Principal Engineer - Electrical Engineering (AGL)

AECOM
Bogotá
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeFunction: Hardware, Embedded & Systems EngineeringExperience: 6+ yearsEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Risk management","Quality reviews","Technical communication","Mentoring"]

Lead the design and integration of Airfield Ground Lighting (AGL) systems for medium- to high-complexity airport projects. Own electrical engineering deliverables such as CCR and series circuits, runway lighting layouts, and ALCMS/ALCS control and monitoring integration with SCADA/BMS and A-SMGCS. Coordinate multidisciplinary interfaces, manage technical risks and schedules, support FAT/SAT and photometric tests, and mentor junior engineers while ensuring compliance with international standards and client requirements.

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Principal Engineer - Electrical Engineering (AGL)

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Job Summary

Lead the design and integration of Airfield Ground Lighting (AGL) systems for medium- to high-complexity airport projects. Own electrical engineering deliverables such as CCR and series circuits, runway lighting layouts, and ALCMS/ALCS control and monitoring integration with SCADA/BMS and A-SMGCS. Coordinate multidisciplinary interfaces, manage technical risks and schedules, support FAT/SAT and photometric tests, and mentor junior engineers while ensuring compliance with international standards and client requirements.
Location: Bogotá
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Hardware, Embedded & Systems Engineering
Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Lead the design and integration of AGL systems, including series circuits, CCRs, LED beaconing, PAPI, runway/taxiway lighting, and control/monitoring systems.
  • •Develop and review electrical engineering deliverables (single-line/multi-line diagrams, cable sizing, CCR specifications, and final circuit design).
  • •Define and integrate ALCMS/ALCS control logic and telemetry, including protocols and interfaces with A-SMGCS/SCADA/BMS.
  • •Prepare technical reports and tender materials (BoQ, technical specifications, acceptance/test criteria) and support FAT/SAT, commissioning, and photometric tests.
  • •Manage technical quality, risks, changes, multidisciplinary interfaces, and mentor junior engineers via QA/QC reviews while coordinating with civil works.

Pay and Benefits

Perks:Health InsuranceDentalVisionLife InsuranceDisability BenefitsPaid LeaveRetirement SavingsEquity

Key Requirements

  • •BA/BS (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering plus 6 years of relevant experience (or demonstrated equivalency).
  • •Senior-level experience designing and/or constructing AGL systems for operational or greenfield airports.
  • •Solid knowledge of AGL series circuits, CCR, runway lighting photometry, PAPI, and separation/location criteria.
  • •Experience with ALCMS/ALCS integration with SCADA/BMS/A-SMGCS (logic, alarms, protocols, redundancy).
  • •Proficiency in applicable regulations (e.g., ICAO Annex 14 and relevant FAA/EASA guidance) and ability to prepare IFC/As-Built deliverables.
Experience:6+ yearsAirport projectsAirfield ground lighting
Education:Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering
Skills:Risk managementQuality reviewsTechnical communicationMentoring
Licenses:Professional license
Certifications:Airport Lighting SystemsAVOPAVSECPMPPrince2ISO 19650 Practitioner
Languages:English
Tech Stack:Airfield Ground Lighting (AGL)Constant Current Regulators (CCR)ALCMS/ALCSSCADABMSA-SMGCSAutoCADMicroStationIFCAs-Built deliverablesRevitNavisworksACC/BIM 360AGi32DIALuxETAPSKMCDEBIM

Eligibility

Work Authorization:Authorization required. Sponsorship not provided.

Company Brief

AECOM
AECOM is a global infrastructure firm providing design, consulting, construction, and management services across transportation, buildings, water, environment, and energy sectors, delivering large-scale projects for public- and private-sector clients worldwide.
Industry: Civil Engineering
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Revenue: USD 1B+
Growth: Public Company
Valuation: Public Company (Market Cap in USD)
Funding: IPO / Publicly Listed
Headquarters: Los Angeles, United States
Founded: 1990
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