Applications Engineer (BMS)

CBRE; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Applications Engineer to lead Master Systems Integration for building management systems. This role involves creating programming logic, developing user interfaces, and providing both on-site and remote support to clients. You will deliver projects globally, ensuring systems operate efficiently and meet client specifications. With a focus on innovation and excellence, this position offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and make a significant impact in the engineering field. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will help shape the future of building management solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HVAC, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering required.
• Experience with BMS systems, commissioning, and programming is essential.
• Proficiency in Windows-based applications is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Create programming logic and develop system graphical user interfaces.
• Perform system analysis, diagnostics, and ensure proper operation.
• Deliver on-site customer training and coordinate installations.

Skills

BMS Programming

System Commissioning

Technical Support

Control Applications

System Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in HVAC

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Tridium Niagara

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Applications Engineer (BMS)

Job ID: 217113

Posted: 06-May-2025

Service line: GWS Segment

Role type: Full-time

Areas of Interest: Engineering/Maintenance

Location(s): Birmingham, Brighton, Bristol, Edinburgh, Leeds, Liverpool, London, Manchester, Newcastle upon Tyne, Oxford - United Kingdom

Job Summary:

The purpose of this position is to carry out Master Systems Integration of building management systems (BMS), build control databases, engineer user interfaces, and set-up control systems based on project specifications and/or sales proposals. Provides on-site and remote technical support to installers and customers. Performs field startup, system commissioning, and remote software installation tasks.

Delivers projects globally for large enterprise clients using industry-leading technologies and processes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Create programming logic using flow diagrams, sequences of operation, panel layouts, termination details, and project specifications or sales proposals.
2. Program control applications using various software tools to support operator workstations, DDC field panels, and third-party integration devices connected through multiple communication protocols.
3. Perform job site system checkout, commissioning, and testing of control applications to verify proper operation according to project specifications and design documentation.
4. Develop system graphical user interfaces according to project specifications or sales proposals.
5. Act as the technical liaison between owner/construction managers.
6. Deliver on-site customer operator training on the use of the installed system.
7. Perform system analysis and diagnostics, and determine corrective actions to restore systems to proper operating condition.
8. Coordinate system installation with contractors at the job site as required.
9. Conduct final walkthrough with owner and construction manager to ensure all punch list items are complete and obtain signoff of substantial completion.
10. Complete assigned projects within schedule and budget.
11. Identify new business opportunities through memberships, publications, and industry updates.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in HVAC, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering
• Preferably Tridium Niagara and TCP certifications
• Knowledge of HVAC and BMS systems, commissioning, programming, and user interface engineering
• Experience with control and HVAC terminology
• Proficiency with Windows-based computers and applications such as MS Word and Excel