Job Description

Job Title:

Automation Engineer (Marine)

Location:

UAE / Onboard Vessels (Marine)

Availability: Immediate Joiner Preferred

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated

Automation Engineer

with solid experience in marine automation systems -- especially in

blast systems, tank gauging, fire-alarm systems, AMS (Alarm Monitoring Systems), and marine boiler automation

. The candidate should have a strong technical background and be ready to step into operations immediately.

Key Responsibilities:

Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair automation and control systems on vessels, including boiler automation, AMS, tank-gauging, and fire-alarm systems. Carry out regular maintenance, testing, and inspections of control panels, sensors, and marine instrumentation systems. Develop, debug, and optimize PLC programs for marine equipment and safety systems. Calibrate instrumentation and control hardware to ensure accurate readings and system reliability. Provide technical support during commissioning and operations on board. Prepare and maintain detailed technical reports, root-cause analyses, and service documentation. Ensure all systems comply with marine safety standards, class rules, and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in

Electrical & Electronics Engineering

,

Instrumentation

,

Electronics & Communication

, or related technical field. Minimum

3 years

of GCC experience in the

marine automation industry

Strong knowledge of marine electrical systems, sensors, and control panels Ability to troubleshoot onboard systems independently Proven experience working with marine automation systems (blast systems, boiler, AMS, tank gauging, fire-alarm). Good understanding of PLC programming, HMI, SCADA systems, and control architecture. Strong knowledge of marine electrical systems and instrumentation. Excellent troubleshooting skills and a methodical approach to problem-solving. Ability to onboard and work independently on vessels.

Immediate joiners preferred

Additional Skills (Preferred):

Experience with marine class societies (e.g., DNV, Lloyd's, ABS) in system design or maintenance. Familiarity with safety standards and regulations in the maritime industry. Good communication skills and ability to work across teams.
Job Type: Permanent

Pay: AED3,000.00 - AED8,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

Are you able to join immediately if selected? What is your degree specialization? (Electrical / Electronics / Instrumentation / Communication Engineering)? Can you explain your experience with marine automation systems such as AMS (Alarm Monitoring System)? Which brands or models have you worked on? What are your salary expectations?
Education:

Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:

Marine: 3 years (Required)
Willingness to travel:

* 75% (Required)