System Engineer

About ADB SAFEGATE

ADB SAFEGATE is a global leader in air travel solutions, with over 1,400 employees serving more than 2,700 airports across 175 countries. The company is dedicated to enhancing air travel safety, efficiency, and environmental sustainability through innovative Airside ® solutions, aiming to transform airports into smart facilities and improve the passenger experience.

The Role of System Engineer

ADB SAFEGATE is seeking a System Engineer for a permanent position based at King Khalid International Airport (KKIA) in Riyadh. Reporting directly to the Maintenance Manager, this role is responsible for managing and supervising maintenance activities related to the Airfield Lighting Control and Monitoring System (ALCMS), Airfield Ground Lighting (AGL), and Constant Current Regulators (CCRs) under the existing SLA contract. The System Engineer will assess maintenance needs, plan, coordinate, execute, and complete all activities in accordance with contractual, operational, technical, and safety requirements. The position requires a proactive and self-driven engineer with over 10 years of experience who can troubleshoot complex technical issues and develop effective solutions with limited supervision.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the maintenance team responsible for ALCMS, AGL, CCRs, and related electronic systems at the airport.
• Supervise, plan, organize, direct, and evaluate employee work, including adjusting assignments, procedures, and schedules.
• Schedule and assign work, including overtime, vacations, and other time off.
• Participate in the selection process for subordinate personnel.
• Manage the execution of maintenance tasks within the defined scope and oversee work orders from issuance to closure.
• Maintain records and prepare reports related to airfield maintenance and repair activities.
• Ensure the availability of spare parts, tools, equipment, vehicles, and other required resources.
• Coordinate daily with the Maintenance Manager regarding unplanned activities requiring additional staff support.
• Establish and optimize preventive, planned, corrective, and unplanned maintenance activities.
• Prepare and submit Permit to Work (PTW) requests to the Customer Representative.
• Enforce safety rules and regulations, ensuring work adheres to approved procedures and plans.
• Prepare and forward all required documents for submission to the Customer Representative via the Maintenance Manager.
• Obtain cost figures and estimates to support the maintenance contract budget.
• Recommend additional capital equipment, replacement of existing equipment, and purchase of required spare parts.
• Coordinate with the Maintenance Manager on the review, control, and updating of technical documentation.
• Lead troubleshooting of complex technical faults, perform root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Take ownership of technical issues from identification to resolution.
• Proactively identify recurring faults, operational risks, and opportunities for system reliability improvements.
• Actively explore alternative solutions and escalate issues promptly when obstacles arise.
• Participate in the airport’s on-call, recall, and standby programs.
• Responsible for achieving SLA contract KPIs.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in system engineering or maintenance management.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues and develop effective solutions.
• Experience in managing maintenance teams and activities.
• Proficiency in managing work orders and utilizing Computer-Aided Facility Management (CAFM) systems.
• Strong understanding of contractual, operational, technical, and safety requirements in an airport environment.

What We Offer

• A dynamic working environment that supports professional growth and continuous learning.
• The opportunity to work with safety-critical airport systems and contribute to reliable airport operations.
• Opportunities to influence the industry and make a significant impact on the company’s business.
• A collaborative culture that values innovation, integrity, accountability, and inclusion.
• A competitive compensation package, including health benefits and other applicable benefits.