained.
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 Work alongside global teams to support the installation and commission of new equipment.
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 Interpreting both mechanical and electrical drawings plus understanding and developing improvement strategies for code conforming to IEC 61131-3.
 
 
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 Key job responsibilities
 
 
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 Perform the Process Improvement required changes in the PLC code and SCADA systems following the change management process
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 Ensure Equipment control systems reliability and ensure regular/documented back up collection for the PLC codes
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 Perform the required root cause analysis after unplanned stoppages related to control systems and ensure CPA closure on time
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 Work jointly with OEMs technical remote support teams for if any support required
 
 
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 Basic Qualifications
 
 
 
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 1+ years of programmable logic controls (PLC) programs experience
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 4+ years of PLC/SCADA integration experience
 
 
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 Preferred Qualifications
 
 
 
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 Experience in troubleshooting installation, fault finding, and repairs
 
 
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 Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you&rsquo;re applying in isn&rsquo;t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
 
 
 
 
 Company
 
 - Afaq - Warehouse Branch - J02
 
 
 Job ID: A3157685
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Automation Engineer, Reliability Maintenance Engineering

POMO Robotics

Sales Engineer (Robotics &amp; Automation) - GCC Nationals Only The Role: High-Stakes, Technical ImpactWe are looking for a Sales Engineer who thrives in high-pressure environments and is motivated by a performance-based compensation structure. This is not a &quot;desk job.&quot; You will be the technical face of our company, responsible for bridging the gap between sophisticated robotic hardware and the complex operational needs of our clients.If you are a problem-solver who enjoys the thrill of the &quot;technical win&quot; and wants to see a direct correlation between your expertise and your paycheck, this is your role.We are looking for Sales Engineer at the moment on a temporary contract to field test the sale of robotic automation solutions for capex projects. We are looking for a suitable representative who can spearhead our establishment in the region for automation and robotics.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Networking and Cold Reach: We are looking for strong salesman with experience of cold calling, arranging site visits, being lean in their sales process, actively pursuing leads in the region and pushing for close. Being able to sell robotic automation solutions is a complex task and requires speed, accuracy and targeted outreach.</li><li>Technical Closing: Partner with Account Executives to lead deep-dive technical evaluations. You own the &quot;Technical Win&quot;&mdash;ensuring the customer is convinced that our solution is the only one that works for their specific environment.</li><li>Rapid Discovery &amp; Scoping: Conduct high-intensity site surveys. You must be able to walk a factory floor or warehouse and quickly identify throughput bottlenecks, safety risks, and integration hurdles.</li><li>Proof of Concept (PoC) Ownership: Manage short-timeline, high-pressure pilot programs. You are responsible for the setup, troubleshooting, and success of live demos where failure is not an option.</li><li>ROI-Driven Proposals: Develop technical bids and CAD layouts that don't just show &quot;how&quot; the robot works, but &quot;how much&quot; money it saves the client.</li><li>Field-to-Engineering Pipeline: Act as a critical filter. You must deliver aggressive, accurate feedback to the product team to ensure our hardware survives real-world stress tests.</li></ul>.Experience &amp; Qualifications<ul><li>2 years of experience in Sales Engineering or Field Applications within robotics, industrial automation, or heavy hardware.</li><li>Some experience of working with collaborative, industrial or SCARA robots in industrial settings</li><li>Experience in machine tending, welding, packaging, pick and place applications and dealing with site visits and engineering works</li><li>Capable of completing site surveys and handling multiple leads at the same time</li><li>Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Robotics Engineering</li></ul>Compensation &amp; Perks<ul><li>Competitive Base + Aggressive Commission: We offer a healthy commission structure with uncapped upside. When the company wins big, you win big.</li><li>Performance Accelerators: Tiered bonuses for exceeding quarterly technical win targets.</li><li>Direct Impact: You aren't a cog in a machine; you are the one deploying the machines. Your work directly dictates our revenue growth.</li></ul>Pay: ﷼8,000.00 - ﷼8,500.00 per monthEducation:<ul><li>Bachelor's (Preferred)</li></ul>Willingness to travel:<ul><li>75% (Preferred)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Robotic & Automation Sales Engineer (Co Founder)

Axelerated Solutions

<div>
 
 
 Role
 
 
 
 We are looking for a
 
 Senior QA Engineer
 
 to join our growing team working on enterprise-grade communication platforms, covering real-time conferencing and business messaging products.
 
