Marine Project Development Engineer – Fire & Security Systems

Location: Cinisello Balsamo-Milano-Italy, Monfalcone-Gorizia-Italy

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

What You Will Do

As a Marine Project Development Engineer – Fire & Security Systems, you will collaborate closely with the sales, procurement, and engineering teams to develop high-impact system proposals for newbuild and refit projects.
You will prepare proposals for the delivery of integrated solutions for the Marine, Cruise, and Navy markets. This position reports directly to the Country Manager of the Global Marine & Navy Business Unit in Italy.

How You Will Do It

• Identify customer needs and business drivers, translating them into clear and effective commercial strategies.
• Evaluate customer Requests for Quotation (RFQs) and develop technically and commercially compliant solutions.
• Define all technical and commercial elements that form the proposal, ensuring alignment with sales targets and successful order intake.
• Design technical solutions based on collected requirements, leveraging the expertise of both local and international teams.
• Prepare proposal-related cost estimates, margin analyses, project and business risk assessments, bid approvals, and handover documentation in accordance with company procedures.
• Oversee the preparation and presentation of proposal documentation, ensuring full compliance with company commercial standards.

What We Look For

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in project engineering, specifically with one or more of the following systems: Water Mist high Pressure, Low Pressure and Gas Fire Extinguishing Systems (Co2, Inert Gas). Experience with fire detection and PAGA systems is considered a plus.
• Experience with building automation systems is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to structure and coordinate proposals across cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines and shifting priorities.
• Excellent critical thinking, verbal, and written communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
• Ability to build, lead, and motivate a productive team focused on developing winning proposals.
• Good command of written and spoken English.

Our Benefits

We offer an exciting and challenging role with significant professional responsibilities. By joining our team, you will become part of a leading global marine organization known for its stimulating work environment and high levels of job satisfaction.
You will also benefit from exceptional career development opportunities designed to enhance your skills and help you grow professionally.

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, please apply directly via our website.

We offer:

• Flexible working hours
• Agile working
• Meal vouchers of €8
• Company welfare package

Who we are:

Johnson Controls is a global diversified technology and multi industrial leader, serving a wide range of customers in more than 150 countries. Our 120,000 employees create intelligent buildings, efficient energy solutions, integrated infrastructure and next generation transportation systems that work seamlessly together to deliver on the promise of smart cities and communities.   Our commitment to sustainability dates back to our roots in 1885, with the invention of the first electric room thermostat.  We are committed to helping our customers win and creating greater value for all of our stakeholders, through strategic focus on our buildings and energy growth platforms.