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Project Development Engineer - HVAC

RoleEngineering
LevelMid Level
LocationAbu Dhabi-Abu Dhabi-United Arab Emirates, United Arab Emirates
WorkOn-site
TypeFull-time
Posted2 months ago
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What will you do

As a member of the Technical Support Team, you will work on projects across the UAE, Kuwait, Qatar and the wider MEA region to support departmental and project objectives. You will apply training on JCI Engineered Systems, use standard Johnson Controls development tools, and build strong partnerships with customers throughout the project lifecycle. You will ensure correct equipment selection, validate design assumptions, and contribute to high‑quality technical and commercial project development.

How you will do it

  • Lead or support the detailed development of assigned projects.
  • Validate assumptions made during solution design and prepare detailed cost estimates and scopes of work in cooperation with Field Sales.
  • Review project specifications, understand system concepts, and ensure compliance with customer requirements.
  • Select HVAC equipment (AHUs, FCUs, CRAC, Ecology units, Fans, Chillers) and apply it effectively according to RFQs.
  • Understand competitive products and position JCI solutions advantageously by developing alternatives and optional offers.
  • Prepare customer-facing documents such as quotations, technical submittals, presentations, and compliance statements.
  • Perform engineering or commercial analyses to quantify cost savings and customer benefits; support benchmarking activities.
  • Participate in cross-functional teams and, when required, travel internationally to support local teams and customer discussions.
  • Collect data at customer facilities to support solution design and provide post-contract design review support.
  • Assist in presentations to technical buyers.
  • Stay current with relevant engineering standards, practices, and professional certifications.
  • Engage in professional organizations and pursue relevant licenses (e.g., Professional Engineer).

What we look for

  • Ability to understand and respond to customer expectations with urgency and professionalism.
  • Initiative, execution discipline, and innovation in developing designs or solutions requiring creative thinking.
  • Ability to set goals aligned with company objectives and adapt plans to changing environments.
  • Strong cooperation skills across internal teams and external partners.
  • Accountability for decisions and outcomes, even when not all elements are under direct control.

Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering; specialization in AC & Refrigeration is an advantage.
  • Minimum three years of experience in HVAC application/estimation (equipment selection, costing, technical submittals).
  • Entry-level function-specific licenses or certifications preferred (e.g., Professional Engineer, Energy/Carbon Certifier, BREEAM, LEED).
  • Effective teamwork and demonstrated leadership potential.
  • Developing business analysis capabilities.

Preferred

  • Demonstrated professional expertise in HVAC systems, including AHUs and Chillers.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to support team success and enable collaboration.
  • Customer focus and results-driven mindset.

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About Johnson Controls

Johnson Controls

Johnson Controls International plc is an American-Irish multinational conglomerate headquartered in Cork, Ireland, that produces fire, HVAC, and security equipment for buildings. As of mid-2019, it employed 105,000 people in around 2,000 locations across six continents.

10,001+

Employees

Cork

Headquarters

Reviews

10 reviews

4.0

10 reviews

Work-life balance

3.2

Compensation

3.8

Culture

4.1

Career

3.4

Management

3.1

72%

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Pros

Good benefits and compensation

Supportive team culture and friendly coworkers

Flexible work arrangements and remote options

Cons

Heavy workload and high-pressure environment

Limited career advancement opportunities

Management responsiveness issues

Salary Ranges

195 data points

Junior/L3

Mid/L4

Senior/L5

Junior/L3 · Data Analyst

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$136,240

total per year

Base

-

Stock

-

Bonus

-

$115,804

$156,676

Interview experience

2 interviews

Difficulty

2.5

/ 5

Duration

14-28 weeks

Offer rate

50%

Experience

Positive 50%

Neutral 50%

Negative 0%

Interview process

1

Application Review

2

Recruiter Screen

3

Technical Phone Screen

4

Hiring Manager Interview

5

Offer

Common questions

Technical Knowledge

Behavioral/STAR

Past Experience

Problem Solving

Culture Fit