 
 In this role, you will act as the
 
 quality champion
 
 for a portfolio of web, mobile, and API-driven features&mdash;designing test strategies, driving automation, and ensuring the delivery of reliable software to enterprise clients.
 
 
 You will own the full QA lifecycle, from requirement analysis and test design through execution, automation, and defect reporting, while working closely with developers, product managers, and DevOps teams in an Agile environment.
 
 
 
 What You&rsquo;ll Work On
 
 
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 Web and mobile application testing across conferencing and messaging products
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 RESTful API testing and validation for platform services and integrations
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 Test automation development and maintenance using industry-standard frameworks
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 CI/CD pipeline integration to enable continuous testing and fast release cycles
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 Quality governance including traceability matrices, test plans, and defect lifecycle management
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 Cross-functional collaboration with engineering, product, and DevOps teams
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 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 Test Planning &amp; Execution
 
 
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 Analyze functional and non-functional requirements and translate them into detailed test plans, scenarios, and test cases
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 Execute manual and automated testing (functional, integration, regression, and UAT) for web, mobile (iOS/Android), and APIs
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 Perform exploratory testing on communication features such as messaging, conferencing, and notifications
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 Maintain traceability matrices and ensure full coverage of user stories
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 Test Automation
 
 
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 Develop, maintain, and enhance automated test scripts using
 
 Selenium (Python or Java)
 
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 Integrate automation suites into
 
 CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins or equivalent)
 
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 Monitor automated test runs, analyze failures, and maintain pipeline stability
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 Promote automation best practices and increase overall automation coverage
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 API &amp; Integration Testing
 
 
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 Design and execute comprehensive API test suites using tools such as
 
 Postman
 
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 Validate data contracts, error handling, and service integrations
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 Test real-time communication protocols and messaging delivery pipelines
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 Team Leadership &amp; Quality Governance
 
 
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 Mentor junior QA engineers on automation, test design, and defect reporting
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 Conduct code reviews for test scripts and promote quality standards
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 Establish and enforce QA governance processes and contribute to continuous improvement
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 Produce clear test reports and quality metrics for stakeholders
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Senior QA Engineer

Sadat Consulting

Sen your CV across mohammed.sadatgac@gmail.com with below details1. Notice period 2. Current salary 3. Expected salary 4. Do you have Transferable IQAMARole Purpose Develop AI-enabled automation aligned with roadmap including automation workflows, AIassisted reporting, anomaly detection, and enterprise AI integration patterns.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Develop automation pipelines and workflow automations</li><li>Integrate enterprise AI services (LLM APIs, automation endpoints)</li><li>Develop anomaly detection logic and operational intelligence rules</li><li>Build AI-assisted reporting components aligned with dashboards</li><li>Maintain AI/automation documentation and reproducibility</li><li>Ensure governance-aligned AI implementation (approval where required)</li><li>Support integration of AI outputs into enterprise apps (Frappe, dashboards)</li></ul>Mandatory Technical Requirements<ul><li>Python (ML/automation stack)</li><li>Experience integrating enterprise AI APIs</li><li>Familiarity with RAG architecture concepts</li><li>Automation frameworks and scripting (job scheduling, pipelines)</li><li>Strong integration skills (API-based orchestration)</li></ul>Minimum Experience<ul><li>8+ years experience</li><li>Proven delivery of AI/automation in enterprise environments</li></ul>Job Types: Full-time, PermanentWork Location: In person

