ARCS Engineer - Solar PV

KSA Technical Recruitment Campaign 2026 Location: Saudi Arabia Function: Operations & Maintenance Solar PV Job Summary ACWA Operations is seeking experienced ARCS Engineers for upcoming opportunities across Solar PV plants in Saudi Arabia. The role is responsible for providing specialist engineering support for Automatic Robotic Cleaning Systems (ARCS), automation, and associated electrical and control equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of solar panel cleaning systems. Roles & Responsibilities • Plan and implement preventive and predictive maintenance activities for robotic cleaning systems and associated automation equipment. • Troubleshoot and maintain robotic cleaning equipment, motors, drives, sensors, control panels, and electrical systems. • Diagnose faults in PLC-based controls, control circuits, and industrial communication systems. • Conduct root-cause analysis of electrical, automation, and robotics failures and implement reliability improvements. • Support testing, commissioning, and functional verification of new or modified robotic cleaning equipment. • Coordinate technical issues, warranty claims, and maintenance interventions with OEMs and specialist suppliers. • Maintain technical documentation, equipment configurations, maintenance records, and fault reports while providing technical guidance to maintenance technicians. • Ensure compliance with HSSE requirements, permit-to-work procedures, equipment isolation, and lockout/tagout (LOTO) standards. Job Specifications Minimum Education • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline. Minimum Experience • Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in electrical maintenance, automation, robotics, or industrial control systems. • Experience with Automatic Robotic Cleaning Systems (ARCS) is preferred. Required Skills • Strong technical knowledge of electrical systems, automation, robotics, and industrial control equipment. • Experience troubleshooting PLCs, motors, drives, sensors, and industrial communication systems. • Ability to interpret electrical schematics, control logic, and technical manuals. • Knowledge of preventive/predictive maintenance, condition monitoring, and root-cause analysis. • Experience in equipment testing, commissioning, and reliability improvement. • Familiarity with CMMS, technical reporting, and OEM coordination. • Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills. Work Conditions • Plant-based position at Solar PV facilities in Saudi Arabia. Join Our KSA Technical Recruitment Campaign! We welcome experienced ARCS Engineers interested in upcoming opportunities across Saudi Arabia. Apply by 26 November 2026 to be considered for the December recruitment campaigns. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by our Talent Acquisition team with further information about the recruitment process. Applications will be reviewed against relevant recruitment requirements. Registration does not guarantee an invitation, interview, or employment offer. Minimum Education • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline. Minimum Experience • Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in electrical maintenance, automation, robotics, or industrial control systems. • Experience with Automatic Robotic Cleaning Systems (ARCS) is preferred. Required Skills • Strong technical knowledge of electrical systems, automation, robotics, and industrial control equipment. • Experience troubleshooting PLCs, motors, drives, sensors, and industrial communication systems. • Ability to interpret electrical schematics, control logic, and technical manuals. • Knowledge of preventive/predictive maintenance, condition monitoring, and root-cause analysis. • Experience in equipment testing, commissioning, and reliability improvement. • Familiarity with CMMS, technical reporting, and OEM coordination. • Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.