Home Automation Engineer at Owens and Xley

Job Overview

Location
Lagos, Lagos
Job Type
Full Time
Date Posted
3 years ago

Additional Details

Job ID
3662
Job Views
119

Job Description



Job Details



  • The Automation Engineer will be under the supervision of the Project manager, working on the designs and execution of projects.

  • Follow-up and closeout prospective projects and manage new and existing dealers.


Key Reponsibilities



  • Prepare a design for Home Automation systems which is cost-effective and meets customer requirements.

  • Designs include solutions for Light Control, Distributed / Zoned Audio, Distributed Vides, Intercom, Intrusion Detection, MATV, PBX telephones system, CCTV, Access Control, Network Infrastructure (UTP / Fiber).

  • Prepare pricing sheet and financial proposal including Bill of Quantities of all proposed products and their respective costs.

  • Installation and Configuration of home automation equipment.

  • Liaising and following up with other stakeholders to ensure the execution of projects

  • Collaborate with engineers and technicians to design and apply new system processes

  • Using computer-aided design and engineering software to create project plans such as Visio

  • Undertaking relevant research

  • Creating and updating technical procedures and manuals

  • Applying creative solutions to a wide array of challenges

  • Writing Reports and Documentation.


Requirements

Educational Qualification:



  • BSc / BA in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or any related field


Experience:



  • 2 to 3 years of experience as an Automation Engineer.

  • Knowledge of the Control4 Home Automation system will be an added advantage.

  • Knowledge of computer and equipment networking.


Skills and Abilities:



  • Skilled in creative problem solving, critical thinking, and organizing resources, and people to solve problems

  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills with the ability to motivate others toward a common goal

  • Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into technical requirements

  • A passion for consumer electronics

  • Ability to easily assimilate and understands several technology areas

  • Proven ability to work with people of varied backgrounds to achieve objectives

  • Possess solid business judgement in assessing business

  • Experience working with Channel Influencers (Architects, Lighting Designers, Interior Decorators)

  • Team Player with impeccable interpersonal skills, to build relationships and influence

  • Knowledge of automation systems such as Control4, Crestron, etc. would be an added advantage.


Personal Attributes:



  • Keen eye for detail

  • Ability to manage effectively individuals at all levels

  • Highly organized and analytical

  • Have good interpersonal skills

  • Good Hygiene.

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