AI Automation (LLMs, RAG) Engineer

Prime Gate

<div>Job Overview:
The QA Engineer is responsible for ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of enterprise applications through a combination of manual and automated testing. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in test planning, test automation, CI/CD integration, and performance testing. This role involves working closely with developers, product managers, and DevOps teams to identify and resolve defects before release.
Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Develop and execute comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts.</li><li>Perform functional, regression, integration, and performance testing for enterprise applications.</li><li>Design and implement automated test scripts using Katalon (much important), Selenium, Appium, or similar frameworks.</li><li>Collaborate with developers to ensure testability of new features and improve code quality.</li><li>Work with CI/CD pipelines to integrate automated testing in deployment workflows.</li><li>Monitor application performance and conduct load/stress testing using JMeter.</li><li>Track and manage defects using issue tracking tools such as Azure, TestRail.</li><li>Ensure security best practices by performing vulnerability and API security testing.</li><li>Review requirements and specifications to provide early feedback on usability and design.</li><li>Stay updated with the latest testing methodologies, tools, and industry trends.</li></ul>
Required Skills and Qualifications:<ul><li>4+ years of experience in software testing (manual and automation) for enterprise applications.</li><li>Strong knowledge of test automation frameworks (Katalon, Selenium, Appium).</li><li>Experience with API testing tools (Postman, REST Assured).</li></ul>
&bull; Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, JavaScript, Java, Grovy) for test automation.&bull; Experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI/CD).<ul><li>Strong understanding of testing methodologies (Agile, DevOps).</li><li>Experience with mobile testing tools (Appium).</li><li>Knowledge of performance testing tools (JMeter , LoadRunner ).</li><li>Familiarity with security testing principles.</li><li>Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.</li></ul>
Preferred Qualifications:<ul><li>Experience with cloud testing platforms (BrowserStack).</li><li>Knowledge of SQL and database testing for data integrity validation.</li><li>Experience with test case management tools (TestRail).</li></ul>
Experience Level:
Mid to Senior (4+ Years)
Employment Type:
Full-time</div>

QA Engineer

ebra

<div>We are looking for a QA Engineer who can own quality across modern web applications and cloud native backend services.
What You&rsquo;ll Do:
<ul><li>Design and execute test strategies for web apps (Next.js), APIs (Node.js/Python), and service integrations.</li><li>
Build and maintain scalable automated test suites (UI, API, integration, regression, and smoke tests).</li><li>
Partner with developers and product teams to define acceptance criteria and shift quality left.</li><li>
Validate deployments across environments and support release readiness in CI/CD pipelines.</li><li>
Identify flaky tests, production risks, and root causes; drive preventive quality improvements.</li><li>
Track quality metrics (defect leakage, test coverage, escape rate, pass/fail trends) and provide actionable insights.</li></ul> 
Requirements 
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Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Computer Science Information Technology, or a related field).</li><li>
3+ years in QA/Software Testing, with strong automation experience.
</li><li>Hands-on testing experience with JavaScript/TypeScript applications, especially Next.js and Node.js.</li><li>
Experience testing Python-based services and API-driven systems.</li><li>
Strong API testing skills (REST/trpc, authentication, contract validation, and edge case coverage.</li><li>
Proficiency with modern testing tools (e.g., Playwright/Cypress, Jest/Vitest, Postman/Newman, or similar).</li><li>
Experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD workflows.</li><li>
Strong debugging skills using logs, traces, and test diagnostics.</li><li>
Solid understanding of SDLC, test design techniques, and risk-based testing.</li><li>
Practical security testing knowledge, including awareness of OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities and how to validate them in web/API workflows.</li></ul>
Nice to Have:
<ul><li>Experience with Kubernetes and GCP environments.</li><li>Performance and reliability testing experience.</li><li>Exposure to real time or distributed service architectures.</li><li>Experience with observability tools for debugging and quality monitoring.</li></ul></div>

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