Project Lead Engineer - 800xA

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Al Khobar, SAU
In-Office
Expert/Leader
Robotics • Analytics • Energy
The Role
Leads medium- to high-complexity DCS engineering projects using ABB 800xA and related process automation systems. Responsibilities include architecture, integration, work planning, cost estimation, testing, installation, commissioning, customer support, cybersecurity hardening, network and virtualization configuration, and team mentoring. The role supports oil and gas, refinery, petrochemical, power, and water projects, collaborates with business and technical stakeholders, and requires offshore and onshore travel with willingness to relocate overseas.
Summary Generated by Built In

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

Operations Manager

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Your role:


In this role, you will have the opportunity to design and execute DCS engineering activities in service projects with medium to high complexity, according to Standard work instructions, quality standards and safety guidelines. Deliver quality customer service to satisfy customers.


The work model for the role is: hybrid/on-site.

This role contributes to the SA-OPC Business Line within the Middle East region. The position supports engineering activities and project execution while collaborating with key stakeholders, including Sales, Product Management, and Business Development teams, to deliver customer-focused solutions and achieve business objectives.

You will be mainly accountable for:


·       Efficiently Lead medium to high complex projects comprising of all disciplines

·       Evaluate, selects and applies standard techniques and procedures to perform Engineering assignments in projects.

·       Assists in preparing proposal/presentation of service engineering projects/programs.

·       Identify customer (internal or external) requirements, analyze and document as-is process and process interfaces, discover process gaps, design to-be integration in collaboration with business resources.

·       Creates work plans and cost estimates for overall scope and ensures quality deliverables on time and within targeted cost.

·       Mentor & guide the team through the project aspects.

·       Provides technical support for testing, installation and commissioning activities.

·       Collaborate with business & other IT teams to deliver solutions within timeline.

·       Assist customer and technical issues, interacts with official contracts.

·       Proactively identifies suggestions for product, quality and customer service improvement and discusses them with management for changes.

·       Interact with various stakeholders understand the customer demands, update self with latest trends and technologies used in process automation domain.

·       Understanding of the complete project life cycle including project deliverables is must.

·       Collaborates on project installation, commissioning, and site activities, to clarify potential issues or provide solutions to rectify the engineering errors.


What it takes to Run what runs the world


·       Bachelor's Degree - Instrumentation Engineering, Electronics & communications

·       8-10 years’ experience in Process Automation especially in the field of Large Oil & Gas / Refineries / Petrochemicals complexes

·       Experience in High complex DCS Architecture which involves multiple systems and interfaces with third party systems.

·       Experience on DCS- Retrofits, Upgrades, Service and Commissioning.

·       Knowledge in the system installation, integration of servers and client computers in virtual environment, windows Administration.

·       Experience in Virtualization concepts, ESXi Setup, Raid configuration and VMware Configuration.

·       Working knowledge on Managed switches, Routers and Firewalls.

·       Knowledge in designing System and Network Hardening and develop Cyber security designs

·       Experience in configuring MacAfee epo, WSUS.

·       Working knowledge on Domain configuration and Active directory configuration for larger systems includes defining group policies.

·       Process Automation knowledge – Application programming (Oil & Gas/ Refineries /Petrochemicals and Power & Water)

·       Knowledge on Third party Communication like MODBUS, OPC.

·       Having ABB 800xA System knowledge (System,800xA History, 800xA Information management).

·       Having ABB legacy system(Advant, Safeguard, Infi90, SCADAVantage) experience can be an advantage.

·       Configuration of Network Switches/Routers/Firewall, Configuration of Field devices like HART, Profibus & Foundation Fieldbus, Asset Optimization will be added advantage.

·       Must have Good Communication & Leadership Capabilities.

·       Must be a team player, self-motivated, quick learner, adaptable and flexible.

·       Work experience in projects with customers from multiple geographical areas /multi-cultural is an added advantage.

·       Competent in Alarm management solutions.

·       Willingness to relocate overseas.

·       Willingness to travel to offshore & onshore sites.

 

What's in it for you?
We want you to bring your full self to work—your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You’ll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.
Join us. Be part of the team where progress happens, industries transform, and your work shapes the world.
Run What Runs the World.
#ABBCareers #RunwithABB
#Runwhatrunstheworld

 

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

Ready to make an impact?

Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation Engineering or Electronics and Communications Engineering
  • 8-10 years of experience in process automation, particularly in large oil and gas, refinery, or petrochemical complexes
  • Experience with high-complexity DCS architectures involving multiple systems and third-party interfaces
  • Experience with DCS retrofits, upgrades, service, and commissioning
  • Knowledge of system installation, server and client integration in virtual environments, and Windows administration
  • Experience with virtualization, ESXi setup, RAID configuration, and VMware configuration
  • Working knowledge of managed switches, routers, and firewalls
  • Knowledge of system and network hardening and cybersecurity design
  • Experience configuring McAfee ePO and WSUS
  • Working knowledge of domain and Active Directory configuration, including group policies
  • Process automation application programming experience in oil and gas, refinery, petrochemical, power, or water environments
  • Knowledge of third-party communications including MODBUS and OPC
  • ABB 800xA system knowledge, including 800xA History and Information Management
  • Good communication and leadership capabilities
  • Experience with alarm management solutions
  • Willingness to relocate overseas
  • Willingness to travel to offshore and onshore sites
  • Experience with ABB legacy systems such as Advant, Safeguard, Infi90, or SCADAVantage
  • Configuration experience with field devices such as HART, Profibus, and Foundation Fieldbus, plus asset optimization
  • Experience on projects involving customers from multiple geographic areas or multicultural environments

ABB Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about ABB and has not been reviewed or approved by ABB.

  • Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, with medical, dental, vision, mental health support, and disability and life insurance included. Immediate eligibility in some roles reinforces the sense of dependable core coverage.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are described as broad, including paid holidays, sick days, volunteer time, sabbaticals, and, in some cases, 25 days of PTO. Flexible scheduling and remote-work options add to perceived time-off and flexibility value.
  • Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are positioned as robust, including a 401(k) with company contributions or matching and, in some cases, profit sharing or pension savings. Stock purchase/share acquisition programs complement longer-term savings options.

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Year Founded: 1988

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