Specialist Technician

Location:King Abdullah Economic City, SA

Division: BENTELER Automotive

Functional Area: Maintenance

Career Level: Professional

Contract Type: Permanent/Full-time

Weekly Working Hours: 40.00

Required Languages: English

Requisition ID: 45037

At BENTELER, we make it possible. From promoting individual talents to international career prospects, or from generous opportunities for designing your career to personal development opportunities—at BENTELER, we always have answers to your questions about the future, based entirely on your personal needs. Diverse options that makes sure you can be anything and everything. Or, as we like to put it: BENTELER makes it happen

About the Role

We are not just launching a new plant — we are shaping the future of automotive manufacturing in Saudi Arabia. As a greenfield investment by a leading German Tier 1 supplier, our new site in KAEC represents a bold step in global expansion and innovation.

As a Specialist Technician, you will bring your expertise in automation, PLC programming, and robotics to support the optimization and reliability of our production equipment. This is a unique opportunity to apply your technical skills in an international environment, contributing to innovation, continuous improvement, and the long-term success of our operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Act in your field of expertise, supporting maintenance in areas such as PLC programming, robotics, and automation.
• Optimize existing equipment and stay updated on new technical developments and innovations.
• Take ownership of PLC programming, production-related IT interfaces, and troubleshooting.
• Support the setup and launch of new equipment and projects.
• Lead maintenance-related improvement actions in collaboration with other departments.
• Improve and standardize maintenance procedures and practices.
• Ensure appropriate maintenance standards and contribute to expert networks with new insights.
• Support the Develop & Launch process with respect to maintenance activities from a plant perspective.
• Contribute to operative maintenance tasks requiring specialized expertise.
• Support innovative initiatives (e.g., 3D printing, Industry 4.0 projects).
• Train and develop maintenance personnel in your area of expertise.

Qualifications & Skills

• Technical Expertise:

• Proficiency in PLC programming and automation technologies.

• Strong understanding of traceability and material properties.
• Knowledge of electrical engineering and machine guidelines.
• Experience with CE identification and compliance requirements.

• Good command of MS Office tools.

• Additional Expertise:

• Product know-how in automotive manufacturing.

• Experience with gauges, welding, tightening, laser cutting, and press technologies.
• Familiarity with poka-yoke/error-proofing systems.
• Knowledge of hot stamping, oven, tooling, and leak testing technologies.
• Understanding of surface treatment basics and mechanical engineering concepts.
• Ability to work with automation technologies and traceability systems.
• Local language skills are an advantage.

• Assembly and JIS

• Soft Skills:

• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking abilities.

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills in multicultural environments.
• Ability to train, mentor, and develop colleagues in technical fields.
• Proactive, hands-on approach to continuous improvement.

What We Offer

• A unique opportunity to be part of the foundation of a pioneering greenfield operation.
• A dynamic, international work environment with significant growth potential.
• Opportunities to work on cutting-edge technologies such as Industry 4.0 and advanced automation.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• International exposure through collaboration with global teams