Summary
AVAR is seeking a System Engineer – Monitoring and Control for an on-site role in Kuwait City. The role involves designing, configuring, commissioning, integrating and maintaining building management and control systems for HVAC, fire, security, lighting and power monitoring. The engineer will troubleshoot system and communications issues, develop control logic and interfaces, coordinate maintenance, and manage documentation and customer communication. Applicants need a relevant engineering degree with four years of experience or a diploma with eight years, plus a Honeywell or Niagara competency certificate.
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Role Overview
As a System Engineer – Monitoring and Control, you will play a critical role in overseeing and engineering advanced building automation and integrated control systems for modern facilities. As part of our team in Kuwait, you'll work in an ONSITE environment where deep technical knowledge and hands-on capability with systems and protocols are essential. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure efficient operation and scalability of building management platforms supporting fire, security, HVAC, and electrical systems.
General Responsibilities:
- Supervising maintenance of critical systems at all data centers, ensuring all systems are running efficiently and securely.
- Monitoring system performance, ensuring optimal functionality and proactively identifying areas for improvement.
- Ensuring that services are provided according to agreed-upon standards, contracts, and service level agreements (SLAs).
- Maintaining positive relationships with clients, ensuring their satisfaction with services provided, and addressing any concerns or issues.
- Ensuring services comply with regulatory requirements, while managing any risks associated with service deliver
System Specific Requirements
Design, configure, and commission building management systems, integrating controls for HVAC, lighting, security, and power monitoringDevelop and implement control logic, system sequences, and automation algorithms using Honeywell EBI/ComfortPoint, Tridium Niagara, and Siemens Desigo CC platforms.
- Integrate diverse building systems using BACnet, Modbus, LonWorks, and web services (APIs, MQTT, SNMP).
- Create intuitive 2D/3D graphics and user interfaces for dashboards and alarms monitoring.
- Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and communications issues across various platforms and protocols.
- Maintain thorough documentation for system architectures, operational records, and change management.
- Coordinate preventive and predictive maintenance activities to ensure maximum system performance and minimum downtime.
- Ensure effective project management, budgeting, and customer communication throughout the project lifecycle.
Must have requirements
- Proficiency with Honeywell EBI/ComfortPoint Open, Honeywell Optimizer suite, and Tridium Niagara (N4/AX) including JACE controllers and integration drivers.
- Practical knowledge of Siemens Desigo CC for integration of fire, security, and HVAC onto a single management platform.
- Deep understanding of BACnet (IP & MS/TP), Modbus (RTU & TCP), and LonWorks protocols for communication and device integration.
- Proven experience integrating systems via APIs, MQTT, or SNMP for IoT/cloud connectivity.
- Strong grasp of control theory, especially PID loops, and the ability to translate mechanical sequences into functioning logic or block programming.
- Experience in graphics and Human-Machine Interface (HMI) development for facility dashboards.
- Comprehensive knowledge of electrical systems, switchgear, and distribution panels; expertise in installation, repair, and maintenance of BMS/DDC equipment.
- Solid foundation in networking fundamentals: IPv4 addressing, subnetting, VLANs, basic cybersecurity practices, SSL certificates, and database management (SQL, MongoDB).
- Sound mechanical understanding of HVAC systems (AHUs, VAVs, chillers, boilers); competence in reading schematics and using diagnostic tools.
- Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering with 4 years’ relevant experience, or a Diploma with 8 years’ relevant experience.
- Certification: Competency Certificate in Honeywell or Niagara platform.
Nice to have requirements
- Experience with integrating additional building systems such as lighting, access control, and surveillance using open protocols.
- Understanding of energy management strategies and platforms.
- Background in large-scale campus or airport BMS deployments.
- Industry-recognized certifications in networking (e.g., CCNA), cybersecurity, or advanced building automation.
- Knowledge of user experience (UX) design for control system interfaces.
- Proficiency in scripting languages used for logic extension (e.g., JavaScript, Python).
- Fluency in reporting tools and BMS analytics platforms.