Lighting that belongs.
Architectural and decorative lighting, product selection, technical consultation, and value engineering for commercial, hospitality, and residential spaces.
DARSHAN MULLANKANDY DUBAI · GCC
Light. Control.
Possibility.
I connect lighting expertise with intelligent technology to make buildings work beautifully.
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ENGINEERING THE EXPERIENCEGood light changes
Architectural concept imageryGood light changes
everything.
01 / EXPERTISEComplex systems.
Complex systems.
Effortless experiences.
From the first design conversation to commissioning and handover. Reliable lighting and control solutions for projects across the GCC.
Control, connected.
Programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting integrated lighting systems. Bringing controls, AV, and building management systems together.
Built for what’s next.
Smart building and home automation expertise, with an interest in applying AI to early issue detection and more effective technical support.
HANDS-ON SYSTEM EXPERIENCE
Philips Dynalite · Lutron · Honeywell Ex-Or · Helvar
02 / SELECTED UAE PROJECTSExperience you
Experience you
can see.
A selection of UAE projects I’ve been involved in as part of the Acoulite team since January 2020.
WorkplaceOne Offices at One Za’abeel
Architectural lighting, integrated controls, and a sculptural illuminated installation for a premium workspace.
Photography: Christopher Goldstraw · Source: Acoulite
WorkplaceDIFC Headquarters
Philips Dynalite controls with BACnet and AV integration, occupancy sensing, and daylight-responsive lighting.
Image source: Acoulite project case study
Specialist environmentsMBRSC Command Control Centre
Bespoke architectural lighting and programmable scenes for a space supporting mission operations and collaboration.
Photography: Intelier · Source: Acoulite
WorkplaceAldar Headquarters
Bespoke lighting, automation, and controls supporting a varied contemporary workplace.
Image source: Acoulite project case study
EducationDe Montfort University
Campus-wide Philips Dynalite controls supporting scheduling, motion detection, AV integration, and adaptable learning spaces.
Image source: Acoulite project case study
EducationDubai College
Lighting, controls, and acoustic solutions for learning spaces, with daylight-responsive operation and glare-conscious illumination.
Image source: Acoulite project case study
Project descriptions summarise Acoulite’s scope. Explore each case study for the wider team, design partners, and project details.
03 / EXPERIENCETechnical depth.
Technical depth.
A wider perspective.
A career spanning electrical engineering, on-site commissioning, and technical leadership.
OCT 2023 — PRESENTDubai, UAE
Acoulite Environmental Solutions
Technical Manager
Leading technical support and commissioning for lighting and controls projects across the GCC, from design consultation to handover.
- Coordinate clients, consultants, engineers, installers, and manufacturers.
- Oversee system programming, troubleshooting, training, documentation, and after-sales support.
- Manage scheduling, resources, quality, and project delivery.
JAN 2020 — OCT 2023United Arab Emirates
Acoulite Environmental Solutions
Senior Technical Support Engineer
Delivered advanced lighting controls for commercial, hospitality, and residential installations. Programmed Philips Dynalite, Honeywell Ex-Or, and Lutron systems, integrating DALI, DMX, dimming, AV, and BMS platforms.
FEB 2019 — DEC 2019Dubai, UAE
ELCA Systems
Design and Testing Engineer
Prepared lighting control estimates, technical submittals, shop drawings, and system schematics. Supported product selection and coordinated on-site project delivery.
MAY 2017 — AUG 2018Dubai, UAE
Acoulite Environmental Solutions
Technical Support Engineer
Installed, programmed, and commissioned lighting control systems, resolved integration issues, and delivered training and handover documentation.
JAN 2016 — FEB 2017Bengaluru, India
Eyyani Electric Machines Pvt Ltd
Electrical and Electronics Engineer
Developed PCB circuits, voltage regulators, and sensor-based industrial controls. Worked across product validation, manufacturing support, and quality assurance.
NOV 2015 — DEC 2015Kozhikode, India
PeeKay Steel Castings (P) Limited
Trainee
Industrial training in steel casting operations and machinery, including participation in commissioning a 5-ton electrical furnace.
I’m Darshan.
Engineer by training.
Curious by nature.
I’m a Dubai-based Technical Manager working at the intersection of lighting, controls, and smart building automation.
I believe the best technical outcomes come from clear processes, good communication, and teams that keep learning. I work closely with clients, consultants, engineers, and installers to turn complex requirements into reliable systems.
Alongside hands-on engineering, I’m exploring how AI can improve technical support and help buildings work better.
EDUCATION
Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Anna University, Chennai
Engineer’s Degree · First Class · 2011–2015
05 / CONTINUOUS LEARNINGAlways building
Always building
on what I know.
Helvar Designer
Lighting control system design
Lutron Athena
Intelligent lighting controls
Generative AI Mastermind
Artificial intelligence
Earlier training — Philips Lighting
System Builder and Installers Exam: issued March 2018; expired March 2020.
LANGUAGES
Malayalam Native / bilingual · Tamil Full professional · English Professional working · Hindi Limited working · Kannada Elementary
Better spaces start
with a conversation.
Lighting, smart buildings, or AI in technical support.
I’m always open to exchanging ideas.