About the job:
As a Senior BMS/EPMS Engineer, you will bring strong technical knowledge of HVAC control applications, Building Management Systems and Electrical Power Management Systems within data centre, industrial, high-tech and mission-critical environments.
Working within our Controls team, you will support the design, coordination and delivery of BMS/EPMS systems across consultancy, design and construction stages. You will work closely with clients, project teams, contractors, vendors and other stakeholders to ensure technical requirements are clearly understood, coordinated and delivered to a high standard.
This role requires a detail-oriented, organised and self-motivated individual with experience across building automation, power monitoring, mechanical systems, electrical power distribution and the networking associated with BMS/EPMS systems.
About you:
Strong knowledge of Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS), Branch Circuit Monitoring Systems (BCMS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Building Automation Systems (BAS) and Building Management Systems (BMS).
Knowledge of open BAS protocols and communications, including BACnet, LON, MODBUS, Ethernet, web services and HTML.
Strong experience with building cooling and related mechanical systems, including HVAC, chilled water, DX refrigerant, evaporative systems and associated controls.
Understanding of electrical power distribution, power monitoring, mechanical and electrical systems, schematics and system integration.
Understanding of server platforms, virtualisation concepts, database design, data management, disaster recovery planning and risk assessment as they relate to BMS/EPMS systems.
Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, specifications, construction documents and technical information.
Experience & Qualifications
Degree in Building Services Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, or a related discipline.
Your day-to-day activities:
Support the development and coordination of control engineering designs for new projects, including control strategies, specifications, drawings and technical documentation.
Contribute to design reviews, quality checks, process control, product evaluation, vendor proposal reviews and reliability assessments.
Provide input into automated testing, software coordination, research and development activities where required.
Support engineering and operational processes relating to large-scale data centre and mission-critical environments.
Coordinate with internal teams, clients, contractors, vendors and consultants to support delivery of project elements and resolve technical queries.
Review technical submissions, drawings and documentation to ensure alignment with project requirements and Ethos standards.
Monitor project milestones, identify risks or dependencies early and support on-time delivery of assigned deliverables.
Support design, construction, commissioning and handover activities for BMS/EPMS systems.
Work across multiple projects simultaneously, both independently and as part of a wider multidisciplinary team.
Work closely with clients and subcontractors to provide technical support, guidance and clarification throughout the project lifecycle.
At Ethos, we’re dedicated to fostering an environment that encourages both technical excellence and personal wellbeing.
We offer:
Flexible Fridays and a 9-day fortnight working schedule — enjoy every second Friday off to maintain work–life balance.
A state-of-the-art office in Charlemont, Dublin 2, designed to promote collaboration, innovation, and wellbeing.
A culture that values flexibility, learning, and teamwork, with clear progression pathways and support toward professional accreditation.
Opportunities to work alongside some of the most experienced engineers in the industry, within a forward-thinking, technology-driven consultancy.
Benefits:
Flexible working times
20 days holidays up to 25 days
Pension Scheme
Working travel out-of-pocket expenses
Travel tax scheme or bike-to-work scheme
Regular training/mentoring / further college support
Support for Chartership
Subsidised Health Insurance Allowance
A Professional Subscription Fee paid by the company
Paid Statutory Leaves
Healthcare check-ups and flu vaccinations
Gym / Fitness membership
Bonus referral scheme
Heavily subsidised social committee (5 a side, golf society, climbing club and regular social events)
Company Description:
Ethos is a team of collaborative and creative consultant engineers & professionals, leading data centre and energy infrastructure projects globally.
Our Charter:
We believe in strong human relationships
We believe clear leadership lights the path
We believe sustainability is non-negotiable
We believe a can-do mindset can move mountains
We believe in a relentless focus on delivery
Our Tagline:
Performance Made Possible
