Senior ELV/ICT Engineer

Mott MacDonald; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 167,000 - 301,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Competitive benefits

Annual leave

Professional development

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

Mott MacDonald in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Senior ELV/ICT Engineer to join Building Services. You will design ICT, ELV and Security systems, develop integrated, future-ready solutions, and work with multidisciplinary teams across concept to detailed design and tender stage. The role involves site meetings, design coordination, and producing technical reports.

You will apply BIM tools, ensure codes compliance, and support continuous improvement while embodying our inclusive culture.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical/Electronics/Telecommunications Engineering from an accredited university.
• Experience in design and delivery of ICT/ELV and Security systems for buildings.
• Knowledge of structured cabling, active networks, IPTV, IP telephony and wireless access points.
• Experience with security systems including video surveillance, access control and intercom.
• Knowledge of Building Management Systems and smart building technologies.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to prepare reports and presentations.
• Ability to collaborate within multidisciplinary, diverse project teams.

Responsibilities

• Carry out conceptual studies for ICT, ELV and Security systems and space needs.
• Develop ICT/ELV designs from concept to tender stage documentation.
• Prepare technical reports, design specs and engineering documentation.
• Ensure designs comply with local/international codes and client requirements.
• Coordinate with architecture, MEP, structural and other teams for integrated designs.
• Support client/site meetings and resolve design/coordination issues.
• Utilise BIM and digital tools to support delivery and coordination.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.

Skills

ICT/ELV design

Security system design

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical reporting

Verbal/written communication

Education

BEng/BSc/BE in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering or Telecommunications Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Revit

BIM workflows

Ekahau

EASE

JVSG

Job description

Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy committed to delivering impactful work that shapes the future.

We are a team of over 20,000 experts working across the world in more than 50 countries.
We are proud to be part of an ever-changing global industry, delivering transformative work that’s defining our future. It’s our people who power that performance. As an employee-owned business, we invest in creating a space for everyone to feel safe and valued and empowered with the right tools and support.

Whether you want to pursue excellence in your specialism or broaden your experience with flexible roles across our business, you’ll be connected to a community of global experts championing you to be your best. Join us and shape your story with Mott MacDonald, where everyone has the opportunity to be brilliant.

About the Role

We are looking for a Senior ELV/ICT Engineer to join our Building Services team in Abu Dhabi. In this role, you will contribute to the design and delivery of innovative ICT, ELV and Security solutions across a diverse portfolio of building projects. Working alongside multidisciplinary teams, you will help develop integrated, efficient and future-ready systems that support our clients' operational and business objectives.

You will be involved throughout the project lifecycle, from concept development through to detailed design and tender documentation. This role offers the opportunity to work with technical specialists across the business while contributing to projects that deliver lasting value for communities and clients across the region.

Key responsibilities and duties are listed, but not limited to, the below:

• Carry out conceptual studies for ICT, ELV and Security systems, including space and infrastructure requirements.

• Develop ICT, ELV and Security system designs from concept through to detailed design and tender stage documentation.

• Prepare technical reports, design specifications and engineering documentation for building systems.

• Ensure designs comply with applicable local and international codes, standards and client requirements.

• Coordinate with architecture, MEP, structural, utilities and specialist teams to achieve fully integrated designs.

• Participate in Client and site meetings and provide technical support to resolve design and coordination issues during project delivery.

• Identify cost-effective engineering solutions while maintaining performance, quality and compliance standards.

• Support the preparation of design calculations, drawings, engineer's estimates, tender documentation and acceptance records.

• Utilise BIM and other digital engineering tools to support project delivery and coordination.

• Support continuous improvement and digital ways of working, sharing knowledge and lessons learned.

• Demonstrate safe, ethical and inclusive behaviours aligned to Mott MacDonald values.

Candidate Specification:

• Degree (BEng/BSc/BE) in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering or a related discipline from an accredited university

• Experience in the design and delivery of ICT, ELV and Security systems within building projects.

• Knowledge of structured cabling, active networks, IPTV, IP telephony and wireless access point systems

• Experience with security systems including video surveillance, access control, intercom and two-way radio/TETRA systems.

• Knowledge of Building Management Systems, PAVA, audio-visual and smart building technologies.

• Familiarity with relevant local and international design standards and codes.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare technical reports and presentations.

• Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary and culturally diverse project teams.

Desirable:

• Membership of, or progress towards membership of, a recognised professional institution.

• Experience using Autodesk Revit and BIM workflows.

• Experience using Ekahau (WAP simulations), EASE (Electroacoustic simulations) and JVSG (CCTV simulations).

• Experience delivering complex building projects within the Middle East region.

• Exposure to digital engineering platforms and collaborative design environments.

Your benefits and rewards

Our benefits vary by country and are subject to eligibility and local policy:

• Rewards and bonuses: we are owned by our people (no external investors) and through our employee ownership model success is shared through annual bonus opportunities and longer-term participation as your career grows (subject to local plan, eligibility and business performance)
• Medical insurance and life insurance as per local plan (standard and enhanced coverage may vary by country and policy).
• Annual leave in line with local policy (competitive within the market).
• Maternity leave above and beyond local provisions and paternity leave provisions where applicable
• Professional membership/ institution subscription support
• Learning and career development through project variety, technical networks and structured development opportunities.
• An inclusive culture: we’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.