Project Engineer – Electrical (AGL/Airside) | Trivandrum, Mangalore & Ahmedabad

AECOM; Thiruvananthapuram; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Project Engineer (Electrical / AGL - Airside) to lead supervision of installation, testing and handover of airfield lighting and electrical works at a major airport project. The role collaborates with contractors, consultants and airport operations to ensure compliance with ICAO/FAA standards and project schedules.

The successful candidate will review drawings, manage interfaces with civil works and utilities, and ensure safety and quality through testing and commissioning in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 5–10 years in electrical construction, project engineering, or infra development.
• 5+ years in airport/aviation projects with AGL or airside electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Review GFC drawings and technical submissions for constructability issues.
• Ensure work-front availability and progress against targets.
• Supervise installation and commissioning of AGL systems (runways, taxiways, aprons).
• Monitor progress, identify delays, and coordinate with contractors and stakeholders.
• Manage interfaces between AGL, pavements, utilities, and airport systems.
• Conduct site inspections, testing, commissioning, and handover activities.

Skills

AGL Systems

Airside Electrical

Progress Monitoring

Quality Assurance

Safety Compliance

Interface Management

AutoCAD

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

MS Office

Job description

Company Description

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Job Description

Position Overview

The Project Engineer (Electrical / AGL - Airside) shall report to the Package Manager - Airside and be responsible for ensuring work-front availability, achieving agreed construction progress targets, identifying and escalating delays, constraints, resource shortages, and interface-related bottlenecks, and supporting timely delivery of Airfield Ground Lighting (AGL) and associated airside electrical works. The role involves progress monitoring, construction supervision, quality assurance, testing, commissioning, and handover of AGL systems, airfield electrical infrastructure, signage, control systems, and associated facilities.

The Project Engineer shall review GFC drawings and identify site-related discrepancies, review technical submissions, monitor construction progress and quality, coordinate with contractors, consultants, airport operations teams, and stakeholders, and ensure that all works are executed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, project schedules, safety requirements, airside operational constraints, and applicable aviation standards. The role shall also ensure seamless interfacing between AGL systems, pavements, civil works, utilities, drainage networks, airport systems, and operational airside areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Review GFC drawings, specifications, method statements, shop drawings, material submittals, and technical submissions, and identify constructability issues and site-related discrepancies.
• Ensure work-front availability and support achievement of agreed construction progress targets.
• Supervise installation and commissioning of AGL systems, including runway, taxiway and apron lighting, CCRs, isolation transformers, series circuits, duct banks, pits, cabling, airfield signage, and associated electrical infrastructure.
• Monitor construction progress and proactively identify, elevate, and resolve delays, constraints, resource shortages, and interface issues.
• Coordinate with contractors, consultants, airport stakeholders, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure smooth execution of AGL and airfield electrical works.
• Manage interfaces between AGL systems, airside pavements, drainage networks, utilities, airport systems, and operational airside facilities.
• Conduct site inspections, quality checks, compliance reviews, and verification of testing and commissioning activities.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, electrical, statutory, and airside operational requirements.
• Resolve site issues, technical queries, and design clarifications in coordination with relevant stakeholders.
• Prepare progress reports, inspection records, punch lists, and technical documentation.
• Monitor testing, commissioning, snagging, defect rectification, and handover activities.
• Verify as-built drawings, cable schedules, test reports, material records, O&M manuals, and handover documentation.
• Identify project risks and implement corrective and mitigation measures.
• Support the Package Manager in contractor management, technical reviews, progress monitoring, and project coordination.

Key Competencies

• Airfield Ground Lighting (AGL) Systems & Airside Electrical Infrastructure
• Runway, Taxiway & Apron Lighting Systems
• CCRs, Isolation Transformers, Series Circuits & Airfield Signage
• Review of GFC Drawings, Specifications & Technical Submittals
• Progress Monitoring & Work-Front Management
• Testing, Commissioning & Handover Management
• Quality Assurance & Compliance Monitoring
• Knowledge of ICAO, FAA, DGCA, IEC and Applicable Electrical Standards
• Interface Management with Civil Works, Utilities & Operational Airside Areas
• AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical and MS Office Applications
• Documentation, Reporting & Record Management
• Strong Communication, Coordination and Problem-Solving Skills
• Ability to work under demanding project schedules in a live airport environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized university.
• Overall 5-10 years of experience in electrical construction, project engineering, or infrastructure development.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in airport and aviation projects, including AGL and airside electrical systems, is essential.
• Experience in installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance of AGL systems and associated airfield electrical infrastructure.
• Experience working with PMC Consultants, EPC Contractors, Airport Operators, Consultants, or Client-side project teams.
• Experience in coordinating interfaces between AGL, civil pavements, utilities, airfield systems, and operational airport facilities.
• Knowledge of ICAO, FAA, DGCA, IEC, IS Standards, and applicable airport electrical requirements.

Additional Information

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well‑being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private‑sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting‑edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award‑winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ReqID: REF59583K

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Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: Europe & India

Career Area: Engineering

Work Location Model: On‑Site