ELECTRONICS ENGINEER

Role Overview

Electronics Engineer at NMDC Group, responsible for installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, calibration, and repair of electronic, instrumentation, navigation, and communication systems to ensure reliable fleet performance, regulatory compliance, and minimal operational downtime.

Role Purpose

Support the electronics workshop and fleet operations within the Technical Fleet Management E&A Division by performing hands-on technical activities related to electronic systems, marine instrumentation, navigation, communication equipment, and control systems onboard vessels and in workshops. Ensure installation, testing, calibration, commissioning, troubleshooting, preventive and corrective maintenance, and repair of electronic and instrumentation systems to maintain operational reliability and continuous fleet availability.

Key Responsibilities

Installation & Commissioning

• Perform installation of electronic and instrumentation systems, including communication systems, sensors, transducers, control equipment, and marine electronic devices.
• Assist in installation, testing, and commissioning of new electronic and instrumentation systems onboard vessels and in workshops.

Maintenance & Repair

• Perform preventive maintenance and repair of electronic and instrumentation systems to ensure optimal availability and reliability of equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve faults in electronic circuits, components, control systems, and PCB assemblies to ensure uninterrupted dredging and support craft operations.
• Support preventive maintenance planning and execution to minimize operational downtime.

Testing & Calibration

• Conduct calibration, functional testing, and performance verification of instrumentation, navigation, and communication systems to ensure operational accuracy and compliance.
• Perform troubleshooting of electronic and instrumentation systems to maintain uninterrupted operations.

Technical Collaboration

• Collaborate with Electrical, Automation, and Technical teams to resolve complex technical issues and support system upgrades and enhancements.
• Liaise with vendors, manufacturers, and service providers for technical support, repairs, and system upgrades when required.
• Provide technical guidance to Electronics Technicians and support knowledge sharing and skills development within the team.

Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure compliance with HSE and QA/QC standards and actively participate in hazard identification and risk assessments.
• Coordinate with regulatory bodies such as FANR and TDRA for certifications, inspections, and compliance related to marine communication systems and instrumentation when applicable.
• Prepare and maintain accurate technical reports, maintenance logs, calibration records, and system performance documentation for management review.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements, including FANR and TDRA standards.

Procurement & Inventory

• Support spare parts identification, technical specification preparation, and procurement processes for electronic and instrumentation components.
• Monitor spare parts inventory and report requirements to ensure availability of critical components.

Continuous Improvement

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance system reliability, maintenance efficiency, and operational performance.
• Perform any other duties as assigned in line with operational requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Electronics/Instrumentation Engineering, or equivalent qualification.
• 5–7 years of relevant experience in marine, dredging, or heavy-industrial environments preferred.
• Strong knowledge of electronics systems, instrumentation, control circuits, PCB-level troubleshooting, and marine navigation/communication systems.
• Experience with PLC systems and marine electronic equipment is an advantage.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as FANR and TDRA is preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with attention to detail and safety compliance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and Oracle.
• Ability to work in multicultural environments and manage tasks independently.
• Effective communication in English; Arabic is an advantage.