Building Automation Maintenance Engineer (Saudi Arabia)

Building Automation Maintenance Engineer – Driving Excellence in Smart Building Solutions

Join our dynamic team as a **Building Automation Maintenance Engineer** and play a pivotal role in ensuring seamless operation, security, and efficiency of our advanced automation systems. This position demands a highly skilled professional with expertise in **Niagara 4-based Building Automation Systems (IKAS)** and **Integrated Fire Alarm Automation Systems (IFAS)**. You will be responsible for maintaining, optimizing, and expanding these critical systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance operational performance and smart building capabilities.

As a key member of our technical team, you will oversee the health, security, and continuous improvement of our automation infrastructure. Your responsibilities will span system monitoring, fault resolution, user administration, and technical support—ensuring reliability, compliance, and scalability across all connected devices and networks. This role is ideal for an engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment, leveraging technical expertise to drive innovation and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

In this strategic position, your duties will include:

• System Monitoring & Reporting: Proactively monitor IKAS and IFAS functionality, generating daily system health reports to identify trends, inefficiencies, and potential risks.
• Fault Diagnosis & Resolution: Investigate system alarms and faults with precision, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective measures to restore functionality and prevent recurrence.
• User & Security Administration: Manage Niagara 4 user accounts, enforce access controls, and log system activities to detect and report security violations or unauthorized access attempts.
• Software & Backup Management: Oversee software backups, perform system restorations, and ensure data integrity while coordinating with IT teams to resolve network, server, and virtual machine challenges.
• Technical Support & Optimization: Provide after-hours technical support, optimize system performance, and fine-tune configurations to enhance efficiency and responsiveness.
• Database & Reporting Development: Design and configure SQL database scripts to support reporting requirements and develop performance dashboards for operational insights.
• Equipment Maintenance & Compliance: Maintain automation-related IT hardware, including servers, workstations, and JACE controllers, while ensuring vendor/contractor adherence to approved specifications.
• System Expansion & Collaboration: Support new automation projects, coordinate with software developers and vendors, and collaborate with departments to deploy smart automation solutions.
• Security & Compliance: Investigate security alerts, conduct system audits, and ensure compliance with industry standards and organizational policies.
• Vendor & Contractor Coordination: Manage Tridium SMA agreements, including software patches, bug fixes, and version upgrades, to keep systems up-to-date and secure.

This role requires a blend of technical proficiency, analytical thinking, and a commitment to driving operational efficiency. You will work closely with IT, operations, and engineering teams to deliver cutting-edge automation solutions that enhance building performance and sustainability.

Required Competencies

To excel in this position, you must possess:

• Deep Technical Expertise: Extensive knowledge of **Niagara 4**, including Java and HTML5 implementation, with hands-on experience in system administration, troubleshooting, and configuration.
• Building Automation Systems (BAS) Proficiency: Strong understanding of energy conservation, building energy optimization, and integrated building management systems (IBMS).
• Problem-Solving & Root Cause Analysis: Ability to diagnose complex issues, implement solutions, and continuously improve system performance.
• Fire & Power Systems Knowledge: Familiarity with fire alarm systems, lighting control, and power monitoring to ensure comprehensive automation coverage.
• Collaborative Mindset: Strong communication skills in both written and spoken English, with the ability to collaborate across departments and vendors.

Qualifications & Experience

Candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree (BSc) in **Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering**, or an equivalent discipline.
• Experience: Minimum of **7 years** in automation/building systems, with **3+ years** of hands-on experience specifically with Niagara 4-based systems.
• Technical Proficiency: Proven expertise in BAS/IBMS, fire alarm systems, lighting control, and power monitoring, with a focus on system optimization and security.

This opportunity is perfect for an engineer who is passionate about advancing smart building technologies and is eager to contribute to a high-impact role within a forward-thinking organization. If you are ready to take your career to the next level, we invite you to apply and be part of our mission to redefine building automation excellence.