Systems Engineer (Automation)

About SAESL A joint venture company between Rolls-Royce Plc and SIA Engineering Company. The company first started operations in 2001 and has since become a market leader for both engine overhaul and component repair services.

As a result of sustained business growth, SAESL has continued to expand its facilities and develop new capabilities for both its engine overhaul and component repair businesses. The Engine Overhaul business has the capability to service all products in the Trent engine family, this includes Trent 500, Trent 700, Trent 800, Trent 900, Trent 1000 and Trent XWB; SAESL is the only Trent engine MRO that can support all product variants. The Engine Overhaul business has the capacity to repair and overhaul over 300 Trent engines per year and it is equipped with a state-of-the-art Engine Test Facility that supports our best-in-class engine turnaround times.

Why Join SAESL

• Staff Benefits (Comprehensive Medical Coverage, Flexible Benefits, Company Transport)
• Training/Career Progression Opportunities
• Job Security

Job Summary The Factory Systems Engineer (Automation & AI) is responsible for developing, implementing, and supporting factory automation, digitalisation, and system integration solutions across manufacturing operations. This role combines manufacturing knowledge with software development expertise to drive productivity improvements, enhance operational efficiency, and support smart manufacturing initiatives through automation, AI, and Industrial IoT technologies

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and implement automation solutions, software applications, and workflow improvements to support manufacturing operations.
• Design and build integrations between Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), SAP/ERP platforms, equipment, and shopfloor systems.
• Develop software applications, scripts, and tools using Python, SQL, APIs, and related technologies.
• Create AI-enabled solutions to improve productivity, automate data processing, and support business decision-making.
• Support machine connectivity, data acquisition, and Industrial IoT initiatives across the manufacturing environment.
• Perform system testing, troubleshooting, deployment, maintenance, and lifecycle support of factory applications.
• Analyse business requirements and translate them into practical digitalisation and automation solutions.
• Ensure all systems and solutions comply with cybersecurity, access control, and governance standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process optimisation and technology adoption.

Qualification / Experience

• Diploma or Degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, Automation, or a related field.
• Experience in factory automation, manufacturing systems integration, software development, or industrial digitalisation projects.
• Proficiency in Python programming, SQL, APIs, and workflow automation.
• Experience integrating MES, SAP/ERP, equipment, and shopfloor systems.
• Understanding of Industrial IoT, machine connectivity, and data acquisition technologies.
• Familiarity with Visual Studio Code and modern software development practices.
• Experience with AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot and Anthropic Claude.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
• Experience in Smart Manufacturing, MES, SAP integration, Industrial IoT, or Aerospace MRO environments will be an advantage.