Systems Architect - Building Controls

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Systems Architect - Building Controls

Alecto Recruitment works closely with a UK leading building management systems provider who has been established for over 20 years. They are specialists within building controls along with having a dedicated master system integrator division to their business.

Due to continued growth, they are looking to hire an experienced Systems architect / Smart Solutions Engineer.

Role Overview

As a Smart Solutions Engineer, you'll play a pivotal role in designing and implementing integrated smart building solutions for large-scale commercial projects.

You'll collaborate with clients, vendors, and internal teams to ensure seamless integration across various building systems, delivering solutions that are secure, scalable, and aligned with our clients' objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Integrated Systems Design: Develop and oversee the design of integrated solutions encompassing BMS, lighting, HVAC, and other building systems using protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, DALI, OPC, and MQTT.

Device Qualification: Conduct rigorous testing of system devices, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity standards and verifying robust network capabilities.

Asset Naming Conventions: Ensure adherence to asset naming standards, such as Building Device Naming Standards (BDNS) across all projects.

Building Information Modelling: Implement and manage semantic building data models using standards like

Software Solutions Collaboration: Work closely with our internal software engineering team to define requirements for integrations, data management and enhanced capabilities.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

Minimum 5 years experience in Smart Buildings Industry.

Strong understanding of Building Systems such as BMS, Lighting Controls, Access Control, etc.

Proficiency with open protocols such as BACnet and Modbus.

Good understanding of IT/OT networks and network cybersecurity principles.

Experience with semantic building data modelling standards (BRICK, Haystack, DBO).

Hands-on experience with controller systems, preferably Tridium Niagara.

Salary / Benefits:

£55,000 - £60,000

Car Allowance

25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Pension

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