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About Aguas de Valencia International

Aguas de Valencia International is a global leader with over 130 years of experience in water cycle management, operating across Africa, the Middle East, and Latin America. The company is committed to sustainable development and addressing global water management challenges through teamwork and innovation.

The Role: Instrumentation & Control Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Instrumentation & Control Engineer (I&C Engineer) to join our team in Taif, Makkah, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role is critical for ensuring the safe, efficient, and continuous operation of our wastewater treatment plant. The I&C Engineer will support the operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of SCADA, PLC, HMI, and instrumentation systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage, maintain, and troubleshoot the plant's SCADA, PLC, HMI, instrumentation, and Data Historian systems.
• Develop, modify, and upgrade PLC logic and HMI applications for existing plant control systems.
• Manage and maintain SCADA systems, touch screens, PCs, and related control equipment.
• Review plant operations and verify the correct transmission of signals and data from instrumentation sensors.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance of SCADA, PLC, HMI, and instrumentation systems.
• Maintain control system documentation, configurations, and system backups.
• Troubleshoot PLC/HMI programming and control system issues.
• Prepare the annual critical spare parts requirements for instrumentation and control systems.
• Support continuous improvement, digital development, and optimization of plant control systems.
• Participate in monthly Instrumentation & Control (I&C) client meetings.
• Supervise assigned activities and coordinate with operators, colleagues, clients, and subcontractors.
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with QHSE requirements and company procedures.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 5 to 10 years of experience in the maintenance of wastewater treatment plants and pumping stations.
• Strong hands-on experience with SCADA, PLC, HMI, instrumentation, and industrial control systems.
• Demonstrated ability to manage SCADA and Controls projects within required timelines and budgets.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare technical reports and documentation.
• Strong planning, conceptual analysis, and organizational skills.
• Project management and supervision capabilities.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and deliver results effectively.

Additional Considerations

Candidates should have immediate availability. Previous experience working with international companies is preferred for this role.