BMS Commissioning Engineer

Schneider Electric; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

28 Days Annual Leave

Pension Scheme

Employee Share Ownership Programme

Health & Wellbeing Support

Gym Flex

Job summary

Schneider Electric is seeking a Building Management Systems engineer to design, implement, and commission BMS projects across multiple sectors in the UK. You will work under the Lead Engineer, driving technical solutions and ensuring seamless integration of hardware and software.

The role requires collaboration with customers, sales teams, and project managers, with travel to customer sites as needed. A strong background in HVAC, electrical systems, and building services, plus experience with

Qualifications

• Proven experience in designing and implementing BMS projects.
• Strong understanding of building automation and communication protocols (BACnet, Modbus, LonWorks).
• Proficiency with BMS software platforms such as EcoStruxure Building Operation, Desigo, Metasys.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and engineer BMS solutions based on project requirements and specifications.
• Collaborate with customers, sales teams, and project managers during pre-sales and bidding processes.
• Create detailed engineering designs, control strategies, and network architecture.

Skills

BMS design

Project delivery

Technical liaison

BMS software familiarity

Networking & IP

Commissioning & testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in M&E / Building Services or Electronics

Tools

EcoStruxure Building Operation

Desigo

Metasys

BACnet/IP / Modbus TCP

Job description

The role is based on Large New Build Systems Projects across multiple sectors, including Commercial Real Estate, Hospitals, Prisons, Defence, and Data Centres. The role requires working as part of a small team under the supervision of the Lead Engineer to design, deliver and commission the Schneider BMS solution. This position offers responsibility, accelerated development, and clear progression opportunities.,

• Design, develop, and engineer BMS solutions based on project requirements and specifications.
• Collaborate with customers, sales teams, and project managers to understand project objectives and provide technical expertise during pre-sales and bidding processes.
• Create detailed engineering designs, including control strategies, network architecture, and equipment selection, ensuring compliance with industry standards and customer specifications.
• Develop and review project documentation, including functional specifications, technical drawings, and control narratives.
• Configure and program BMS controllers, sensors, and field devices to enable seamless integration and functionality.
• Maintain working competence in relevant BMS software and programming tools using Script and Function Block.
• Integrate and commission third-party plant using industry protocols such as BACnet/IP, Modbus TCP/RTU, LonWorks, and other proprietary interfaces.
• Interface with and integrate PLC-based systems commonly used across large-scale environments (eg, packaged plant, medical systems, custodial environments, energy centres, critical power infrastructure).
• Conduct system testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning to verify proper operation and performance across a range of building types.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing BMS projects.
• Proficiency in BMS software platforms (eg, Schneider Electric's EcoStruxure Building Operation, Siemens Desigo, Johnson Controls Metasys).
• Strong understanding of building automation and communication protocols including BACnet, Modbus, LonWorks, and IP networking.
• Experience working with ASPs (Application Specific Controllers) and integrating with PLCs used in commercial, healthcare, custodial, defence, and critical infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge and experience of Schneider Electric BMS products preferred but not essential.
• Solid understanding of HVAC, electrical systems, and building services engineering.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to work with diverse stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel to customer sites as required with potential lodge away.
• Building Controls Engineer ECS or CSCS equivalent card.
• UK Driving Licence, HND/HNC in Building Services or Engineering or
• Bachelor's Degree in a related M&E, Building Services, or Electronics discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
• Vocational qualifications with relevant industry training.
• electrical qualifications desirable but not essential.
• At Schneider Electric, Diversity & Inclusion is at the heart of our organisation, it's an integral part of our history, culture, and identity. We recognise that embracing diversity unlocks innovation and creativity and fosters collaboration. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our communities and the customers we serve. As a result, our teams are stronger to drive the company's future. We are proudly participating in the Disability Confident Program offering support to people in the workplace who consider themselves living with a disability. When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviours are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values - Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork - starts with us. IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world. We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.
• Competitive salary & Bonus Scheme, 28 Days Annual Leave + Public Holidays, Holiday Buy & Sell programme, Pension Scheme, Employee Share Ownership Programme, Various Health & Wellbeing Support Options, Gym Flex, Open Talent Market (internal mobility opportunities + access to mentors & projects globally), Shopping & Dining Discounts, Learning Portal and much more.

This position will be posted until filled.

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