Senior Field Service Engineer – System 800xA Safety
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Date posted
November 13, 2026
Hiring location
Doha
Career level
Senior
Qualification
Electrical Engineering or an equivalent discipline Engineering degree in Instrumentation functional safety certification such as TÜV FS Engineer or relevant ABB certification is preferred
Experience
8+ Years (including 5+ years on System 800xA safety systems)
Quantity
1 person
Gender
Any
Description
ABB is seeking a Senior Field Service Engineer with strong experience in System 800xA Safety to support customer installations in Doha, Qatar. The position contributes to complex service assignments within the Process Automation Energy Industries business. The engineer will work with customers to maintain and improve integrated control and safety systems, diagnose technical issues and help improve the reliability and operating performance of installed equipment. The role combines hands-on engineering, site coordination, customer support and technical guidance for other engineers and technicians.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out medium- and high-complexity service tasks in line with approved work instructions and engineering guidelines.
- Diagnose system faults remotely or at customer sites and perform analysis on the products and service categories for which the engineer is qualified.
- Plan and prepare site activities for wider project teams and coordinate subcontractors during execution.
- Deliver service work according to customer orders, agreed timelines and quality expectations.
- Communicate progress and service expectations clearly to support customer retention and satisfaction.
- Identify installed-base improvement opportunities, support service growth and coach technicians and engineers during complex site activities.
Requirements and Qualifications
- At least eight years of relevant experience, including five or more years in customer support, project or service engineering for System 800xA-based safety systems.
- Experience in oil and gas, power or water environments is preferred.
- Graduate engineering qualification in instrumentation, electrical engineering or an equivalent discipline.
- Functional safety certification, such as TÜV FS Engineer or relevant ABB certification, is preferred.
Technical Skills and Employment Details
Applicants should have practical knowledge of System 800xA integrated control and safety hardware and software, including AC800MHI library-based application development, project execution and commissioning. Familiarity with functional safety management systems, IEC 61511, IEC 61508, industrial networking and network switch configuration is important. This is a full-time, on-site position in Doha, Qatar, and requires the ability to work safely at customer locations, supervise field activities and communicate effectively with project stakeholders.
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