Senior Digital Buildings Engineer

FPC Global are the world's leading digital building experts, we offer full-service integrated technology consultancy and professional services to the built environment. The Senior Digital Buildings Engineer contributes to integrating various BMS, IoT devices, and facility management systems into a cloud platform, working across different vendors and ecosystems.

Responsibilities

• To ensure smooth integration, optimization, and security of applications on cloud platforms. Troubleshoot issues, manage performance, and align cloud solutions with business objectives. Delivery of technical and some non technical (as training and knowledge allows) related engineering Services and projects for clients in accordance with the Proposal, Scope of Work (SoW) and/or Engagement Letter. Manage own workload, communicating and escalating any issues to line manager accordingly
• Carry out research and technical analysis across engineering systems to inform project work
• Conduct non-intrusive on-site physical building inspections and remote network discoveries to identify all IP-capable IoT/OT devices and control systems (BAS/BMS, HVAC, Lighting, EMS)
• Map exact physical device locations and compile comprehensive site data registers
• Interview local facility management teams and sub-contractors on-site to document localized network architecture and configuration parameters
• Promptly escalate any critical operational, energy performance, data anomaly or cybersecurity risks identified during field deployment to senior technical governance teams
• Lead the production of technical reports, documentation, and project outputs
• Assess and analyze existing building systems, including BMS, HVAC, lighting, energy, and IoT devices
• Map and document building systems architecture to ensure compatibility with cloud migration strategies
• Configure cloud infrastructure to receive and process data from various building systems
• Develop and implement data flow protocols from on-premises building systems to cloud platforms, ensuring data quality and integrity
• Work with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) to set up required services, storage, and data processing pipelines
• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity and data privacy policies in data transfer and cloud storage
• Implement encryption, authentication, and access control measures to protect building and operational data
• Analyse system data to generate insights on performance, sustainability, and operations
• Prepare detailed reports on building operations for stakeholders
• Liaise with IT, facility management, and operations teams to understand building system requirements and constraints
• Provide technical support and training to on-site staff on cloud-based building management tools
• Conduct pre- and post-onboarding testing to validate data integrity and system performance
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve issues related to data transmission, system compatibility, and network connectivity
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of onboarding processes, system configurations, and cloud settings
• Generate regular reports on onboarding status, system performance, and key metrics
• Mentor and train DB engineers, sharing knowledge and best practices to enhance the overall capabilities of the team
• Act as a subject matter expert, supporting the team in complex problem-solving and guiding them in engineering solutions and customer service excellence
• Lead knowledge-sharing sessions and help develop documentation and training resources for ongoing team development
• Contribute to improving project delivery processes, tools, and frameworks
• Support lessons learned, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Encourage adoption of best practices and efficient ways of working
• Promote a collaborative and high-performance team culture
• Represent FPC professionally in all client and internal interactions
• Lead and support project teams, fostering collaboration and performance
• Adhere to company policies, governance standards, and reporting requirements
• Support continuous improvement across delivery operations

Preferred

• Experience with BMS systems like Niagara, Delmatic, Delta, LoRaWAN. Certifications in any of these are beneficial
• Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) and relevant cloud services (data storage, IoT hubs, etc.). Certification in any of the cloud platforms is beneficial
• BMS systems experience
• Niagara
• Delmatic
• Delta
• LoRaWAN
• Cloud platforms experience
• AWS
• Azure
• Google Cloud
• Data storage services
• IoT hubs

Benefits

• Work-life balance
• Leadership training
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Professional development
• Explore new ideas, take initiative, and grow in your career

Company

• Digital building consulting and services for built environment
• London, England, GBR
• https://www.fpc-global.com/
• Founded in 2014
• 51-200 employees

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree Controls engineering or a related field
• Typically 7-12 years of experience in design and configuration of building automation systems, cloud integration, or IT infrastructure roles
• Systems Integration related projects or related industries such as Architecture, MEP Engineering Design or Construction
• Strong understanding of MEP Engineering, cybersecurity best practices, energy performance analytics
• Knowledge of edge computing and data preprocessing methods for IoT systems
• Basic technical understanding in delivering digital / smart building and IoT technology projects, including some or all of the following: Digital Building Systems Integration design, development and implementation, Digital Building Controls Systems, Cybersecurity best practices, IP Networking (IPV4, IPV6, Switching, Routing, DHCP, WiFi, Structured Cabling, etc.), System Audits & Site Surveys
• Analytical Skills: Ability to interpret building performance data, identify trends, and develop actionable insights for continuous improvement
• Client-Focused: Excellent client relationship management skills with the ability to communicate technical information effectively
• Process Improvement: Proven experience in understanding and contributing to SOPs, MOPs, and RACIs, with a focus on process optimisation and standardisation
• Problem Solving: Strong troubleshooting skills with a proactive approach to resolving technical issues remotely
• Leadership and Mentorship: Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop junior team members in incident management and operational best practices
• Highly professional, with unwavering honesty and integrity
• Exceptional communicator and client-relationship builder
• A continuous and agile learner
• A systems thinker with attention to detail
• A strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into action
• Experience with BMS systems like Niagara, Delmatic, Delta, LoRaWAN. Certifications in any of these are beneficial
• Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) and relevant cloud services (data storage, IoT hubs, etc.). Certification in any of the cloud platforms is beneficial
• Typically 7-12 years of experience in design and configuration of building automation systems, cloud integration, or IT infrastructure roles.

Required skills

• Building Automation Systems Design, Cloud Integration, IT Infrastructure, MEP Engineering, Cybersecurity Best Practices, Energy Performance Analytics, Edge Computing, IoT Data Preprocessing, Digital Building Controls Systems, IP Networking IPv4, IP Networking IPv6, IP Networking Switching, IP Networking Routing, IP Networking DHCP, IP Networking WiFi, IP Networking Structured Cabling, System Audits & Site Surveys, BMS Systems Niagara, BMS Systems Delmatic, BMS Systems Delta, BMS Systems LoRaWAN, Cloud Platforms AWS, Cloud Platforms Azure, Cloud Platforms Google Cloud, Data Storage, IoT Hubs, Client Relationship Management, Leadership and Mentorship

Experience

• 7-12 years