Technical Security Systems Engineer- Saudi Arabia
AcuTech Group Inc.
Job description
Role Overview
Technical Security Systems Engineer based in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with AcuTech Group, Inc. The role supports security engineering across major infrastructure projects, including design, documentation, construction supervision, and commissioning of integrated security and telecommunications systems.
Company Overview
AcuTech Group, Inc. is a premier provider of process safety, risk management, chemical security, industrial fire protection engineering, and emergency management services. The company has deep expertise in Process Safety Management (PSM), Training, Implementation, Auditing, Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs), Hazard and Operability Studies (HAZOPs), Quantitative Risk Assessment (QRA), and Facility Siting. AcuTech specializes in the oil and gas, chemical, LNG, petrochemical, renewables, hydrogen, and other industries handling hazardous materials, delivering services to leading privately held and publicly traded companies, government agencies, and state-sponsored entities globally.
Role Purpose
Lead the design, documentation, and implementation of integrated physical and electronic security systems aligned with SAIS/HCIS and RCU RIMA standards across the full project lifecycleβfrom concept through commissioningβwhile providing technical leadership and supporting collaboration with clients, vendors, and internal teams.
Key Responsibilities
Design & Engineering
- Develop Concept, Preliminary, and Detailed Designs along with supporting drawings, documentation, and system specifications.
- Utilize AutoCAD and/or MicroStation to produce or review detailed engineering drawings.
- Perform peer reviews of design packages to ensure quality, accuracy, and adherence to project requirements.
- Clarify design intent, integration requirements, and compliance standards in response to client technical queries.
Construction & Commissioning
- Oversee construction supervision and commissioning of systems including CCTV, IDAS, PIDS, SACS, ALPR, UVIS, VSS, VMS, PSIM, and related infrastructure.
- Ensure technical alignment across all phases of project execution through participation in site visits.
- Ensure safe practices are followed during site visits, construction, and commissioning.
Stakeholder & Vendor Management
- Respond to client technical queries and clarify design intent, integration requirements, and compliance standards.
- Coordinate technical meetings with clients, consultants, and stakeholders to resolve design issues.
- Create scopes of work, support tendering, and evaluate technical and financial deliverables from third-party contractors.
- Represent the company with external vendors, contractors, and partners.
Documentation & Compliance
- Support documentation and administrative needs using cloud-based systems in line with company protocols.
- Review technical specifications and ensure compliance with local and international standards.
- Provide administrative support and documentation management per company standards.
Health, Safety & Environmental
- Comply with all workplace safety policies and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Participate in HSE risk assessments and incident reporting.
Continuous Improvement
- Participate in cross-functional team coordination and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Demonstrate initiative, ownership of tasks, and a commitment to delivering high-quality results.
- Uphold strict confidentiality and act with professionalism and integrity.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably Electronics & Communications; an advanced degree is preferred.
- Strong experience with the design and implementation of integrated security systems and technologies aligned with SAIS/HCIS and RCU RIMA standards.
- Experience in industrial projects including Oil & Gas, Infrastructure, Historic Sites, Transport, or similar sectors.
- Strong understanding of project lifecycles including design, construction, commissioning, and close-out.
Skills & Competencies
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and MS Office Suite; experience with MicroStation is preferred.
- Excellent knowledge of physical and electronic security technologies, including system integration.
- Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
- Fluent in English (spoken, written, and read); Arabic is a plus.
- Hands-on experience with specialized systems such as drone detection, RFID tracking, and ViMS is preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to lead technical meetings, contribute to design reviews, and represent engineering work to clients and stakeholders is preferred.
Additional Information
- Must be able to work in both office and construction site environments.
- Physical activities may include walking, standing, or bending for extended periods and wearing PPE.
- May involve work in high-security or classified environments.
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed and collaborate across time zones.
- Experience supporting government or heritage security infrastructure projects is preferred.
- Competitive salary and benefits in line with KSA labor laws.
- Benefits include housing, transportation, telecommunications, medical insurance, and gratuity.
- Professional Development support, including reimbursement of up to two professional membership fees per year, relevant to the role or advancement opportunities within AcuTech.
- AcuTech is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other basis forbidden under federal, state, or local laws.