BEMS Commissioning Engineer

BEMS Commissioning Engineer Job Description.

About the Role

As a Commissioning Engineer at Imperium Building Systems, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring our technical systems are accurately tested, verified, and commissioned. You'll work closely on site with project managers, principal engineers, and our electrical installation teams, ensuring every project meets our high standards from initial testing through final handover.

Project Specific Responsibilities

• Review and familiarise yourself with project designs, operations descriptions, network topology, and control panel documentation upon assignment.
• Assist principal engineers with software creation and development when necessary.
• Attend initial site visits alongside project management to understand the specific system requirements and installation.
• Supervise and carry out electrical testing, verification, and pre commissioning, ensuring all documentation is accurately completed and installations meet Imperium's high standards.
• Perform approved control panel modifications as instructed, ensuring documentation is updated promptly.
• Ensure correct labelling and identification of all system components and cables throughout installation.
• Address any safety or quality concerns immediately with project managers and principal engineers; cease activities if necessary for safety.
• Power up control panels systematically, testing each circuit methodically.
• Set up and thoroughly test network systems including TCP/IP and serial devices, verifying configurations match design specifications.
• Conduct meticulous testing of all safety interlocks and operational functions.
• Connect and verify functionality of all field devices, sensors, and actuators, ensuring accurate system responses.
• Programme and set up digital field devices such as inverters, digital sensors, and display equipment.
• Perform detailed functional checks against operational descriptions, adjusting and optimising system strategies as required, alongside the principal engineer.
• Tune systems for efficient operation (PID loops, switching bands), ensuring systems perform optimally during environmental commissioning stages.
• Collaborate with principal engineers on third party systems integration.
• Maintain regular system backups, documentation, and complete Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), ensuring thorough record keeping for project completion.

General Responsibilities

• Participate actively in training junior team members and developing educational materials for the Imperium Academy.
• Keep abreast of industry trends, technologies, and best practices.
• Maintain high standards of professional and ethical conduct, adhering to the Engineering Council's ethical principles.
• Support a workplace culture of safety, continuous improvement, and environmental responsibility.

Qualifications & Experience Required Essential Qualifications

• Relevant technical qualifications (e.g., NVQ/HNC/HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering, Building Services, or a related field).
• Strong knowledge and experience with Building Management Systems (BMS) and building services engineering.
• Proven technical experience in commissioning engineering, specifically relating to electrical, network, and automation systems.
• Competency with engineering software and diagnostic tools for testing and commissioning processes.
• Solid understanding of TCP/IP networking, serial communication protocols, and associated diagnostic tools (PING, TRACERT, IP scanners, etc.).
• Understanding of control panel wiring, modifications, and schematic drawings.
• Specific training or certification:
  • BCM01 - BCM06
  • ECS Card (Building Controls Engineer Grade)
  • Tridium N4 TCP
  • Trend Controls

Desirable Qualifications

• Professional accreditation or certification related to electrical engineering or commissioning (e.g., CEng, IEng).
• Training or certification in relevant BMS/Control systems:
  • North BT
  • KNX
  • Distech

Experience

• Minimum 3 5 years of experience as a commissioning engineer in a related industry (building services, automation, or BMS).
• Proven track record of successfully commissioning complex technical systems.
• Previous experience in supervising site based teams and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Experience working in the high end & luxury residential sector.
• Experience dealing directly with clients, consultants, and managing site related documentation effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to identify technical issues proactively and implement solutions efficiently.

Skills & Attributes

• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
• Clear communicator, comfortable interacting at all organisational levels.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Proactive, independent, and reliable with excellent organisational abilities.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

If you are passionate about engineering excellence, client satisfaction, and professional growth, we would love to hear from you.