BMS Electrical Engineer

Your Projects:

You will be involved in optimising existing BMS control strategies, upgrading outdated BMS controls and network infrastructure, and integrating low-carbon solutions such as Solar PV, heat pumps, and hydronic system optimisation.

If you are a BMS engineer passionate about contributing to the Net Zero goal, this role is perfect for you!

The Role:

As a BMS Optimisation Project Engineer, you will collaborate closely with our team on various BMS energy-saving initiatives, focusing on project implementation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct detailed surveys of BMS and HVAC equipment to identify energy conservation opportunities.
• Assess baseline performance of BMS control strategies by reviewing strategy drawings, O&M documentation, and operating conditions.
• Gather and analyse BMS logs or establish new logging systems to support energy-saving modelling.
• Partner with BMS sub-contractors to design and estimate BMS energy-saving initiatives for tenders and investment-grade proposals.
• Collaborate with sub-contractors to develop and gain client approval for BMS design data, including control philosophies, risk assessments, method statements, and impact assessments.
• Work with project delivery teams to ensure BMS initiatives meet design specifications, timelines, and budgets.
• Assist in the commissioning, witness testing, and handover of BMS energy-saving projects.
• Support the measurement and verification of guaranteed energy savings.

This role is primarily remote, balancing home-based work with travel to project sites and our client's office in Burnley. It is not site-based, and full-time travel is not required, however you will be asked to attend meetings and visit sites.

The Ideal Candidate:

We seek a hardworking, self-motivated individual with proven experience in delivering BMS optimisation and upgrade projects. The ideal candidate will have experience working with BMS sub-contractors and project teams to ensure projects meet specifications, budgets, and deadlines.

Skills/Experience:

• Experience in energy performance contracting is a plus but not essential.
• Deep knowledge and experience in BMS and HVAC control strategy design and operation.
• Proven track record in delivering BMS projects via sub-contractor supply chains.
• Familiarity with integrating HVAC plant into BMS, with knowledge of networks like BACnet, Modbus, MBus.
• Experience collaborating with IT teams to upgrade IT infrastructure from proprietary BMS networks to Ethernet-based systems.

Competencies:

• Highly motivated with strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Passionate about their work and takes pride in quality.
• Flexible in managing workload and meeting deadlines.
• Effective in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team setting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Holds a full UK driving licence.

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Casual dress
• Fuel allowance
• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discounts
• Flexitime
• Free parking
• Health & well-being programme
• On-site parking
• Remote working

Job Type:

• Full-time Contract
• Competitive Salary (dependent on experience)

Join our client and be a key player in driving the transition to low-carbon energy solutions!