Major Activities

1) TECHNICAL SYSTEMS UNDER RESPONSIBILITY

The position is responsible for the following systems:

Elevator & Vertical Transportation:

Elevator controllers, VFDs, motors, door operators, safety circuits, interlocks, encoders, limit switches, sensors, landing/car operating panels, alarms, emergency communication, and related control systems.

Access Control:

Access control panels/controllers, card and biometric readers, magnetic locks, electric strikes, exit buttons, door contacts, request-to-exit devices, power supplies, communication interfaces, and associated software/network connections.

Electronic & BMS Controls:

Automated Logic control modules such as MEx816u, I/O modules, universal inputs/outputs, sensors, actuators, relays, contactors, control transformers/power supplies, terminal blocks, communication networks, and associated field wiring.

2) TROUBLESHOOTING & DIAGNOSTIC RESPONSIBILITIES

The Engineer shall be capable of systematically troubleshooting issues such as:

• Elevator controller and drive faults.
• Elevator door opening/closing and leveling problems.
• Safety circuit and interlock failures.
• Encoder, limit-switch, and sensor faults.
• Communication failure between controllers and field devices.
• Access card/biometric reader failures.
• Magnetic lock and door-release problems.
• BMS input/output signal failures.
• Sensor and actuator malfunction.
• 24 VAC/24 VDC control power failures.
• Relay, contactor, terminal, and wiring faults.
• Intermittent electronic and communication faults.
• Repeated equipment alarms and unexplained system shutdowns.

3) SAFETY & COMPLIANCE:

The Engineer ensures that all maintenance and troubleshooting activities are conducted in accordance with applicable electrical safety requirements, elevator safety requirements, manufacturer recommendations, approved maintenance procedures, isolation/LOTO practices, and organizational HSE policies.

Requirements

Educational Qualifications:

Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics, Control & Instrumentation Engineering, or a related field.

Relevant professional experience in elevator/lift systems, electronic controls, access control, BMS, automation, or facility maintenance.

Practical experience in electrical/electronic troubleshooting and control systems.

Knowledge of control circuits, sensors, relays, contactors, PLC/BMS concepts, VFDs, and communication systems.

Experience supervising specialized contractors and technical service providers is an advantage.

Relevant Experience:

Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in electrical/electronic engineering, elevator/lift systems, access control, BMS/automation, and facility maintenance, with demonstrated hands-on troubleshooting and fault-diagnosis experience.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of elevator/lift control systems, VFDs, motors, door operators, safety circuits, interlocks, sensors, encoders, and control panels.
• Advanced electrical and electronic troubleshooting and fault diagnosis skills.
• Practical knowledge of access control systems, including card readers, biometric readers, controllers, magnetic locks, door contacts, and exit devices.
• Good knowledge of BMS/Building Automation and electronic control systems, including Automated Logic controllers, I/O modules, sensors, actuators, and communication networks.
• Ability to troubleshoot 24 VAC/24 VDC control circuits, relays, contactors, terminal blocks, power supplies, and field wiring.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, control wiring diagrams, panel drawings, and technical manuals.
• Proficiency in using multi meters, clamp meters, insulation testers, electrical test instruments, and manufacturer diagnostic tools.
• Strong capability in root-cause analysis (RCA) and resolving recurring equipment failures.
• Knowledge of preventive and corrective maintenance practices and equipment condition assessment.
• Ability to perform testing, commissioning, functional verification, and post-repair inspection.
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking with the ability to diagnose complex technical faults systematically.
• Strong emergency response and decision-making capability during critical equipment failures.
• High level of safety awareness, particularly when working with elevators, electrical systems, and control panels.
• Strong planning, organization, and maintenance management skills.
• Ability to supervise and technically evaluate contractors and specialized service providers.
• Effective communication and technical reporting skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate asset records, maintenance history, troubleshooting reports, and technical documentation.
• Strong teamwork, coordination, and knowledge-transfer capability.
• Commitment to continuous improvement, system reliability, and minimizing equipment downtime.