Building Controls Engineer

University of Bath - Campus Infrastructure

Location: Bath

Salary: £38,784 to £46,049 Grade 7

Hours: Full Time

Contract Type: Permanent

Placed On: 21st January 2026

Closes: 18th February 2026

Job Ref: CC13319

The Department of Campus Infrastructure wish to appoint a Building Controls Engineer to join the engineering team and report to the Head of Engineering Services.

About the role

You will ensure the effective management, control, and support of the University’s various controls systems, including management of support contracts and Controls Supervisors. These controls systems include the Building Management Systems (BMS), various lighting control systems and energy monitoring systems.

The University of Bath has a drive to upgrade the BMS system to ensure we stay a modern campus and this role will be key in managing this project.

In addition, the University is currently the world leader in our chosen lighting control platform, and the continued role-out of this across the campus will be a core deliverable.

You will:

• oversee the operation and maintenance of control systems including BMS, boilers, CHP plant, LEV systems, and Lighting systems
• assist Craft staff in diagnosing faults and restoring services quickly to minimise downtime
• lead on planned maintenance programmes and ensure compliance across systems
• manage and work closely with contractors and internal stakeholders to ensure efficient service delivery
• support long-term planning and contribute to risk assessments and technical documentation

About you

The ideal candidate must have:

• A recognised engineering qualification on HNC or higher in an appropriate engineering discipline or related subject
• Relevant qualification or experience in BMS/automated controls related subject for Schneider Sigma, Eco Struxture and Tridium Niagra or similar systems
• IET 18th Edition
• Relevant technical experience in larger buildings or commercial facilities
• Good problem solving, customer service and communication skills are a prerequisite of the post

Further information

This is a full-time role, working 36.5 hours per week (Monday - Friday) but you will be expected to participate in the 24-hour on-call rota for which additional payment is provided.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Ben Spicer, Head of Engineer Services or Natasha Baker, CAFM Manager.