Director of Automation & Systems Division
With an experience of over 28 years, E-INFRA Group comprises 5 Romanian companies, active in the field of energy, constructions, and telecommunications infrastructure.
E-INFRA holding includes: Electrogrup, EPC contractor for complex projects in critical infrastructure for energy and renewable energy, construction and telecom projects, Nova Power and Gas active in energy production, energy and gas supply, natural gas distribution and energy and gas trading, Direct One, the operator of the largest neutral long distance fiber optic network with national coverage, maintenance services and telecom projects and WESEE, offering full installation and maintenance services for wind parks.
The main goal of the E-INFRA Group is to enhance the quality of life for individuals by providing modern cutting-edge infrastructure that supports a better future.
Direct One is setting up the Automation & Systems Division (covering CCTV, BMS and other Low & Extra Low Voltage Systems) as an important and strategic new business line to accelerate the technological advancement of the systems and solutions for our customers.
Role purpose & scope:
The Director of Automation & Systems Division (covering CCTV, BMS and other Low & Extra Low Voltage Systems) is accountable for the end-to-end technical leadership, delivery, and operational performance of automation and low-voltage (LV/ELV) systems projects and services. The role owns technical strategy, engineering governance, execution excellence, and lifecycle operations (maintenance / monitoring), while ensuring compliance, safety, and customer satisfaction.
The selected candidate will benefit from continuous exposure to complex, high-value smart building projects in a dynamic and entrepreneurial working environment.
The role reports to the CEO, Direct One and will define the structure of the future Automation & CCTV, Low & Extra Low Voltage Systems Division by actively supporting the recruitment and organizational design strategy.
Key responsibilities:
- Defines and implements the strategy for the newly established Division and continuously develops its service and solution portfolio.
- Defines and continuously improves technical standards, reference architectures, and engineering best practices for LV/ELV automation systems (design rules, drawings, BOMs, test plans, commissioning checklists).
- Contributes to business development activities and sales growth.
- Drives Division profitability and commercial sustainability.
- Owns technical solutioning for bids/tenders and complex opportunities: requirements analysis, system architecture, compliance mapping, risk assessment, and costing inputs.
- Assesses and introduces new technologies and platforms relevant to smart buildings; represents the company in strategic partner discussions.
- Establishes quality, technical, and execution standards for all projects within the Division.
- Recruits, structures, and develops the Division’s team (design engineers, project managers, technicians) and defines roles, responsibilities, and performance KPIs.
- Mentors key team members and support their professional development.
- Ensures clear interfaces, responsibilities, and decision-making processes between the Division and other departments; participates in management reviews, performance reporting, and steering committees.
- Oversees the full lifecycle of all projects: concept and technical design, tendering and contracting, execution and system integration, testing, commissioning, and handover.
- Ensures full compliance with applicable electrical and low-voltage regulations, customer standards, and internal policies (HSE/SSM/PSI), including project documentation and proper quality management of all actions.
- Standardizes vendor/device selection (preferred suppliers, product qualification, interoperability) and ensures lifecycle management (firmware, spares, obsolescence), where applicable.
Qualification & experience required:
- BSc/MSc in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Electronics/Telecom, or related technical field (or equivalent experience)
- Relevant hands-on experience in LV/ELV systems, automation, security/CCTV, industrial or infrastructure environments, with at least 3 years spent in leadership (Head/Director/Manager) or in senior technical leading roles.
- Hands-on experience with projects in BMS, CCTV, Access Control, security and integrated building management systems, both residential and office building segments.
- Preferred hands-on experience with end-to-end delivery: design, installation supervision, commissioning, and O&M/service management.
- Ability to produce and review technical documentation (drawings, BOMs, test protocols, as-builts) and to work with CAD tools.
- ELV integration know-how: access control, sensors, structured cabling, network equipment, and cybersecurity hygiene.
- English: advanced
Mandatory Certification:
- ANRE and IGPR certifications in Low Voltage and ELV systems
- Other relevant certifications, such as BMS vendor platforms, CCTV/VMS, Access Control, structured cabling, are a plus
Office location
- Office location: Bucharest Ana Tower building
- Work schedule: Monday to Friday 8.30 am to 5.30pm, in-office
- Role includes occasional travel based on business needs and may require availability for critical incidents/escalations.