BMS/BAS Honeywell Automation Engineer

Horizon Controls Group; Cork; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions provider in Cork is seeking a skilled BMS/BAS Automation Engineer to design and implement advanced building management systems. The role requires expertise in HVAC systems and relevant protocols like BACnet/IP and Modbus RTU/TCP. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and 3 to 8 years of experience in the field. This position involves hands-on troubleshooting and collaboration with contractors to ensure project success. Competitive compensation and supportive work environment offered.

Qualifications

• 3–8 years’ experience in BMS/BAS automation engineering, preferably with Honeywell.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, energy management, and building services.
• Hands-on experience with system commissioning, validation, and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review BMS/BAS design documents including control architecture and system drawings.
• Customize solutions using Honeywell EBI, Niagara, and ComfortPoint/Open controllers.
• Define network architecture for seamless system communication.
• Monitor and optimize building systems for energy efficiency and occupant comfort.
• Execute IQ, OQ, and PQ validation protocols for BMS in pharmaceutical and GMP environments.

Skills

BACnet/IP

Modbus RTU/TCP

LonWorks

OPC

TCP/IP

HVAC controllers

VFDs

chillers

AHUs

VAVs

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)

Tools

Windows Server

SQL databases

Virtual machines

Job description

Cork city, Ireland | Posted on 09/26/2025

• Developand review BMS/BAS design documents including control architecture,system drawings, wiring diagrams, and control strategies.
• Customizesolutions using Honeywell EBI (Enterprise Buildings Integrator), Niagara,and ComfortPoint/Open controllers.
• Definenetwork architecture (BACnet, Modbus, LonWorks, OPC, TCP/IP) for seamlesssystem communication.
• Programming& Configuration
• Program,configure, and troubleshoot Honeywell controllers (ComfortPoint Open,Excel 800, Spyder, XL series).
• Developgraphics, dashboards, trends, alarms, and schedules within Honeywell EBIand WEBs-N4 platforms.
• Implementenergy optimization sequences and integrate third-party systems viaBACnet/IP, Modbus RTU/TCP, and OPC.
• Overseeon-site installation, loop checks, and point-to-point testing of fielddevices (sensors, actuators, VFDs, meters).
• Conductsystem integration tests, FAT/SAT, and final commissioning in compliancewith project requirements and standards.
• Ensuresmooth handover with detailed system documentation, O&M manuals, andclient training.
• Operation,Maintenance & Troubleshooting
• Monitorand optimize building systems for energy efficiency and occupant comfort.
• Diagnoseand resolve hardware/software issues in Honeywell BMS controllers,servers, and networks.
• Provideremote and on-site support, preventive maintenance, and correctiveactions.
• Validation& Compliance
• ExecuteIQ, OQ, and PQ validation protocols for BMS in pharmaceutical and GMPenvironments.
• Ensurecompliance with ISO, ASHRAE, and local building codes.
• Supportfull project lifecycle: requirement gathering, FDS development,programming, testing, commissioning, and handover.
• Collaboratewith mechanical/electrical contractors, consultants, and end-users forsmooth project delivery.
• Providetechnical support and training to facility operations teams.

Requirements

TechnicalSkills

• Protocols: BACnet/IP, Modbus RTU/TCP, LonWorks, OPC, TCP/IP
• Devices:HVAC controllers, VFDs, chillers, AHUs, VAVs, lighting systems, accesscontrol & fire systems integration
• IT/Networking:Servers, SQL databases, virtual machines, switches/routers, WindowsServer/Active Directory

Qualifications

• Bachelor’sdegree in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, or MechanicalEngineering (or equivalent).
• 3–8years’ experience in BMS/BAS automation engineering (Honeywell preferred).
• Strongknowledge of HVAC systems, energy management, and building services.
• Hands-onexperience with system commissioning, validation, and troubleshooting.
• Excellentproblem-solving, communication, and cross-functional teamwork skills.