Building Management Systems Engineer

Coventry University Group; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Employers Pension

30 days Annual leave plus Bank Holiday

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Life Assurance 4 x Salary

BUPA Cash Plan

CU Reward Scheme

Job summary

Coventry University Group is seeking a skilled BMS Engineer with a strong Siemens bias to troubleshoot complex control systems and support the design, installation, commissioning and maintenance of Building Management Systems across its estate.

The ideal candidate will work with Siemens Desigo CC and X works, perform maintenance and fault finding on HVAC controls, and help configure graphics, alarms and trend logs while supporting day-to-day operations and energy efficiency.

Qualifications

• Level 3 City & Guilds qualification (or equivalent) in electrical installation, heating and ventilation, or related field.
• ACS or BMS/control qualifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot complex Building Management System (BMS) control systems across multiple sites.
• Support design, installation, commissioning and ongoing maintenance of BMS projects.
• Monitor systems, perform fault finding and repairs on HVAC controls and plant.

Job description

Coventry University Group is a global education group with a mission of Creating Better Futures. We are driven by our passionate belief in the transformational power of education and research to enable and empower our students, colleagues and partners and to improve the world around them.

Our people are key to our success, and each role contributes to the Group’s ongoing progress in communities around the world.

The Role

We are looking for a skilled, proactive and motivated BMS Engineer with a strong Siemens systems bias to troubleshoot complex control systems, support the design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of Building Management Systems at Coventry University ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of our systems.

The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience with Siemens Desigo CC and X works

Working across a diverse range of buildings, you will carry out planned maintenance, system monitoring, fault finding, and repairs on our Building Management Systems, HVAC controls and general plant operation. Using Siemens platforms and networks such as Desigo CC, X works, Modbus, M-Bus, and KNX, you will play a key role in maintaining performance, optimisation, improving energy efficiency, configuring and supporting software development such as graphics, alarms, trend logs, metering reports and supporting day‑to‑day operations such as providing onsite technical support.

Our Successful Candidate

You will have a Level 3 City & Guilds qualification (or equivalent) in electrical installation, heating and ventilation, or a related field, along with relevant ACS or BMS/control qualifications.

With experience of commercial or industrial BMS systems, you will be confident using system interfaces and carrying out fault finding on single and three‑phase systems. You will understand industry standards and take pride in delivering high-quality work.

You will be a proactive problem‑solver who enjoys working both independently and as part of a team and is keen to develop their skills in a varied and technically engaging environment.

As this role supports multiple locations across the Coventry University Group estate, you must be willing and able to travel to regional campuses including Scarborough, Milton Keynes, Central London, and Dagenham as required. Occasional overnight stays may be necessary.

The Benefits

As a staff member of Coventry University, you will have a access to a wide range of industry leading rewards and benefits which includes:

• Excellent Employers Pension Contribution
• 30 days Annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• New Holiday Purchase Scheme up to 5 additional days
• Life Assurance 4 x Salary
• BUPA Cash Plan
• CU Reward Scheme - Discounts across a range of High Street/ Online Retailers

Our Culture

As a global Education Group, equality, diversity, and inclusion are embedded within the fabric of our organisation and are a key focus of our core values. We harness the power and potential of the diverse cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences of our students, colleagues, and partners to create opportunities for all.