ELV Presales Engineer

The ELV Presales Engineer develops technical and commercial proposals for electronic security and low-current projects. Working alongside sales and delivery teams, the engineer translates client requirements into practical system designs, cost estimates and tender responses that balance technical performance, delivery risk and commercial viability.

Key Responsibilities

• Review tenders, requests for proposals, technical specifications and drawings to establish project scope and compliance obligations.
• Design integrated security solutions covering CCTV, access control, intrusion detection, video management and related low-current systems.
• Prepare bills of quantities, labour and material estimates, cost sheets, pricing options and technical write-ups.
• Create compliance matrices and identify integration, site-access or delivery risks, recommending workable mitigation measures.
• Present proposed solutions to clients and internal stakeholders, explaining system choices, capability and expected project value.
• Maintain supplier pricing, estimate history and technology information to improve the quality of future bids.
• Coordinate with sales, engineering and operations teams so proposals can be delivered within the stated scope.

Requirements and Qualifications

• A relevant engineering or computer-science degree is required; security-system or estimation certifications are advantageous.
• Four to six years of presales or technical-estimation experience is listed, preferably on sizeable security integration projects.
• Practical understanding of design, installation and commissioning for CCTV, access control, VMS, intrusion and related systems is expected.
• Experience with tenders, BOQs, labour/material costing and complex quotations is important.
• Applicants should be comfortable using spreadsheets, estimation tools and technical documentation.

Skills and Professional Expectations

• Strong numerical analysis, cost awareness and attention to detail.
• Clear technical writing and confident client presentations.
• Ability to compare vendors, understand system compatibility and manage bid deadlines.
• Collaborative communication and disciplined risk assessment.

The successful candidate should maintain accurate records, communicate clearly and follow relevant safety, confidentiality, quality and professional standards. Teamwork, sound judgement and timely escalation of concerns are important.

Employment Details

This is a full-time opportunity based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Use the application link in this listing to submit your interest. Shift, roster, on-call or site duties depend on the role.