Senior BMS Controls Design Engineer

Location: Mulgrave, Melbourne
Join the Smart Building Revolution with Blue IoT

About the Role

We’re seeking an exceptional Senior BMS Controls Design Engineer to join our fast-growing Melbourne team. In this pivotal role, you’ll design, develop, and deliver advanced Building Management System (BMS) solutions that integrate seamlessly into existing infrastructure and drive the next generation of smart, efficient, and connected buildings.

Your deep expertise in Tridium Niagara and your passion for intelligent building automation will see you leading the design, programming, and implementation of large-scale BMS projects, both locally and globally. You’ll also play a central role in evolving our new AWS-powered, GenAI-enhanced Encompass Blue platform, redefining how buildings are managed, optimised, and experienced.

This position offers a unique opportunity to help shape the architecture of the next generation of Hybrid, AI-supervised BMS/EMS systems that will scale across the world.

Why Join Blue IoT?

At Blue IoT, you won’t just be another engineer, you’ll be part of a multi-award-winning Australian PropTech pioneer that’s redefining what’s possible in smart buildings, sustainability, and human wellbeing.

We’re not afraid to challenge the status quo. Our technology has already transformed facilities across education, healthcare, hospitality, and commercial sectors, achieving world-leading results in energy reduction, IAQ improvement, and occupant wellbeing.

As we scale our revolutionary Encompass Blue Mark II platform on AWS, we’re inviting brilliant engineers to join us in shaping a smarter, cleaner, and more connected planet. You’ll work alongside innovators, problem solvers, and disruptors who care deeply about the environment, people, and performance, and those who deliver impact that truly matters.

At Blue IoT, your career can grow in almost any direction. Whether your passion lies in product development, engineering management, applications design, or advanced cloud and AI innovation, you’ll have the freedom and support to explore, grow, and lead. We’re a company that recognises and rewards excellence, offering attractive financial incentives and career progression pathways as you help us pioneer the future of smart building technology.

If you want your work to make a measurable difference to people, to buildings, and to the planet, then this is where you belong.

Key Responsibilities

Design, program, and commission Tridium Niagara-based BMS systems for new and existing buildings.

Lead BMS and IoT integration to deliver intelligent automation, analytics, and connectivity.

Support pre-sales and solution development for new projects.

Create detailed point schedules, hardware selections, control strategies, and BMS panel layouts and complete documentation.

Develop IoT integrations using protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, MQTT, and LoRaWAN.

Collaborate with the software team to integrate AWS GenAI analytics and IoT dashboards.

Supervise contractors and ensure systems are delivered to the highest technical standards.

Migrate existing clients to our new Tridium/AWS ecosystem over the next 12 months.

Provide remote after-hours support for client emergencies (no site attendance required).

Perform maintenance, diagnostics, and continuous improvement to ensure peak system performance.

Skills & Experience

Minimum 5 years’ hands-on experience with Tridium Niagara BMS design, programming, and commissioning.

Strong understanding of BMS protocols (BACnet, Modbus, etc.) and complex HVAC systems.

Demonstrated capability with energy management, lighting control, and system integration.

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and diagnostic skills.

Exceptional written and verbal communication (top 5 percentile).

Optional: experience with Node-RED or other IoT workflow tools.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Building Systems Engineering, or equivalent experience (degree may be waived in exceptional cases).

The Ideal You

You’re not just technically brilliant, you’re curious, collaborative, and motivated by innovation. You thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced team environment, also work well autonomously, and deliver excellence with precision. You’re driven by the desire to make buildings smarter, healthier, and more sustainable, and to be part of something that genuinely matters.

Impeccable references in Australia are essential.

Ready to Shape the Future?

If you’re ready to join a visionary team that’s pushing the boundaries of smart building technology and sustainability, apply now and help us build the intelligent, connected world of tomorrow.