Project Engineer - Security Systems

About the role

Johnson Controls is looking for a Project Engineer for its security systems business in Dubai. The role supports the delivery of physical security projects across the Middle East, focusing on quality, coordination and customer satisfaction. The engineer joins a growing team and works alongside the project management team.

Key responsibilities

• Support the project management team in designing and executing security systems projects, including access control, CCTV, intercom and network solutions.
• Contribute to pre-sales and estimation by defining technical scope and cost-effective solutions.
• Prepare, schedule, coordinate and monitor assigned engineering projects from design through delivery.
• Carry out site surveys for the assigned territory and support installation planning.
• Coordinate with subcontractors on installation works and follow up on progress and quality.
• Monitor compliance with codes, QA/QC policies, performance standards and project specifications.
• Work with clients to understand requirements and represent the project team in the field.
• Prepare project documentation and official communications for clients and vendors.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering or a similar discipline.
• At least 5 years of project engineering experience in low-voltage physical security systems in the UAE.
• Fluent in English and Arabic.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of access control, CCTV, intercom, network and associated peripherals.
• Solid understanding of project costing, planning, execution and subcontractor coordination.
• Interpersonal, negotiation, team management and influencing skills.
• Analytical thinking and ability to produce clear professional documents.
• Understanding of contractual documents and client/vendor correspondence.
• Exposure to gate barrier, intrusion, Data LAN or PAVA systems is an advantage.