Smart Buildings BMS Engineer

City of London
6 days ago
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Job title: Digital Building Engineer / Smart Building (Controls & BMS)
Location: London, United Kingdom
Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 per annum
Type: Full-time, Permanent

Are you passionate about smart technology and sustainable design? Our client is focused on creating cutting-edge digital environments across a range of sectors including Commercial, Residential, and Data Centres. As a valued member of their Digital Buildings team, you'll have the chance to work on meaningful projects that make buildings smarter, safer, and more efficient.

What you'll be doing:
You'll play a key role in delivering innovative smart building solutions by:

  • Meeting clients and listening to their needs and identifying opportunities to improve building functionality.
  • Designing smart building systems - from small-scale installations to large, complex developments.
  • Collaborating with their vibrant multidisciplinary team across Smart Buildings, BMS, ICT, Security, and AV.
  • Coordinating with architects, engineers, and project delivery teams to bring smart building visions to life.
  • Producing technical documents such as reports, specifications, drawings, and operational sequences.
  • Presenting complex ideas clearly - whether to a fellow engineer or a less technical client.
  • Support business development and help grow their digital buildings offering.
  • Stay hands-on with project design, specification, and documentation.
  • Be a trusted advisor in BMS and smart building integration.
  • Lead commissioning activities and witness system testing on behalf of their clients.
  • Preparing technical reports and presentations, conveying technical concepts to individuals who may have varying levels of understanding.
  • Participate in business related activities (non-Project) such as business development and relationship building within the industry.

    You'll also be involved in:
  • Supporting project planning, delivery, and quality assurance.
  • Participating in industry events and helping promote their expertise.
  • Sharing your knowledge and mentoring others.
  • Growing alongside them in an industry that's constantly evolving.

    What they are looking for:
    They are on the hunt for someone who's technically savvy and people-smart - someone who enjoys working as part of a team but also thrives independently. Here's what you'll need:

    Experience & Qualifications:
  • A degree in Engineering or a related field, or equivalent industry experience (min. 3 years).
  • Background in building controls, BMS, integration, or IOT, or Smart Building tech.
  • Experience writing specifications, commissioning, or developing controls software.
  • Ability to deliver engaging, audience-appropriate technical reports and presentations.
  • Experience working in a consultancy is advantageous but not compulsory.

    Skills that will help you succeed:
  • Our client is looking for someone who is outgoing, extroverted and who is confident to face clients, and to be able to work independently.
  • Confidence in managing client relationships and translating technical ideas clearly.
  • Knowledge of protocols like BACnet and Modbus, and experience with IP and serial networks.
  • An eye for panel designs and schematics.
  • Interest in IT, cybersecurity, and IoT (e.g., MQTT, analytics platforms).
  • Familiarity with AV, CCTV, Access Control, and ICT systems.
  • Confidence in managing client relationships and translating technical ideas clearly.
  • Experience with BMS systems such as Trend, Tridium, or Niagara.

    Why this company?
    Our client is proud to offer more than just a job - they offer a career in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. You'll be supported by passionate teammates and enjoy opportunities for continuous learning and development through their internal training programs and performance tools like thrive. Our client values innovation, teamwork, and excellence - and they always looking for people who share our their vision.

    Ready to take your engineering career to the next level? Join our client and help build smarter spaces, together. Apply today!

    Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer

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