BMS Design Engineer

BMSI; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car/Car allowance

Private medical insurance (BUPA)

Life assurance (4x annual salary)

25 days annual leave + 5 days

CycleScheme up to £5,000

6% employer pension contribution

Heathrow-specific ESR training

Ongoing BMS and product training

Job summary

BMSI is seeking a skilled BMS Design Engineer to join our Aviation team at Heathrow Airport. You will deliver robust BMS designs across all project stages, working with engineers and Heathrow stakeholders to meet high standards.

You'll apply your experience in Building Management Systems, interpret mechanical and HVAC specs, and ensure designs comply with HAL standards while coordinating with suppliers and performing site acceptance activities as required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the Building Management Systems (BMS) industry.
• Design experience or strong technical BMS background with a desire to move into design.
• Knowledge of Trend and/or Tridium systems.
• Solid understanding of HVAC systems and building services.
• AutoCAD experience.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Living within approximately 40 miles of Heathrow Airport (TW6).
• Willingness to undergo a DBS check and airport security clearance process.

Responsibilities

• Develop complete BMS design solutions from concept through to installation.
• Interpret mechanical, electrical and HVAC specifications and drawings.
• Design in accordance with Heathrow Airport (HAL) standards and protocols.
• Produce and maintain points lists, equipment schedules, valve schedules and O&M documentation.
• Specify BMS hardware, software and field equipment.
• Liaise with panel manufacturers and review panel schematics.
• Attend factory acceptance tests where required.
• Support projects throughout the design lifecycle.
• Ensure designs are delivered on time and to the required standards.

Skills

BMS design

BMS industry knowledge

Trend/Tridium

HVAC understanding

Strong communication

Organisational skills

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Looking to work on some of the UK's most complex and high-profile BMS projects?

BMSI has an exciting opportunity for a BMS Design Engineer to join our Aviation team based at Heathrow Airport.

This role would suit an experienced BMS Design Engineer, but we'd also welcome applications from experienced BMS Support, Service or Commissioning Engineers who are looking to move into a design-focused role. If you have a solid background in Building Management Systems and are looking for a new challenge, we'd love to hear from you.

Working on a wide range of airport infrastructure projects, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality BMS designs that support one of the world's busiest airports. You'll work closely with experienced engineers, project teams and Heathrow stakeholders, contributing to projects that are both technically challenging and highly visible.

Your Role

As a BMS Design Engineer, you'll be responsible for producing robust, practical and compliant BMS designs across all stages of a project lifecycle, ensuring systems are delivered to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop complete BMS design solutions from concept through to installation

• Interpret mechanical, electrical and HVAC specifications and drawings

• Design in accordance with Heathrow Airport (HAL) standards and protocols

• Produce and maintain points lists, equipment schedules, valve schedules and O&M documentation

• Specify BMS hardware, software and field equipment

• Liaise with panel manufacturers and review panel schematics

• Attend factory acceptance tests where required

• Support projects throughout the design lifecycle

• Ensure designs are delivered on time and to the required standards

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience within the Building Management Systems (BMS) industry

• Experience in BMS design, or a strong technical BMS background with a desire to develop into design

• Knowledge of Trend and/or Tridium systems

• Solid understanding of HVAC systems and building services

• AutoCAD experience

• Good communication and organisational skills

• Living within approximately 40 miles of Heathrow Airport (TW6)

• Willingness to undergo a DBS check and airport security clearance process

Desirable

• Experience working within critical or highly regulated environments

• Familiarity with Heathrow Airport standards and procedures

• Experience delivering large-scale BMS projects

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, based on experience

• Company car or car allowance

• Generous bonus scheme

• 6% employer pension contribution

• Private medical insurance (BUPA)

• Life assurance (4x annual salary)

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy an additional 5 days

• CycleScheme up to £5,000

• Heathrow-specific ESR training

• Ongoing BMS and product training

• Genuine opportunities for career development

Why Join BMSI?

Our Aviation team has built a strong reputation at Heathrow, delivering innovative Building Management Systems solutions across a wide range of projects. You'll be joining a supportive team environment where knowledge is shared, development is encouraged and everyone works together to deliver the best possible outcome for our customers.

Whether you're already working in design or looking to make the move from a BMS engineering role, this is a fantastic opportunity to broaden your experience, develop new skills and build a long-term career with one of the UK's leading Building Management Systems specialists.

Please note, this role requires previous Building Management Systems experience and candidates should be located within a reasonable commuting distance of Heathrow Airport.