Senior Digital Buildings Engineer

Job Description

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. This platform-agnostic role enables secure, seamless data flow for analytics, remote monitoring, and operational efficiency. The engineer collaborates with global teams across IT, security, and infrastructure, engaging with multiple cloud environments (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and diverse technologies. The role requires strong technical adaptability, quick decision-making, and effective communication to support smart, data-driven building operations.

In addition to client-facing roles and responsibilities, Senior DB engineer  is expected to be an active member of the Digital Buildings Engineering team, to make a positive contribution to the development of the team and wider FPC business, working effectively with all FPC colleagues to successfully deliver projects and support FPC’s business objectives.

Key Responsibilities.

The responsibilities for this role include:

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

• Building System Integration:

  • 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.

• Cloud Onboarding & Configuration:

  • 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.

• Data Management & Security:

  • 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.

• Data Analytics and Reporting

  • Analyze system data to generate insights on performance, sustainability, and operations.

  • Prepare detailed reports on building operations for stakeholders.

  • Preferred knowledge of Apps Scripts

• Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement:

  • 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.

• Testing & Troubleshooting:

  • 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.

• Documentation & Reporting:

  • Maintain comprehensive documentation of onboarding processes, system configurations, and cloud settings.

  • Generate regular reports on onboarding status, system performance, and key metrics

• Mentorship

  • 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.

• FPC Responsibilities:

  • Represent FPC in a professional manner internally and externally, and achieve a high level of customer satisfaction for all work performed

  • Be an effective Digital Building Services team member, communicating with colleagues and working collectively to contribute to the development of Digital Buildings Services Group and the FPC business as a whole

  • Report to line manager, acting in accordance with their requests and direction and those of FPC management 

  • Manage own workload, communicating and escalating any issues to line manager accordingly 

  • Act in accordance with all FPC employment policies and procedures, including FPC Employee Handbook, Health & Safety and Time and Expenses Reporting 

  • Carry out any other duties reasonably requested by FPC Management

Qualifications

• Industry Expertise:

  • 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, Design or Construction. Strong understanding of cybersecurity best practices for cloud integrations.Knowledge of edge computing and data preprocessing methods for IoT systems.

• Technical Skills:

  • 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 

    • Device Testing & Qualification

    • Develop and maintain device qualification test plans, procedures, and acceptance criteria
    • Coordinate the onboarding and qualification of new field devices, controllers, sensors, meters, and gateways.
    • Validate device communication over protocols including BACnet, Modbus, MQTT, OPC UA, and proprietary integrations
    • UDMI Testing
    • Validate device metadata, point models, and telemetry structures against UDMI standards.
    • Verify correct implementation of UDMI schemas, message formats, and data models.
    • Validate telemetry publishing, state reporting, configuration updates, and command execution through UDMI

• Soft Skills:

  • 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 optimization and standardization.

  • 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.

Additional Information

Benefits.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package tailored to your role, with additional performance based rewards. Our benefits include:

• Flexible and Hybrid Working Model to support work-life balance.

• Private Medical Health Insurance for comprehensive care.

• Life Assurance and Income Protection Insurances for added security.

• Competitive Salaries and a Discretionary Annual Bonus Scheme.

• Cycle-to-Work Scheme to promote sustainable commuting.

• Employee Assistance Program for mental health and well-being.

• Professional Development Opportunities to support your growth and expertise in the field.