UAE National – Programe Development Engineer

Job Description: UAE National – Programme Development Engineer

Are you an Emirati innovator ready to code the future of defense? HALCON, a subsidiary of the world-renowned EDGE Group, is seeking a high-caliber Programme Development Engineer (UAE National) to join our advanced robotics and weapons systems division in Abu Dhabi.

At HALCON, we don’t just follow industry trends; we set them. We are at the forefront of the global defense sector, designing and manufacturing next-generation guided systems and autonomous munitions. As a Programme Development Engineer, you will be the “digital architect” of our industrial systems, developing the high-performance software that brings our robotics and automation solutions to life. This is a unique opportunity for a talented Emirati engineer to contribute to the UAE’s sovereign industrial capabilities while working on some of the most sophisticated technologies in the world.

Your Technical & Software Mission

Robotics & PLC Programming

• Industrial Robot Command: Design and implement complex robot programs using industry-standard languages such as ABB RAPID, Universal Robot (UR), or KUKA.

• Logic & Interface Design: Create robust PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) and HMI (Human-Machine Interface) programs using top-tier platforms like Siemens, Allen Bradley, or Delta Electronics.

• Automation Mastery: Stay at the cutting edge of automation software for diverse applications, including high-precision welding, material handling, palletizing, and advanced Vision Systems.

Software Development & Integration

• Language Guidance: Provide technical leadership and guidance for application development in C, C++, Python, Java, JavaScript, or .NET.

• Circuit & Motion Control: Leverage your understanding of electrical circuits and Servo motors to ensure software logic aligns perfectly with physical motion and system hardware.

• Standardization: Maintain rigorous industrial standards for software development, ensuring all code is documented, secure, and ready for high-stakes defense environments.

Collaborative Innovation

• Stakeholder Engagement: Interact with various internal and external stakeholders to translate complex requirements into customized software solutions.

• Multidisciplinary Teamwork: Collaborate with mechanical, electronics, and systems engineers to deliver integrated products that meet the evolving challenges of the modern battlefield.

What You Bring to HALCON

• Identity: Must be a UAE National (Family Book holder).

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechatronics, Computer Science, or Electrical/Electronics Engineering, backed by relevant software certifications.

• Professional Experience: Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience developing software applications specifically for industrial robots and PLCs.

• Technical Intuition: A deep understanding of electrical circuits, motion components, and diverse industrial automation applications.

• Ideal Mindset: A proactive problem-solver with a passion for defense technology and a commitment to “Made in the UAE” excellence.

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