ELV Engineer

Job Requisition ID: 173785

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day

Overview Of The Role:

• The Sr. ELV Engineer is a pivotal role focused on the design, installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance of Extra Low Voltage systems to meet project specifications and client/operator requirements. The position requires extensive coordination with consultants, main contractors, and suppliers to deliver integrated ELV solutions within project timelines and budgetary constraints. Success in this role involves proactive management of quality, health, safety, environment, and asset management while fostering professional relationships to support ELV system integration.

What You Will Do:

Design and Planning

• Review and understand Project specs, IFC Drawings, and requirements to ELV systems.
• Prepare detailed ELV system design drawings, schematics, and layouts for systems such as CCTV, Access control, BMS, Fire Alarm, Public Address, SMATV/IPTV, PABX, Data & Wi-fi system, Structured Cabling, GRMS, and Parking Management system.
• Ensure designs comply with International standards (NFPA, BS, IEC, TIA/EIA, etc.) and local Authority regulations.

Coordination and Collaboration

• Establish relationships with Clients, Consultants, Vendors, Suppliers, and other professionals to expand networks.
• Participate in design coordination meetings with other systems of MEP and Architectural Teams.
• Prepare Material submittals, Technical Data sheets, and Shop drawings for Consultant/Operator review and approval in close coordination with them.

Installation and Supervision

• Supervise the installation, termination, T&C of all ELV systems at site, ensuring correct installation procedures are followed according to approved shop drawings and Manufacturer recommendations.
• Monitor Subcontractor performance to ensure work is executed safely, efficiently, and within Quality standards.
• Verify Cable routes, Conduits layouts, and system integration points are accurately implemented.

Testing and Troubleshooting

• Conduct system testing, programming, and commissioning in coordination with suppliers and Manufacturers.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during system integration.
• Prepare final T&C reports and documentation for Client handover.

Quality and Assurance

• Control the quality and technical correctness of the installation in accordance with the project quality assurance plan.
• Shall be accountable for determining, implementing, and continuous monitoring of QHSE and asset management system aspects in his activities and areas of work.
• Report all QHSE & asset management incidents immediately and take necessary precautions to avoid recurrence.

Operational Support

• Support Procurement by preparing Bill of Qty (BOQ) and material take-offs.
• Maintain accurate records of Drawings, Material submittals, RFI's, & As-Built documents.
• Assist in preparing O&M Manuals, training schedules, and system operation documents for Client handover.

Leadership and Management

• Allocate the workforce to areas of the site based on the program, nature of the works and the skills required.
• Set targets and monitor the productivity of the workforce at site.
• Arrange skills development and training for the foremen and site workforce.

Required Skills To Be Successful:

• Design and review skills for ELV systems such as Fire Alarm System, CCTV, Access Control, and others.
• Ability to prepare system design drawings, integration plans, and calculations.
• Proficient understanding of international standards and compliance requirements.
• Strong leadership and coordination skills to manage teams and liaise with external partners.

What Qualifies You For The Role:

• Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical/Electronics/Communication Engineering or equivalent.
• 7-12 years of experience in MEP.
• Proficient in soft skills such as MS Office, AutoCAD, ELV integration, and protocols (TCP/IP, Modbus, BACnet etc.).
• Preferred certifications include BICSI, KNX, or Manufacturer Certifications (Honeywell, Siemens, Bosch etc.).

About Al-Futtaim Engineering & Technologies
Al-Futtaim Engineering & Technologies offers customers complete engineering and systems integration solutions.

The Engineering arm operates in the UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Egypt providing a wide variety of products and services from air conditioning, scaffolding and access solutions, elevators and escalators, control and life safety, facilities management, building products, MEP, Energy Management, Technology Infrastructure and Digital Transformation.

The Technologies division provides complete business solutions to large, medium and small customers that include, contact centre solutions, business applications, business intelligence, data management, advanced analytics amongst others. The IT infrastructure portfolio comprises IP telephony, ELV systems, networking solutions, professional audio-visual solutions and managed services.

These solutions are further complemented by services that include project management, installation, testing, commissioning and after-sales maintenance contracts.