Building Management Systems Engineer
2026-06-04T07:32:28+00:00
Mantra Technologies Limited
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FULL_TIME
Kampala
Kampala
00256
Uganda
Professional Services
Science & Engineering, Installation, Maintenance & Repair, Computer & IT
2026-06-18T17:00:00+00:00
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About the job
Position Summary
The BMS Engineer will be responsible for the design, engineering, configuration, programming, testing, commissioning, and maintenance of Building Management Systems (BMS) based on Honeywell technologies such as Honeywell Alerton and Centraline platforms.
The role requires strong technical expertise in HVAC controls, energy management, and integration of various Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems into centralized monitoring and control platforms. The engineer should possess hands-on experience in system integration protocols including BACnet, Modbus, LonWorks, and TCP/IP-based communication systems.
The candidate should be capable of independently handling BMS projects from design stage through commissioning and client handover while ensuring compliance with international standards and project specifications.
Key Responsibilities
1. BMS Engineering & Design
- Design and develop BMS architecture for commercial, industrial, healthcare, airport, data center, and institutional projects.
- Prepare control schematics, network architecture diagrams, I/O schedules, and technical submittals.
- Review MEP drawings and identify BMS integration requirements.
- Develop sequences of operation for HVAC and electromechanical systems.
- Prepare panel layouts and field device interfacing requirements.
2. System Programming & Configuration
- Configure and program Honeywell BMS systems including:
- Alerton
- Centraline
- Niagara Framework (where applicable)
- Configure controllers, graphics, alarms, trends, schedules, and reports.
- Develop HMI/SCADA graphical interfaces for centralized monitoring.
- Implement energy-saving logic and automation routines.
3. Integration of MEP Systems
Strong understanding and integration capability with:
- HVAC Systems
- Chillers
- AHUs
- FCUs
- VRF/VRV systems
- Ventilation systems
- Electrical Systems
- Power monitoring systems
- UPS systems
- Generators
- Lighting control systems
- Plumbing Systems
- Water pumps
- Tank monitoring
- Water treatment systems
- Fire & Life Safety Systems
- Elevators/Escalators monitoring
- Access Control & CCTV interface
- Energy Management Systems
- Data center environmental monitoring systems
4. Testing & Commissioning
- Conduct factory acceptance tests (FAT) and site acceptance tests (SAT).
- Perform point-to-point testing and controller commissioning.
- Troubleshoot communication and integration issues.
- Ensure systems operate according to approved sequence of operation.
- Support client demonstrations and final handover.
5. Project Coordination
- Coordinate with MEP contractors, consultants, OEMs, and clients.
- Attend technical meetings and site coordination meetings.
- Prepare progress reports and commissioning documentation.
- Ensure compliance with project timelines and quality standards.
6. Maintenance & Technical Support
- Provide preventive and corrective maintenance support.
- Diagnose and resolve BMS operational issues.
- Perform software backups and system upgrades.
- Provide remote and onsite technical support.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in:
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mechatronics Engineering
- Electronics Engineering
- Instrumentation Engineering
Additional certifications in BMS/Automation systems are an added advantage.
Experience Requirements
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in Building Management Systems.
- Hands-on experience with Honeywell BMS platforms including:
- Experience in large commercial or industrial projects.
- Proven experience in MEP systems integration and commissioning.
Technical Skills
Strong knowledge of:
- BACnet
- Modbus
- LonWorks
- TCP/IP networking
- HVAC control logic
Ability to read:
- Electrical schematics
- Control drawings
- MEP layouts
Familiarity with:
- AutoCAD
- Visio
- Microsoft Office
Understanding cybersecurity concepts for BMS networks is an added advantage.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Successful project commissioning within schedule.
- System uptime and reliability.
- Quality of integration and programming.
- Client satisfaction.
- Timely resolution of technical issues.
- Compliance with project specifications and standards.
Added Advantages
- Experience with IoT-enabled smart building technologies.
- Energy optimization and analytics experience.
- Knowledge of integration with ERP/FM platforms.
- Exposure to ISO standards and structured project documentation processes.
- Design and develop BMS architecture for commercial, industrial, healthcare, airport, data center, and institutional projects.
- Prepare control schematics, network architecture diagrams, I/O schedules, and technical submittals.
- Review MEP drawings and identify BMS integration requirements.
- Develop sequences of operation for HVAC and electromechanical systems.
- Prepare panel layouts and field device interfacing requirements.
- Configure and program Honeywell BMS systems including: Alerton, Centraline, Niagara Framework (where applicable).
- Configure controllers, graphics, alarms, trends, schedules, and reports.
- Develop HMI/SCADA graphical interfaces for centralized monitoring.
- Implement energy-saving logic and automation routines.
- Integrate with HVAC Systems, Electrical Systems, Plumbing Systems, Fire & Life Safety Systems, Elevators/Escalators monitoring, Access Control & CCTV interface, Energy Management Systems, Data center environmental monitoring systems.
- Conduct factory acceptance tests (FAT) and site acceptance tests (SAT).
- Perform point-to-point testing and controller commissioning.
- Troubleshoot communication and integration issues.
- Ensure systems operate according to approved sequence of operation.
- Support client demonstrations and final handover.
