Senior Commissioning Engineer - BMS

Schneider Electric Norge AS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled technical lead to oversee on-site commissioning and engineering activities. This role involves leading technical discussions, managing project timelines, and ensuring quality standards are met. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in HVAC systems and project management, with a proven ability to communicate effectively and make decisions under pressure. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and collaboration, and contribute to projects that shape the future of energy management and automation. If you're ready to take on a challenging role with significant impact, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Travel Opportunities

Professional Development

Flexible Working Hours

Health Insurance

Qualifications

• 5+ years leading technical projects or as Solution Application Engineer.
• 10+ years in HVAC and chiller control systems, BMS, Power monitoring systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site technical and commissioning activities through all project phases.
• Collaborate with global teams and maintain communication with customers.

Skills

Technical Leadership

HVAC Systems Knowledge

Project Management

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor in Engineering

Master in Engineering

Tools

Schneider EBO BMS

PSO SCADA

PME SCADA

Wonderware System Platform

Ignition

Rockwell

Job description

Key responsibilities / functions:

1. Act as on-site technical & Commissioning lead, obtaining the required technical information to support the Application and Engineering teams, and lead on-site activities through design, installation, deployment, and Testing & Commissioning phases.
2. Lead technical discussions and clarifications with the customer, acting as the key contact for all technical topics. Support engineering deliverables development under Project Manager and Application Manager leadership, maintaining regular communication and technical status reports. Participate in meetings with customers, consultants, contractors, and commissioning agents. Prepare and conduct Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) with the customer.
3. Plan labor requirements and lead Testing and commissioning activities, including Local Hardware Settings, Field RTU Settings and Configurations, Point-to-Point tests, Functional tests, and Integrated System Tests, liaising with testing consultants, main contractors, clients, and internal teams.
4. Work closely with the PM and team members to ensure timelines, quality of testing activities, and documentation meet customer standards and SE Quality policy.
5. Support submittal preparation and obtain customer approval for basic and detailed designs of integrated solutions, ensuring alignment with contractual requirements.
6. Work independently and collaboratively with global teams, adhering to global standards.
7. Assist in engineering outputs such as system architecture, technical submissions, interface points, detailed point schedules, control panel drawings, equipment and control valve schedules, operational descriptions, and test scripts. Collaborate with global and site teams to produce engineering submittals based on approved designs.
8. Review and validate technical choices for compliance with the design, based on the Technical Design Process.
9. Possess knowledge in Programmable Logic Controller, SCADA, and DDC Controllers (preferably Schneider brand) development and implementation for HVAC systems, including chiller systems.
10. Have knowledge of HVAC applications such as Chiller Systems, Air Handling Units, Fan Coil units, Computer Room Air Handlers, Mechanical ventilation, Sanitary and Plumbing, Fire Alarm, Low voltage, EPMS applications for Medium/High Voltage Electrical systems, ATS, Generator, UPS, and other systems.
11. Ensure proper and prompt documentation handling, including RFIs, design, engineering, commissioning documentation, and operating manuals, in line with project requirements.
12. Support the project manager in tracking and updating project progress, obstacles, and delays.
13. Collaborate with customer project teams, consultants, main contractors, third-party vendors, and Schneider Electric leaders to understand project milestones and contribute to project profitability and customer satisfaction.
14. Contribute to overall project management by ensuring good execution within budget, identifying risks, and proposing mitigation strategies.
15. Identify potential changes versus contract or design, work with the Project Manager to specify and quote changes, and secure variation orders.
16. Master technical aspects of subcontracted parts, coordinate with purchasing, and define scopes for effective monitoring.
17. Report any technical feasibility issues early and communicate with management.

Preferred Architectures

Schneider EBO BMS, PSO SCADA, PME SCADA, Citec SCADA, Others SCADA – Wonderware System Platform, Ignition, Rockwell.

Qualifications

• University Bachelor / Master in Engineering
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Fluent in English; additional languages valued
• 5+ years leading technical projects or as Solution Application Engineer for large international projects
• 10+ years in HVAC and chiller control systems, BMS, Power monitoring systems, etc.
• Knowledge of data center/mission-critical facility operations and maintenance
• Proven leadership in managing technical teams remotely and locally
• Ability to work under pressure with tight schedules
• Clear and concise technical communication
• Decision-making skills in complex situations
• Ability to learn new BMS/EMS platforms quickly
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
• Effective relationship-building with customers and colleagues
• Willing to travel approximately 80% for training and business