Electrical Engineer - BMS Programming

At Modus Projects, we excel in delivering high-quality commercial construction, fit out, facilities maintenance and energy solutions across Australia. Our commitment to quality, innovation, efficiency, and customer satisfaction has established us as a trusted industry leader.

As we continue to expand our Energy division, we are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer – BMS Programming to join our growing team. If you're passionate about smart building technologies, energy optimisation and delivering innovative engineering solutions, we'd love to hear from you.

The Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Electrical Engineer – BMS Programming to play a key role in designing, programming, testing and commissioning Building Management Systems (BMS) across a diverse range of commercial and industrial projects.

Working closely with our Energy team, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality BMS solutions that maximise building performance, improve energy efficiency and ensure safe, reliable operation of building services.

Key Responsibilities

As our Electrical Engineer – BMS Programming, you will:

• Design, develop and configure BMS control strategies and software logic.

• Program, test and commission BMS controllers and integrated building systems.

• Develop and maintain BMS documentation including control narratives, points lists, I/O schedules and as-built documentation.

• Integrate BMS with third-party systems including HVAC equipment, lighting controls, power monitoring, security systems and metering.

• Perform on-site commissioning, testing, tuning and optimisation to ensure system performance and energy efficiency.

• Diagnose and resolve software, network, instrumentation and control system faults.

• Work collaboratively with electrical, mechanical and commissioning teams to deliver projects on time and to specification.

• Provide technical support, training and guidance to clients and internal stakeholders.

• Assist with technical input for tenders, estimates and project variations.

• Promote continuous improvement through the standardisation of BMS engineering practices and innovative solutions.

Skills & Experience

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.

• Demonstrated experience designing, programming and commissioning Building Management Systems (BMS) on commercial or industrial projects.

• Experience with one or more major BMS platforms such as Schneider, Siemens, Honeywell, Tridium Niagara, Johnson Controls or similar.

• Strong knowledge of HVAC controls, electrical systems, instrumentation and communications protocols including BACnet, Modbus or LonWorks.

• Experience producing technical documentation including control schematics, functional descriptions and electrical drawings.

• Excellent fault-finding, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships with clients, consultants and project stakeholders.

• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities across project environments.

• A proactive approach with a commitment to delivering quality outcomes and exceptional customer service.

Why Join Modus?

We're committed to creating a workplace where our people can do their best work.

When you join Modus, you'll enjoy:

• 📍 Modern office at Hub Adelaide on Pirie Street, in the heart of the CBD.

• 🌱 Genuine career progression with a growing national organisation.

• 🤝 A supportive leadership team that values collaboration and fresh ideas.

• 🎂 Birthday Leave to celebrate your special day.

• ❤️ Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with confidential wellbeing support.

• 🌿 Wellbeing initiatives that promote a healthy work-life balance.

• 📚 Ongoing leadership development, training and career growth.

• 💡 The opportunity to influence processes, improve performance and make a real impact.

• 🏆 Recognition for delivering results and developing high-performing teams.

Apply Today

If you're looking to join a business that's passionate about innovation, engineering excellence and delivering smarter building solutions, we'd love to hear from you.