Electrical & Automation Engineer

Job Title: Electrical & Automation Engineer – Factory Systems Lead

Factory Name: Golden Wheat Mills Company P.L.C. (Palestine)

Location: [Burham - Birzeit], Palestine
Employment Type: Full-Time

Overview:
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Electrical & Automation Engineer to lead and manage all aspects of electrical maintenance and industrial automation within our state-of-the-art wheat milling and production facility. This role requires a hands-on engineer with a deep understanding of both electrical systems and industrial automation, including PLCs and SCADA systems, to ensure the smooth and reliable operation of our manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and execute all electrical maintenance activities across the facility, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance.

• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) systems used in various sections of the production line.

• Administer and maintain the SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems for monitoring and controlling plant operations.

• Coordinate preventive and predictive maintenance schedules for electrical equipment and automation hardware.

• Support and guide the electrical maintenance team, providing technical direction and hands-on assistance when required.

• Collaborate with production and quality teams to improve automation performance, efficiency, and reliability.

• Ensure compliance with safety standards, electrical codes, and company procedures.

• Maintain documentation for electrical systems, control panels, network diagrams, and automation configurations.

• Work with vendors and third parties for upgrades, troubleshooting, and new system integration.

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Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Automation, or a related field.

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in industrial electrical systems and automation, preferably in a manufacturing or food processing environment.

• Strong knowledge and practical experience with SIEMENS automation hardware, including PLCs (S7 series), HMIs, and industrial networking.

• Proficiency in troubleshooting electrical panels, drives, sensors, and field instrumentation.

• Experience with SCADA systems (WinCC or equivalent), including system maintenance, backups, and updates.

• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, P&IDs, and control schematics.

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with industrial Ethernet networks (Profinet, Modbus TCP, etc.).

• Knowledge of VFDs, servo drives, and industrial communication protocols.

• Basic knowledge of IT infrastructure related to automation systems (e.g., servers, switches, firewalls).

• Fluent in Arabic and English (written and spoken).

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to lead automation systems in a modern and technologically advanced factory.

• Stable and long-term employment in a growing industrial company.

• Professional development and training in cutting-edge technologies.

Interested applicants should send their CV to the following address: [email protected]