Junior BMS Applications Engineer
Location -
Greater Manchester (on-site, with occasional site visits where required)
Salary -
£28,000 ? £32,000 per annum (depending on experience) + benefits
Role Purpose
Support the applications/design team in delivering BMS / BEMS projects, assisting on the preparation of design documentation, software/logic for control systems, commissioning support, and ensuring systems conform to customer requirements, regulatory standards, and internal best practice.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in the preparation of technical documentation: descriptions of operation, point lists / IO schedules, panel drawings, mechanical & electrical layouts.
Write software logic / control sequences for HVAC, plant, ventilation, and other relevant systems, under supervision.
Develop or adapt graphics / user interfaces for BMS supervisory systems.
Work on integration of BMS hardware & software: selecting sensors/controllers etc., checking communication protocols.
Support commissioning, testing and handover phases: assisting with on-site testing, functional checks, system debugging.
Collaborate with project engineers, commissioning engineers, and sales or tender teams to ensure designs match requirements.
Ensure compliance with relevant standards & regulations (e.g. electrical, safety, CDM, etc.).
Maintain project files, version control, document revisions, and liaise with sub-contractors/suppliers.
Required Qualifications & Skills
Either a relevant degree (Electrical / Mechanical / Building Services / Controls / Automation) or comparable technical experience.
Some exposure to BMS / HVAC / Controls systems (this may be through previous job, apprenticeship, training or project work).
Basic experience or willingness to learn control logic programming and graphics design (e.g. Trend, Tridium, Schneider, Distech or similar systems).
Understanding of electrical wiring diagrams, mechanical layout drawings.
Good communication and teamwork skills.
Full UK driving licence (for occasional site travel).
Desirable
Experience working on site for commissioning / testing.
Knowledge of network / IP protocols relevant to BMS.
Experience with multiple manufacturers/systems.
CAD / AutoCAD / Visio skills for panel / layout drawings.
Previous exposure to writing sequence of operations or description of operations documentation.
Working Hours
Full-time, typically 37.5-40 hours per week.
Occasional overtime or weekend / site works may be required depending on project schedules.
Benefits
Here are benefits often offered for similar roles; ones that could be included:
25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (rising with service).
Contributory Pension scheme.
Overtime / travel / site allowance for work off-base.
Private healthcare (or health insurance) after probation.
Life assurance / income protection.
Car allowance or company vehicle (or mileage reimbursement).
Laptop, mobile phone, tools as required.
Training & professional development: manufacturer/system vendor training, upskilling in graphics & control logic, certification.
Support for career progression.
Apply for this role with your CV or call Damien on 01254 781300
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