Senior Digital Buildings System Engineer

At FPC Global, our people are our greatest asset. We are a fast-growing, global consultancy delivering exceptional outcomes across the full facility lifecycle.

Founded in 2014 by our CEO, Dean Francis, we have grown into a team of 140+ professionals across the Americas, EMEA, APAC, and our London headquarters. We partner with clients to deliver integrated, future-focused consultancy services—setting new benchmarks for sustainability, technology, and performance.

We foster a culture where collaboration, innovation, and ambition thrive. Voices are heard, initiative is encouraged, and careers are built with purpose.

The Digital Buildings System Engineer is responsible for onboarding and integrating diverse building management systems (BMS), IoT devices, and facility technologies into cloud platforms.

This platform-agnostic role ensures seamless, secure data integration across hardware and software ecosystems to enable real-time analytics, remote monitoring, and enhanced operational performance.

You will collaborate with global IT, security, networking, and infrastructure teams to deliver IoT and cloud-based solutions across a global office portfolio. Success requires adaptability, strong communication skills, and the ability to make informed decisions in dynamic environments.

Key Responsibilities

1. Cloud Integration & Platform Management
   
   

Configure and optimize cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) for building system integration.

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Develop secure data flow pipelines from on-premises systems to cloud environments.

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Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and align solutions with business objectives.

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Ensure compliance with cybersecurity and data privacy policies.

2. Building Systems Integration

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Assess and analyze existing BMS, HVAC, lighting, energy, and IoT systems.

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Map and document system architecture for cloud migration and interoperability.

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Connect disparate systems regardless of manufacturer or protocol.

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Conduct system audits and site surveys where required.

3. Device Qualification & Testing

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Test, validate, and troubleshoot IoT devices, gateways, and application drivers.

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Manage and maintain devices within an IoT testing lab environment.

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Collaborate with manufacturers to resolve integration and compliance issues.

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Support MSIs with deployment and onboarding of compliant cloud-connected solutions.

4. Data Management & Analytics

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Implement encryption, authentication, and access control mechanisms.

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Ensure data quality, integrity, and preprocessing at edge level where required.

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Analyze system data to generate insights on performance and sustainability.

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Prepare reports and dashboards for stakeholders (Apps Script knowledge preferred).

5. Collaboration & Project Delivery

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Deliver engineering services in accordance with Proposals, SoW, and Engagement Letters.

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Liaise with IT, facilities, and operations stakeholders globally.

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Provide technical support and training to on-site teams.

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Maintain clear documentation of configurations, processes, and onboarding status.

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Manage workload effectively and escalate risks or issues as required.

Required Qualifications & Experience

Experience

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7+ years’ experience in building automation, systems integration, or IT/cloud infrastructure roles.

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Strong expertise in digital building systems integration and automation technologies.

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Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices for cloud-connected environments.

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Experience with IP networking (IPv4/IPv6, routing, switching, DHCP, WiFi, structured cabling).

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Familiarity with edge computing and IoT data preprocessing.

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Hands-on experience delivering smart building or digital transformation projects.

Education

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Bachelor’s degree in Controls Engineering or related field.

Preferred (Not Mandatory)

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Experience with BMS platforms such as Niagara, Delmatic, Delta, or LoRaWAN.

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Cloud platform experience (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and related certifications