Home Automation Engineer at Owens and Xley

Location: Victoria Island, Lagos.

Our client, a fast growing automation installation company, is seeking to hire qualified and experienced Home Automation Engineers who have past experience in installation of home automation systems such as intelligent lighting, alarm control solutions, multi-room audio and video streaming, automated shades, climate control solutions, CCTV…etc. The successful candidates will conduct the installation and programming of Home Automation systems. They will be expected to manage on-site installations and program and test systems. They will perform installations and work with a highly professional and close knit engineering team. They must be able to use programming softwares and be PC literate. Part of the role will involve dealing with clients, telephone support, quality control, training & on site supervision.

Responsibilities:

• Developing efficient, scalable home automation platforms for thousands of users
• Delivering tools and frameworks to ensure the security and stability of high availability systems
• Working with cloud and mobile teams to implement exciting new smart home features
• Applying creative solutions to a wide array of challenges
• Installation, Maintenance and Troubleshooting of Access Control Systems, Time Attendance Solution , CCTV, Broadband Wi- Fi, Video Door Phones, Projectors, Access Control Equipment, UPS, Fire Alarm Solutions, Security System Intruder alarm system, DVR, Remote connectivity, Networking

Requirements:

• Minimum of 4 years installation and programming experience in the automation space.
• A degree in an engineering or programming related subject.
• The ability to program PLCs or PC based programming applications.
• An aptitude to learn quickly and utilize new knowledge on client sites.
• Some management ability to delegate tasks to installers and sub-contractors on site.
• Good technical knowledge encompassing automation & low current systems is essential
• Previous experiences with lighting systems, audiovisual racks, multi room A/V, security & digital surveillance, networks are a desirable quality.