Airport Systems Engineer

Artelia; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Artelia in Dubai seeks a Senior Special Airport Systems Engineer to lead planning, design and integration of PCA, 400 Hz GPU, VDGS and PBB systems across major airport projects. You will coordinate across civil, structural, electrical and operations teams, ensuring ICAO/IATA standards and energy-efficient, safe solutions.

Proficiency in AutoCAD and BIM tools, plus AI-assisted workflows, is highly valued for delivering robust, maintainable systems on time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Systems Engineering or related discipline.
• 12+ years of experience in airport special systems and aircraft stand equipment.
• Experience delivering PCA, 400 Hz GPU, VDGS and PBB systems on major airport developments.
• Knowledge of ICAO, IATA, EN, SAE and ISO standards for airport systems.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office; BIM/3D tools advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, and specification of airport stand equipment and fixed ground service systems.
• Develop system layouts, calculations, technical reports, specifications and tender docs.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary interfaces with civil, structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical and operations teams.
• Ensure compliance with ICAO, IATA, airport standards and industry best practices.
• Support procurement, testing, commissioning and handover activities.
• Drive innovation through digital engineering, BIM coordination and AI-assisted workflows.
• Manage technical quality, design risks, stakeholder coordination and programme commitments.

Skills

Project leadership

Systems engineering

Airport operations knowledge

BIM coordination

AI-assisted workflows

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Systems Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Revit

Navisworks

AviPLAN

AutoTURN

Job description

WHY ARTELIA?

Join Artelia, an international engineering, consulting and project management group delivering complex and sustainable projects across infrastructure, buildings, mobility, water and energy.

In the Middle East, you’ll join a multicultural and growing environment where you can take ownership and make a visible impact.

THE ROLE

Special Airport Systems Engineer is responsible for leading and supporting the planning, design, specification, procurement support, integration, testing and handover of aircraft stand equipment and associated airport systems. The role covers Pre-Conditioned Air (PCA), 400 Hz Ground Power Units (GPU), Visual Docking Guidance Systems (VDGS), Passenger Boarding Bridges (PBB) and their interfaces with stand planning, terminal buildings, utilities, ICT, controls and airport operations. The job holder will provide technically robust, safe, maintainable and energy-efficient solutions throughout the project lifecycle, while applying quality procedures, systems-engineering principles and responsible AI-assisted workflows.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, and specification of airport stand equipment and fixed ground service systems.
• Develop system layouts, calculations, technical reports, specifications, and tender documentation.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary interfaces with civil, structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical, and operational teams.
• Ensure compliance with ICAO, IATA, airport standards, and industry best practices.
• Support technical evaluations, supplier engagement, procurement activities, testing, commissioning, and handover.
• Drive innovation through digital engineering, BIM coordination, simulation tools, and AI-assisted engineering workflows.
• Contribute to project delivery by managing technical quality, design risks, stakeholder coordination, and programme commitments.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Systems Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 12+ years of experience, including significant exposure to airport special systems and aircraft stand equipment.
• Proven experience delivering PCA, 400Hz GPU, VDGS, and PBB systems on major airport developments.
• Strong knowledge of airport operations, aircraft stand planning, and multidisciplinary engineering coordination.
• Experience in technical specifications, tender evaluations, supplier management, testing, and commissioning.
• Familiarity with ICAO, IATA, EN, SAE, and ISO standards relevant to airport systems.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office; Revit, Navisworks, AviPLAN, or AutoTURN experience is an advantage.