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Document Controller Engineer

1 month ago Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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About Us:

Eaton is a power management company where we provide energy-efficient solutions that help our customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic and mechanical power more efficiently, safely and sustainably. Eaton is dedicated to improving the quality of life and the environment through the use of power management technology and services. Eaton has approximately 96,000 employees and sells products to customers in more than 175 countries.

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Eaton is seeking a highly organised and detail driven Engineering Document Controller to support the Data Centre Design and Engineering Team. This role is responsible for managing, controlling, and maintaining all engineering documentation and ensuring accuracy, traceability, and compliance throughout the project lifecycle. The successful candidate will coordinate document workflows, uphold document control standards, and enable efficient collaboration between engineering, tendering, project execution, and client teams.

What you'll do:

Document Control & Management:
• Establish, implement, and maintain document control procedures aligned with internal standards and industry best practices.
• Manage the registration, storage, distribution, and revision control of all engineering documents, including drawings, specifications, reports, and schedules.
• Ensure proper formatting, naming conventions, version management, and metadata consistency across all controlled documents.
• Oversee the timely issuance, tracking, and retrieval of engineering deliverables.

Workflow Coordination:
• Coordinate document workflows between design engineers, project managers, clients, and suppliers.
• Monitor review and approval cycles to ensure documents progress smoothly and meet project deadlines.
• Maintain controlled communication channels for document submissions, clarifications, and transmittals.

Compliance & Standards:
• Ensure all documentation complies with internal procedures and relevant industry standards (e.g., ISO 9001).
• Support internal and external audits by providing accurate and organised documentation records.
• Maintain confidentiality and controlled access to sensitive engineering information.

Systems Administration:
• Administer document control platforms and tools (e.g., SharePoint, BIM 360 ACC, Procore, or equivalent).
• Support users with system queries and ensure consistent application of document control protocols.
• Develop and maintain document control logs, registers, templates, and process documentation.

Reporting & Continuous Improvement:
• Generate regular reports covering document status, outstanding reviews, upcoming deliverables, and compliance metrics.
• Identify process inefficiencies and drive improvements in document control workflows.
• Promote best practices and support training for engineering teams on document control procedures.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Electrical or Mechanical engineering degree
  • Experience in Engineering Administration, Document Control, or a related discipline.
  • Minimum 5 years of document control experience within an engineering, construction, or technical project environment.

Skills:

  • Demonstrated expertise in managing engineering drawings and technical documentation.
  • Strong understanding of document control standards, workflows, and quality systems (e.g., ISO 9001).
  • Proficiency with document control and collaboration platforms (e.g., SharePoint, Procore, BIM 360/ACC, ProjectWise).
  • Exceptional attention to detail, organisation, and accuracy.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams.
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple document streams within tight deadlines.

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Why join Eaton:

  • Competitive compensation and benefits, aligned with your experience and impact.
  • Opportunity to work on challenging, high-impact projects within a dynamic and collaborative team environment.
  • Your aspirations matter - Eaton actively supports internal mobility and promotes from within whenever possible.
  • Your growth matters - We invest in long-term development through continuous learning, upskilling, and global programs via Eaton University.
  • Your contributions matter - Reliability, safety, efficiency, and sustainability are at the heart of what we do, driving meaningful impact on people's lives and the environment.
  • Your wellbeing matters - Health, safety, and wellness are a priority.
  • At Eaton, wellbeing goes beyond programs, empowering employees with the tools and environment to thrive.

Living and Working in Dubai:

Dubai is an internationally connected city that offers strong professional opportunities within a truly global environment. Living and working in Dubai means being part of a diverse, forward-looking business community, supported by modern infrastructure, excellent connectivity, and a well-established expatriate ecosystem.

At Eaton, employees based in Dubai are part of a stable, well-governed organization that brings together global teams, clear ways of working, and the flexibility needed to support both performance and long-term career development.

Ready to make a difference? Join Eaton's Dubai Team and be part of a company shaping the future of sustainable manufacturing and power management!

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.

Client-provided location(s): Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Job ID: Eaton-61173Dubai
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2026-03-28T18:38:34

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)