Talent.com
Automation Lead - Digital Solutions

Automation Lead - Digital Solutions

WeatherfordDhahran Compound, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia
3 منذ أيام
الوصف الوظيفي

Job Overview

The Automation Lead will oversee and coordinate the planning, execution, and optimization of automation operations across Digital Solutions. This role focuses on managing the technical and operational aspects of automation deployment, leading a small team of field engineers, and ensuring high standards of safety, performance, and client satisfaction. While primarily office-based, the position includes periodic field visits for leadership oversight, audits, and critical commissioning phases.

Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

  • Lead automation operations for projects across the Geozones.
  • Oversee installation, commissioning, and performance validation of automation systems and drives.
  • Support planning, scheduling, and resource allocation for automation projects.
  • Supervise field teams and ensure compliance with HSE and operational excellence standards.
  • Coordinate with Product Line, Service Delivery, and Project Management teams for execution alignment.

Technical Oversight

  • Validate system architecture, communication interfaces, and network configurations.
  • Review and approve automation configurations (VSD, PLC, SCADA, Cloud Integrations).
  • Provide advanced troubleshooting guidance for complex system issues.
  • Drive standardization of configurations, documentation, and commissioning checklists.
  • Ensure data integrity and seamless connectivity between field devices and cloud systems.
  • People & Client Management

  • Mentor and coach field engineers on automation best practices.
  • Act as the primary automation focal point for client interactions and project updates.
  • Support customer presentations, trials, and post-job performance reviews.
  • Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Innovation & Digital Enablement

  • Collaborate with global Digital Solutions teams to deploy new technologies.
  • Contribute to digital roadmap discussions and pilot project designs.
  • Identify opportunities for automation upgrades and process optimization.
  • Documentation & Reporting

  • Review project documentation, job reports, and commissioning records.
  • Maintain project progress, system health, and team performance.
  • Provide management with regular operational updates and improvement plans.
  • Work Environment

  • 70-80% office-based (planning, coordination, client interface, documentation).
  • 20-30% field-based (supervision, commissioning oversight, audits).
  • Occasional travel within Saudi Arabia and GCC region.
  • Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical, Automation, or Control Engineering.
  • Minimum 10-12 years of relevant experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership or senior automation role.
  • Proven experience with automation systems
  • Strong understanding of PLC, SCADA, Modbus, and industrial communication protocols.
  • Familiar with VSD programming, drive networks, and optimization systems.
  • Excellent project coordination and leadership skills.
  • Fluent in English (written and spoken); Arabic is an advantage.
  • #LI-MD1

    About Us

    Weatherford is a leading global energy services company. Our world‑class experts partner with customers to optimize their resources and realize the full potential of their assets. Across our operating locations, including manufacturing, research and development, service, and training facilities, operators choose us for strategic solutions that add efficiency, flexibility, and responsibility to any energy operation.

    When you join Weatherford, you instantly feel connected to something bigger – a community that is grounded by our core values and driven to create innovative solutions for our customers. We celebrate each other's successes, grow together, and learn from each other constantly. Individually, we are impressive. Together, we are unstoppable. We are One Weatherford.

    Weatherford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

    #J-18808-Ljbffr

    إنشاء تنبيه وظيفي لهذا البحث

    Digital Lead • Dhahran Compound, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia

    وظائف ذات صلة
    • عَرْضٌ مُرَوَّجٌ له
    Quality Assurance Automation Lead

    Quality Assurance Automation Lead

    Emagine Solutions FZEAl ‘Aqrabiyah, Saudi Arabia
    Magine Solutions is searching for an experienced QA Development Lead to join a high-impact, award-winning digital consultancy serving government, enterprise, and startup clients across Saudi Arabia...أظهر المزيدآخر تحديث: منذ أكثر من 30 يومًا
    • عَرْضٌ مُرَوَّجٌ له
    Senior Technician - Substation Automation Systems (SAS)

    Senior Technician - Substation Automation Systems (SAS)

    GcciaDammam, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia
    This position ensures that the control systems run efficiently, are maintained properly, and remain functional to prevent downtime and ensure operational safety. Perform commissioning and maintenanc...أظهر المزيدآخر تحديث: منذ أكثر من 30 يومًا
    • عَرْضٌ مُرَوَّجٌ له
    Engineering Manager / Director (Remote Assignment)

    Engineering Manager / Director (Remote Assignment)

    AtkinsRéalisAl Khobar, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia
    Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-leading professional services and project management company dedicated to engineering a better...أظهر المزيدآخر تحديث: 7 منذ أيام
    • عَرْضٌ مُرَوَّجٌ له
    Lead Process Engineer - Utilities

    Lead Process Engineer - Utilities

    NRL LimitedAl Khobar, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia
    NRL’s client, a leading joint venture formed to deliver world-class EPC services within Saudi Arabia’s energy sector, is currently seeking candidates to join their business on long term contracts.T...أظهر المزيدآخر تحديث: 7 منذ أيام
    • عَرْضٌ مُرَوَّجٌ له
    Chief of Digital Transformation & Software

    Chief of Digital Transformation & Software

    Electrical Industries CompanyDammam, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia
    Chief of Digital Transformation & Software.This executive will drive the adoption of.AI, IoT, and data analytics within our portfolio. The ideal candidate will have a.Oversee the partnership and dev...أظهر المزيدآخر تحديث: منذ أكثر من 30 يومًا
    • عَرْضٌ مُرَوَّجٌ له
    Principal Technical Consultant - Technology Workflows (Dammam-based)