- Coordinate with MEP contractors, consultants, OEMs, and clients.
- Attend technical meetings and site coordination meetings.
- Prepare progress reports and commissioning documentation.
- Ensure compliance with project timelines and quality standards.
- Provide preventive and corrective maintenance support.
- Diagnose and resolve BMS operational issues.
- Perform software backups and system upgrades.
- Provide remote and onsite technical support.
- BACnet
- Modbus
- LonWorks
- TCP/IP networking
- HVAC control logic
- Ability to read Electrical schematics
- Ability to read Control drawings
- Ability to read MEP layouts
- AutoCAD
- Visio
- Microsoft Office
- Cybersecurity concepts for BMS networks
- IoT-enabled smart building technologies
- Energy optimization and analytics
- Integration with ERP/FM platforms
- ISO standards
- Structured project documentation processes
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or Instrumentation Engineering.
- Additional certifications in BMS/Automation systems are an added advantage.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in Building Management Systems.
- Hands-on experience with Honeywell BMS platforms including Alerton and Centraline.
- Experience in large commercial or industrial projects.
- Proven experience in MEP systems integration and commissioning.
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Vacancy title:
Building Management Systems Engineer
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Professional Services, Category: Science & Engineering, Installation, Maintenance & Repair, Computer & IT]
Jobs at:
Mantra Technologies Limited
Deadline of this Job:
Thursday, June 18 2026
Duty Station:
Kampala | Kampala
Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, June 4 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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About the job
Position Summary
The BMS Engineer will be responsible for the design, engineering, configuration, programming, testing, commissioning, and maintenance of Building Management Systems (BMS) based on Honeywell technologies such as Honeywell Alerton and Centraline platforms.
The role requires strong technical expertise in HVAC controls, energy management, and integration of various Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems into centralized monitoring and control platforms. The engineer should possess hands-on experience in system integration protocols including BACnet, Modbus, LonWorks, and TCP/IP-based communication systems.
The candidate should be capable of independently handling BMS projects from design stage through commissioning and client handover while ensuring compliance with international standards and project specifications.
Key Responsibilities
1. BMS Engineering & Design
- Design and develop BMS architecture for commercial, industrial, healthcare, airport, data center, and institutional projects.
- Prepare control schematics, network architecture diagrams, I/O schedules, and technical submittals.
- Review MEP drawings and identify BMS integration requirements.
- Develop sequences of operation for HVAC and electromechanical systems.
- Prepare panel layouts and field device interfacing requirements.
2. System Programming & Configuration
- Configure and program Honeywell BMS systems including:
- Alerton
- Centraline
- Niagara Framework (where applicable)
- Configure controllers, graphics, alarms, trends, schedules, and reports.
- Develop HMI/SCADA graphical interfaces for centralized monitoring.
- Implement energy-saving logic and automation routines.
3. Integration of MEP Systems
Strong understanding and integration capability with:
- HVAC Systems
- Chillers
- AHUs
- FCUs
- VRF/VRV systems
- Ventilation systems
- Electrical Systems
- Power monitoring systems
- UPS systems
- Generators
- Lighting control systems
- Plumbing Systems
- Water pumps
- Tank monitoring
- Water treatment systems
- Fire & Life Safety Systems
- Elevators/Escalators monitoring
- Access Control & CCTV interface
- Energy Management Systems
- Data center environmental monitoring systems
4. Testing & Commissioning
- Conduct factory acceptance tests (FAT) and site acceptance tests (SAT).
- Perform point-to-point testing and controller commissioning.
- Troubleshoot communication and integration issues.
- Ensure systems operate according to approved sequence of operation.
- Support client demonstrations and final handover.
5. Project Coordination
- Coordinate with MEP contractors, consultants, OEMs, and clients.
- Attend technical meetings and site coordination meetings.
- Prepare progress reports and commissioning documentation.
- Ensure compliance with project timelines and quality standards.
6. Maintenance & Technical Support
- Provide preventive and corrective maintenance support.
- Diagnose and resolve BMS operational issues.
- Perform software backups and system upgrades.
- Provide remote and onsite technical support.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in:
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mechatronics Engineering
- Electronics Engineering
- Instrumentation Engineering
Additional certifications in BMS/Automation systems are an added advantage.
Experience Requirements
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in Building Management Systems.
- Hands-on experience with Honeywell BMS platforms including:
- Experience in large commercial or industrial projects.
- Proven experience in MEP systems integration and commissioning.
Technical Skills
Strong knowledge of:
- BACnet
- Modbus
- LonWorks
- TCP/IP networking
- HVAC control logic
Ability to read:
- Electrical schematics
- Control drawings
- MEP layouts
Familiarity with:
- AutoCAD
- Visio
- Microsoft Office
Understanding cybersecurity concepts for BMS networks is an added advantage.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Successful project commissioning within schedule.
- System uptime and reliability.
- Quality of integration and programming.
- Client satisfaction.
- Timely resolution of technical issues.
- Compliance with project specifications and standards.
Added Advantages
- Experience with IoT-enabled smart building technologies.
- Energy optimization and analytics experience.
- Knowledge of integration with ERP/FM platforms.
- Exposure to ISO standards and structured project documentation processes.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 12
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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