Commissioning Engineer – Smart Building Systems

About the role

We are looking for a skilled Commissioning Engineer to lead the commissioning, testing, troubleshooting and handover of Building Management Systems (BMS) for smart building projects. The role ensures installations operate efficiently and meet all project specifications, client requirements and industry standards.

Key responsibilities

• Perform commissioning, testing, functional verification and optimization of BMS hardware and software.
• Configure and commission controllers, field devices, sensors, actuators, panels, servers and workstations.
• Verify points, graphics, sequences, alarms, trends, schedules and control strategies against approved project documents.
• Conduct point‑to‑point, loop and performance tests, and integrate BMS with HVAC, fire alarm, energy management and electrical systems using protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, KNX or LonWorks.
• Coordinate with project managers, consultants, MEP contractors and site teams to ensure smooth commissioning activities.
• Execute Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) and client demonstrations, and prepare comprehensive commissioning reports and handover documentation.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation or related engineering discipline.
• 3–7 years of hands‑on experience in BMS commissioning, testing and troubleshooting.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, control sequences and building automation principles.
• Experience with UAE/GCC projects is preferred; valid UAE driving licence is an advantage.

Required skills

• Hands‑on experience with BMS platforms, controllers and field devices.
• Proficiency in communication protocols: BACnet, Modbus, KNX, LonWorks.
• Ability to read and interpret BMS drawings, control schematics and point lists.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills for hardware, software and communication issues.