Project Engineer

Convergint Asia Pacific; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Convergint Asia Pacific is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to join the Central Technology Team. The role covers design, programming, troubleshooting and delivery of security and building automation projects across field and office environments.

You will analyze plans, prepare docs, program systems, and support integration and commissioning while providing high-quality customer support. A strong technical background, independence and travel readiness are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years' experience in security industry.
• Solid knowledge of electronic security, building automation and fire alarm systems.
• Advanced programming capability and problem-solving skills.
• Data Centre experience preferred.
• Strong networking/IT skills in security environments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD; BIM360/Revizto viewed favorably.

Responsibilities

• Analyse plans, specifications and contracts to determine project requirements and provide technical advice.
• Prepare and review shop drawings, wiring diagrams, technical documentation and submittals.
• Program systems, troubleshoot issues and implement effective solutions.
• Support system integration, upgrades, audits and database management.
• Assist with project delivery, commissioning and turnover activities.
• Provide technical support to Project Managers and sales teams.
• Serve as technical contact for customers and ensure satisfaction.
• Provide onsite technical assistance during installation and turnover.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and project requirements.
• Mentor and train junior engineers.

Skills

Security systems

Building automation

Programming

Networking

AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronics/Mechatronics/Electrical Engineering

Tools

BIM360

Revizto

Job description

Convergint is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to join our Central Technology Team. This is an exciting opportunity for a technically skilled professional with strong electronic security and building automation experience to take responsibility for the engineering, programming, troubleshooting and technical delivery of assigned projects.

Working across both field and office environments, you'll play an important role in ensuring projects are delivered to a high technical standard while providing outstanding support to our customers.

About the role

The Project Engineer is responsible for a broad range of project engineering activities, including project design and documentation, programming, troubleshooting, system integration and technical support.

You'll analyse plans, specifications and contracts to determine project requirements, support projects through design, planning, delivery and close-out, and work closely with Project Managers, Sales and other technical colleagues.

You'll also act as a key technical contact for customers, helping ensure the successful delivery and ongoing performance of security systems and integrations with Building Automation Systems.

Your responsibilities will include

• Project Engineering: Analyse plans, functional specifications and contracts to determine overall project requirements and provide technical advice throughout the project lifecycle.
• Design & Documentation: Prepare and review shop drawings, wiring diagrams, technical documentation and project submittals based on project plans and specifications.
• Programming & Troubleshooting: Prepare system databases and programming, troubleshoot technical issues and identify effective solutions.
• Systems Integration: Support custom systems integrations, system upgrades, audits, database management and the configuration of network systems and equipment.
• Project Delivery: Support project commencement, planning, delivery, installation, commissioning and turnover activities.
• Technical Support: Act as a technical resource for Project Managers and Sales teams, providing advice on appropriate products, systems and installation requirements.
• Customer Support: Serve as a technical point of contact for customers and help ensure a high level of customer satisfaction throughout project delivery.
• Onsite Support: Provide onsite technical assistance during installation, commencement and project turnover.
• Quality & Compliance: Ensure engineering work and project documentation meet established quality standards and project requirements.
• Mentoring & Training: Share technical knowledge and provide mentoring and training to less experienced engineering colleagues.

Overall, you'll play a key role in ensuring our security and building automation projects are technically sound, well documented and successfully delivered for our customers.

What we're looking for

• Experience: Ideally a minimum of five years' relevant experience within the security industry.
• Technical Knowledge: Solid knowledge of engineering principles and practices relating to electronic security systems, building automation systems and fire alarm systems.
• Programming & Troubleshooting: Advanced programming capability and a proven ability to diagnose technical problems and develop effective solutions.
• Data Centre Experience: Previous experience working in a Data Centre environment will be highly regarded.
• Networking & IT: Strong networking and IT skills, particularly within Security and Building Automation environments.
• Software Skills: Highly proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel, along with AutoCAD. Experience with BIM360 or Revizto viewing software is highly regarded.
• Project Management: Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Certifications: Product-specific certifications are preferred, with applicable industry and/or IT certifications required.
• Licences: A valid Australian Driver's Licence and Security Licence are required.
• Flexibility: Comfortable working across both field and office environments, with frequent jobsite visits and overnight travel required.

The role requires a combination of strong technical capability, customer focus, organisation and the ability to work independently across multiple projects.

Ready to take your career to the next level?

If you're an experienced Project Engineer with strong security systems expertise, advanced programming and troubleshooting skills, and a passion for delivering high-quality technical solutions, we want to hear from you!

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Please only apply if you are an Australian citizen or permanent resident.