    Principal Technical Consultant - Technology Workflows (Dammam-based)

    ServiceNowDammam, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia
    This role is based permanently in Dammam, Saudi Arabia.The Senior Technical Consultant for Technology Workflows is a technical lead responsible for guiding clients through the implementation of Ser...أظهر المزيدآخر تحديث: 24 منذ أيام
    • عَرْضٌ مُرَوَّجٌ له
    Lead Electrical Engineer

    Lead Electrical Engineer

    NRL LimitedAl Khobar, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia
    NRL’s client, a leading joint venture formed to deliver world-class EPC services within Saudi Arabia’s energy sector, is currently seeking candidates to join their business on long term contracts.T...أظهر المزيدآخر تحديث: 7 منذ أيام
    • عَرْضٌ مُرَوَّجٌ له
    Digital Solutions Lead (Middle East)

    Digital Solutions Lead (Middle East)

    WorleyAl Khobar, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia
    Digital Solutions Lead (Middle East).Digital Solutions Lead (Middle East).Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts. We partner with customers to de...أظهر المزيدآخر تحديث: منذ أكثر من 30 يومًا
    • عَرْضٌ مُرَوَّجٌ له
    Field Engineer III - Digital Solutions Services

    Field Engineer III - Digital Solutions Services

    WeatherfordDhahran, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia
    Field Engineer III- Digital Solutions Services.Weatherford Automation products and services.Depending on experience level, the role involves applying established engineering techniques and procedur...أظهر المزيدآخر تحديث: منذ يوم واحد
    • عَرْضٌ مُرَوَّجٌ له
    Lead Engineer

    Lead Engineer

    Aramco Overseas Company UK LtdDhahran, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia
    Aramco energizes the world economy.Aramco occupies a special position in the global energy industry.We are one of the world's largest producers of hydrocarbon energy and chemicals, with among the l...أظهر المزيدآخر تحديث: منذ يوم واحد
    • عَرْضٌ مُرَوَّجٌ له
    Turnaround Engineer

    Turnaround Engineer

    Aramco Overseas Company UK LtdDhahran, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia
    Aramco energizes the world economy.Aramco occupies a special position in the global energy industry.We are one of the world's largest producers of hydrocarbon energy and chemicals, with among the l...أظهر المزيدآخر تحديث: منذ أكثر من 30 يومًا
    • عَرْضٌ مُرَوَّجٌ له
    Digital and AI Solutions Specialist

    Digital and AI Solutions Specialist

    Aramco Overseas Company UK LtdDhahran, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia
    Aramco energizes the world economy.Aramco occupies a special position in the global energy industry.We are one of the world's largest producers of hydrocarbon energy and chemicals, with among the l...أظهر المزيدآخر تحديث: 2 منذ أيام
    • عَرْضٌ مُرَوَّجٌ له
    Digital Strategy and Performance Professional

    Digital Strategy and Performance Professional

    Aramco Overseas Company UK LtdDhahran, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia
    Aramco energizes the world economy.Aramco occupies a special position in the global energy industry.We are one of the world's largest producers of hydrocarbon energy and chemicals, with among the l...أظهر المزيدآخر تحديث: منذ أكثر من 30 يومًا
    • عَرْضٌ مُرَوَّجٌ له
    Project Engineer - Automation

    Project Engineer - Automation

    Energy Job SearchAl Khobar, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia
    At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner.Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we'll give you what you need to make it happen...أظهر المزيدآخر تحديث: 10 منذ أيام
    • عَرْضٌ مُرَوَّجٌ له
    Technology Consultant

    Technology Consultant

    Aramco Overseas Company UK LtdDhahran, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia
    Aramco energizes the world economy.Aramco occupies a special position in the global energy industry.We are one of the world's largest producers of hydrocarbon energy and chemicals, with among the l...أظهر المزيدآخر تحديث: منذ أكثر من 30 يومًا
    • عَرْضٌ مُرَوَّجٌ له
    Digital Operations Management Engineer

    Digital Operations Management Engineer

    Tecnicas ReunidasAl Khobar, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia
    Digital Operations Management Engineer.We are looking for an experienced engineer to lead the digital transformation of plant operations, safety and field management through digital solutions.The i...أظهر المزيدآخر تحديث: منذ أكثر من 30 يومًا
    • عَرْضٌ مُرَوَّجٌ له
    Engineers Jobs in Saudi Arabia (Nov 2025) - Bayt.com

    Engineers Jobs in Saudi Arabia (Nov 2025) - Bayt.com

    Saudi Petroleum Services PolytechnicDammam, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia
    Create a job alert for similar positions.Summary : Seeking an experienced Test Bay Engineer in Dammam, Saudi Arabia to conduct electrical tests on transformers and substations.Responsibilities inclu...أظهر المزيدآخر تحديث: 7 منذ أيام
    • عَرْضٌ مُرَوَّجٌ له
    Digital Business Continuity Specialist

    Digital Business Continuity Specialist

    Saudi Business MachinesDammam, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia
    Digital Business Continuity Specialist.Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or equivalent.Business Continuity and related aspects. Understanding of Business Continuity Management (BCM) princ...أظهر المزيدآخر تحديث: منذ أكثر من 30 يومًا