JUNIOR COMMISSIONING ENGINEER ELV/FLS - DATA CENTER

Duncan & Ross; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Duncan & Ross is seeking a Junior Commissioning Engineer (ELV/FLS) to support the commissioning of a 200MW data center project in Abu Dhabi. You will assist with ELV and FLS testing, integration with BMS, and documentation of test records per life-safety codes.

Typical responsibilities include developing test scripts, verifying interfaces, reviewing submittals, and coordinating with contractors to track deficiencies and closeouts. Certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Electrical, Fire Protection Engineering, or related field.
• 1–3 years in ELV or fire life safety systems, preferably data centers.
• Familiarity with NFPA standards and life safety concepts.

Responsibilities

• Support commissioning of ELV systems (access control, CCTV, BMS interfaces).
• Support commissioning of FLS systems (fire alarm, gas suppression, dampers).
• Develop and execute test scripts for device-level and integrated testing.
• Verify interfaces with AHJ and coordinate closeout with contractors.
• Maintain accurate test records, checklists, and commissioning reports.
• Review submittals and matrices for design/code compliance.

Skills

ELV systems knowledge

Fire life safety understanding

Cause-and-effect testing

Education

Electrical or Fire Protection Eng Diploma

Job description

About the job JUNIOR COMMISSIONING ENGINEER ELV/FLS - DATA CENTER

We are seeking a Junior Commissioning Engineer (ELV/FLS) to support the commissioning of a 200MW data center project. This role covers Extra Low Voltage (ELV) systems and Fire Life Safety (FLS) systems, ensuring they are installed, integrated, and functioning per design intent and life safety code requirements.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support commissioning of ELV systems including access control, CCTV, security systems, structured cabling, and building management/monitoring interfaces.
• Support commissioning of FLS systems including fire alarm, smoke detection, gas suppression (e.g., FM-200/Novec), sprinkler interlocks, and fire dampers.
• Assist with development and execution of test scripts covering device-level testing, cause-and-effect (C&E) matrix verification, and integrated systems testing.
• Verify fire alarm and suppression system interfaces with BMS, electrical shutdown sequences, and mechanical dampers/AHU shutdowns.
• Track deficiencies and coordinate closeout with ELV/FLS contractors and vendors.
• Review submittals, cause-and-effect matrices, and system narratives for compliance with design and code requirements.
• Maintain accurate test records, checklists, and commissioning reports.
• Liaise with Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) documentation requirements where applicable.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

• Degree or diploma in Electrical, Fire Protection Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• 1–3 years of experience in ELV and/or fire life safety systems, ideally within data centers or mission-critical facilities.
• Understanding of fire alarm/suppression system operation and cause-and-effect testing methodology.
• Familiarity with relevant codes and standards (e.g., NFPA 72, NFPA 2001, local fire codes).
• Experience with gas suppression system commissioning (e.g., clean agent systems) (Preferred)
• Exposure to integrated security/access control platforms (Preferred)
• Relevant certifications (e.g., NICET, CCP, or working toward chartership) (Preferred)

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