Principal ELV Engineer

About the role

Egis, an international engineering, consulting and construction firm operating in 100 countries, is looking for a Principal ELV Engineer to join its Bengaluru team. You will act as a key technical leader, overseeing the design, implementation and management of Extra Low Voltage (ELV) systems for large-scale building projects.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of complex ELV systems, including building automation, fire alarm, security, telecommunications and audio-visual systems.
• Manage and mentor a team of ELV engineers, giving technical guidance and ensuring project success.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets and resource allocations.
• Work with architects, contractors and clients to integrate ELV systems seamlessly.
• Review and approve drawings, specifications and reports, and ensure compliance with local and international building codes.
• Carry out site surveys, troubleshoot technical issues, stay up to date with ELV technologies and take part in business development and proposal preparation.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Communication Engineering or a related field; Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in ELV systems engineering with a track record of large-scale projects.
• Strong expertise in building automation, fire alarm, security, telecommunications and audio-visual systems.
• Willingness to travel to project sites and fluency in English; knowledge of local languages is a plus.

Required skills

• AutoCAD or similar CAD software and experience with BIM.
• In-depth knowledge of building codes and standards.
• Project management, leadership and mentoring skills, and strong communication with clients and stakeholders.
• Relevant certifications such as RCDD, CTS or NICET are highly desirable.