About us
The University of Luxembourg is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character.
As part of its commitment to excellence in research and education, the University of Luxembourg maintains a cutting-edge infrastructure, including advanced laboratories, clean rooms, and animal facilities. These environments demand high technical and regulatory standards. To support and continuously improve the reliability and performance of these facilities, our Central Maintenance Team plays a critical role.
We are now looking for a Building Technical Specialist with expertise in Building Management Systems (BMS) and automation to strengthen our central maintenance (back-office) team. You will contribute directly to enhancing operational maintenance activities (front office) by improving monitoring, automation, and system reliability.
Your role
You will be responsible for the configuration, maintenance, and evolution of automation, control, and supervision systems across various technical domains (HVAC, lighting, electrical systems, technical alarms).
Development & Optimization
- Develop, configure, and maintain the multisite TOPKAPI (AREAL) SCADA platform
- Centralize existing SCADA interfaces under one unified system (TOPKAPI)
- Monitor emerging technologies to propose innovative automation solutions
Reliability & Compliance
Optimize the regulation of installations to align with technical standards and energy efficiency goalsEnhance the reliability of communications between BMS / SCADA and PLCs, focusing on alarm transmission, redundancy, UPS and IT / OT segregationDiagnose and follow up on control issues in coordination with external contractorsMaintenance & Data Management
Configure and centralize alarms (prioritization, transmission, labelling)Archive and manage up-to-date automation programs (PLC, KNX, etc.)Maintain databases for setpoints, thresholds, and control variablesSupport & Training
Provide technical support and training for internal teams and service providersServe as the main liaison with the IT department regarding network configuration s for BMS and automation systemsProject Involvement
Contribute to the design and development of control and supervision systems for new buildings or facilitiesParticipate in occasional commissioning and system validationDraft documentation such as functional analyses and user manualsAdditional Contributions
Participate in drafting maintenance contracts and supporting CMMS implementationIntegrate energy efficiency, sustainability, and safety considerations into all activitiesYour profile
Education
Bachelor's or Master's degree (Bac+3 to Bac+5) in Automation, Control Engineering, Industrial Engineering, BMS Engineering, or related fieldExperience
3-5 years of experience with BMS, automation, SCADA, and supervision systemsIdeally experienced in regulated and high-tech environments (labs, clean rooms, animal facilities)Technical Skills
BMS & SCADA : Proficient in SCADA platforms, especially TOPKAPI (AREAL)Automation : Skilled in PLC programming (Saia, Siemens, Sauter), with protocols such as KNX, Modbus, BACnet, OPCNetworking : Solid grasp of industrial network architecture, including redundancy, UPS, and segregation of IT and operational networksTools & Languages : Javascript, XML, JSON; HVAC control systems knowledge; familiarity with cybersecurityAssets : Experience with PCVue, WinCC, TROX / Irian software, IIS, SQL databasesSoft Skills
Initiative, autonomy, and adaptabilityStrong analytical and problem-solving capabilitiesSolution-oriented and collaborative approachLanguages
French : C1 levelEnglish : B2 level (used for internal communication and meetings)We offer
Multilingual and international character. Modern institution with a personal atmosphere. Staff coming from 90 countries. Member of the "University of the Greater Region" (UniGR)A modern and dynamic university. High-quality equipment. Close ties to the business world and to the Luxembourg labour market. A unique urban site with excellent infrastructureA partner for society and industry. Cooperation with European institutions, innovative companies, the Financial Centre and with numerous non-academic partners such as ministries, local governments, associations, NGOs …How to apply
Applications should include :
Curriculum VitaeCover letterEarly application is highly encouraged, as the applications will be processed upon reception. Please apply ONLINE formally through the HR system. Applications by Email will not be considered.
All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. In line with our values, the University of Luxembourg promotes an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to upholding equality and respect for our employees and students.
General information :
Contract Type : PermanentWork Hours : Full Time 40.0 Hours per WeekLocation : Campus BelvalInternal Title : Building technical specialistJob Reference : UOL07350