Graduate BMS Controls Programmer

Bennett and Game Recruitment Ltd; Penryn; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Pension scheme

Permanent position

Office-based role

Job summary

Bennett and Game Recruitment Ltd in Cornwall is seeking a BMS/Building Controls Programmer to design and implement building control solutions using Tridium.

The role involves developing systems from concept to completion, programming and configuring controls, and collaborating with electrical engineers and electricians to deliver integrated building services.

Qualifications

• Graduate in Building Services, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Automation.
• Experience in BMS, building controls, building automation, PLC programming or related environment.
• Tridium experience is essential.
• Good understanding of building control systems and related services.

Responsibilities

• Develop and programme building management and building control systems from concept through completion.
• Use Tridium-based control systems to develop and configure building automation solutions.
• Write and modify software/programs to control building services and equipment.
• Work with BMS, PLC and building automation systems to deliver effective control solutions.
• Develop building systems and control strategies to meet project requirements.
• Collaborate with electrical engineers, electricians and other building services professionals during development and installation.
• Engineer complete control solutions from the ground up, including programming, configuration and system integration.
• Test, troubleshoot and optimise control systems for reliable operation.
• Produce and maintain clear technical documentation for programming and configuration.
• Assist with commissioning and resolving technical issues.
• Stay updated with developments in building controls and automation technologies.

Skills

Tridium experience

PLC programming

Building automation

Electrical engineering background

Problem-solving

Education

Graduate in Building Services, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Automation

Job description

Position: BMS / Building Controls Programmer
Location: Cornwall
Salary: Up to 70,000 DOE (More of a starter salary for graduates)
Working Arrangement: Office / Site Based
Employment Type: Permanent

The BMS / Building Controls Programmer position is required in Cornwall for our client.

Our client is a specialist business operating within the building controls and building services sector, developing and delivering intelligent control solutions for buildings and associated systems. The role would suit an experienced programmer or controls engineer with a strong background in BMS, building automation or PLC-based control systems, particularly someone with Tridium experience.

The successful candidate will be involved in developing building control systems from the ground up, programming and configuring control systems, producing technical documentation and working closely with engineers and electricians to deliver complete solutions. The role could also suit an electrician or electrical/controls engineer with a strong interest in programming, automation and home/building automation.

BMS / Building Controls Programmer Job Overview

• Develop and programme building management and building control systems from initial concept through to completion.
• Use Tridium-based control systems to develop and configure building automation solutions.
• Write and modify software/programs to control building services and associated equipment.
• Work with BMS, PLC and building automation systems to deliver effective control solutions.
• Develop building systems and control strategies to meet project requirements.
• Work closely with electrical engineers, electricians and other building services professionals during system development and installation.
• Engineer complete control solutions from the ground up, including programming, configuration and system integration.
• Test, troubleshoot and optimise control systems to ensure reliable operation.
• Produce and maintain clear technical documentation relating to programming, system configuration and completed projects.
• Assist with commissioning and resolving technical issues where required.
• Keep up to date with developments in building controls, automation and associated technologies.

BMS / Building Controls Programmer Job Requirements

Graduate in Building Services, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Automation.

The below are more for someone experienced:

• Previous experience within BMS, building controls, building automation, PLC programming or a closely related building services environment.
• Tridium experience is essential.
• Good understanding of building control systems and associated building services.
• Experience developing, programming or configuring control systems.
• Ability to understand electrical/control systems and how different building services interact.
• Experience with PLCs and/or other automation platforms would be advantageous.
• Electrical or controls engineering background would be beneficial.
• An electrician with programming/controls experience and a genuine interest in automation and smart building technology would also be considered.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to develop solutions from scratch.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of programming and technical projects.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work alongside engineers, electricians and other technical teams.
• Full UK driving licence would be advantageous due to the nature of the role.

BMS / Building Controls Programmer Salary & Benefits

• Salary: Up to 70,000 DOE (Take note graduates will be more of a starter salary)
• Holiday entitlement: 25 days plus statutory holidays
• Pension scheme contributions
• Permanent position
• Further benefits to be discussed