Project Engineer

Arbete; Dubai; On-site; AED 201,000 - 335,000; Full time

Job summary

Arbete in Dubai seeks a Project Engineer for the Smart Home & Building Automation sector. You will review specifications, design automation and BMS for lighting, HVAC, shading, and ELV systems, coordinating with contractors and internal teams.

The role requires 3–6 years hands-on experience, an engineering degree, and knowledge of KNX, BACnet, Modbus, and related tools. Immediate joiners preferred; UAE driving license is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Mechatronics, Automation, or related field.
• 2-5 years of hands-on experience in home automation, lighting control systems, BMS and ELV systems.
• Certifications in KNX, DALI, or BMS platforms are strong advantages.
• Experience with MEP drawings, BOQ estimation, and technical submittals.

Responsibilities

• Review project specifications and MEP drawings to design automation and BMS solutions for lighting, HVAC, shading, and other systems.
• Prepare technical submittals, compliance statements, and documentation for consultant/client approval.
• Support product selection based on project requirements, compatibility, availability, and budget constraints.
• Assist in cost estimation and BOQ preparation during pre-sales or tendering phase.
• Develop detailed control schematics, device addressing plans, cable schedules, and panel layouts.
• Program and configure KNX devices, wireless sensors/actuators, and BMS controllers with necessary logic and functions & ELV systems.
• Coordinate with contractors, consultants, and internal teams for system integration and implementation.
• Supervise site execution, ensuring correct cabling, device installation, and adherence to control drawings.
• Conduct pre-commissioning and functional testing of automation systems, including BACnet, Modbus, DALI interfaces.
• Carry out final testing, commissioning, and handover, documentation, training, and system backups.

Skills

Automation Systems

Home Automation

ELV Systems

KNX

DALI

BACnet

Modbus

ZigBee

Z-Wave

Siemens

Schneider Electric

ABB

Honeywell

ETS KNX

AutoCAD

MS Office

BMS Software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Mechatronics, Automation, or related field

Tools

ETS KNX

DALI tools

BMS software suites

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

About the job Project Engineer

One of our esteemed clients in the Smart Home & Building Automation industry is currently seeking a skilled and driven Project Engineer to join their dynamic team in Dubai, UAE. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals with hands-on experience in automation, BMS, and ELV systems who are looking to advance their careers in a fast-growing and innovative sector.

Location: Dubai,UAE

Years of Experience: 3- 6 Years

Employment type: Full time

Education: Engineering degreeor equivalent

Notice Period: Immediate joiners or a maximum one-month notice period.

Job Description

• Review project specifications and MEP drawings to design automation and BMSsolutions for lighting, HVAC, shading, and other systems.


• Prepare technical material submittals, compliance statements, and documentationfor consultant/client approval.


• Support product selection based on project requirements, compatibility, availability, and budget constraints.


• Assist in cost estimation and BOQ preparation during the pre-sales or tenderingphase.


• Develop detailed control schematics, device addressing plans, cable schedules,and panel layouts.


• Program and configure KNX devices, wireless (e.g., sensors, actuators, keypads)and BMS controllers with necessary logic and functions & ELV System(CCTV, WAP,BGM, ACS, Door Intercom, Etc,)


• Coordinate with contractors, consultants, and internal teams for system integrationand implementation.


• Supervise site execution, ensuring correct cabling, device installation, andadherence to control drawings.


• Conduct pre-commissioning and functional testing of automation systems,including third-party system interfaces (BACnet, Modbus, DALI).


• Carry out final testing, commissioning, and handover, documentation, training, andsystem backups.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Mechatronics, Automation,or a related field.


• Minimum 2-5 years of hands-on experience in home automation, lighting controlsystems, guest room management systems, building management systems (BMS)and ELV systems.


• Practical knowledge and certifications in KNX, DALI, BACnet, Modbus, ZigBee, Z-Wave, or platforms like Siemens, Schneider, ABB, Honeywell, etc. are a strongadvantage.


• Experience in material selection, BOQ preparation, estimation, and technicalsubmittal documentation.


• Ability to review and work from MEP drawings, wiring diagrams, and controlschematics.


• Skilled in system programming, device configuration, testing, pre-commissioning,and final commissioning.


• Strong understanding of low-voltage systems and third-party integration viaBACnet/Modbus protocols.


• Good command of tools like ETS (for KNX), DALI tools, BMS software suites,AutoCAD, and MS Office.


• Certifications in KNX, DALI, or BMS platforms, ELV (e.g., Siemens, ABB, Schneider,Honeywell, etc.) are a strong plus.


• Excellent technical troubleshooting, documentation, and coordination skills.


• Valid UAE drivers license.

Note: We thank all applicants for their interest however, only those candidates who are shortlisted will be contacted