Senior Service Engineer – Gas Detection Systems

Gas Detectors UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Gas Detectors UAE is seeking a Senior Service Engineer specializing in fixed and portable gas detection systems and sensors. The role focuses on installation, commissioning, calibration, and troubleshooting across UAE sites, ensuring operational readiness and regulatory compliance.

You will lead site surveys, perform PMs, generate service reports, and provide training and technical support to clients and junior technicians.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years experience as a Service Engineer with multi-brand gas detection systems.
• Expert knowledge of gas detection principles and sensor technologies.
• Experience reading P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and loop drawings.
• Valid UAE driving license and excellent English communication.

Responsibilities

• Install and commission fixed and portable gas detection systems.
• Perform calibration, bump testing, and maintenance.
• Provide technical support and training to clients.
• Ensure compliance with QMS and UAE regulations.
• Manage service reports, inventory, and calibration gas usage.

Skills

Gas detection principles

Sensor technologies

Reading drawings

Wiring diagrams

Industrial protocols

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation

Tools

Crowcon

Honeywell

Dräger

MSA

Riken Keiki

Job description

Senior Service Engineer – Gas Detection Systems

Experience: 5+ Years

Type: Full-Time

About Gas Detectors UAE

Gas Detectors UAE is a trusted market leader in providing comprehensive gas detection solutions, including supply, installation, commissioning, and maintenance services across the industrial, commercial, and marine sectors of the United Arab Emirates. We are committed to protecting lives and assets by delivering high-quality, reliable, and compliant safety technology.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented Senior Service Engineer specializing in fixed and portable gas detection systems and sensors. The ideal candidate will have over five years of hands‑on experience in the installation, commissioning, calibration, and troubleshooting of a wide range of gas detection technologies. This role is critical to maintaining the operational readiness and compliance of our clients’ safety systems across the UAE.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and execute the complete installation and commissioning of fixed gas detection systems (including control panels, transmitters, and sensors) in accordance with manufacturer specifications and local safety regulations (e.g., ADNOC, EN, IEC standards).
• Perform site surveys and pre-installation checks to ensure compatibility and optimal system placement.
• Maintenance & Calibration:
  • Conduct routine preventive maintenance (PM) and perform advanced troubleshooting and repair (CM) of all types of gas detectors (flammable, toxic, and oxygen).
  • Perform precise calibration and bump testing using certified calibration gases and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
  • Generate and maintain detailed service reports, calibration certificates, and maintenance logs.
• Technical Support & Training:
  • Provide expert technical support and guidance to junior technicians and clients.
  • Conduct formal training sessions for client personnel on the proper use, maintenance, and daily checks of their installed gas detection equipment.
• Documentation & Compliance:
  • Ensure all work is performed in full compliance with the company’s Quality Management System (QMS), safety protocols, and UAE regulatory requirements.
  • Manage service inventory, spare parts, and calibration gas consumption efficiently.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, or a related engineering field.
• Experience: A minimum of 5 years of dedicated experience as a Service Engineer working specifically with multi‑brand fixed and portable gas detection systems and sensors (e.g., Crowcon, Honeywell, Dräger, MSA, Riken Keiki, etc.).
• Technical Skills:
  • Expert‑level knowledge of gas detection principles, sensor technologies (Catalytic Bead, Electrochemical, Infrared, PID), and sampling systems.
  • Proven ability to read and interpret technical drawings, P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and loop drawings.
  • Proficiency in configuring and calibrating various field instruments and communication protocols (e.g., 4-20mA, HART, Modbus).
• Other Requirements:
  • Must possess a valid UAE Driving License.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
  • Strong problem‑solving abilities and a methodical approach to troubleshooting.
  • Experience working in industrial environments (Oil & Gas, Marine, Manufacturing, HVAC) in the UAE is highly desirable.

What We Offer

• A competitive tax‑free salary package and benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced factory training from leading manufacturers.
• A challenging and rewarding role in a safety‑critical industry.