Building Technical Specialist - bms & automation

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 goals Enhance the reliability of communications between BMS / SCADA and PLCs, focusing on alarm transmission, redundancy, UPS and IT / OT segregation Diagnose and follow up on control issues in coordination with external contractors Maintenance & 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 variables Support & Training Provide technical support and training for internal teams and service providers Serve as the main liaison with the IT department regarding network configurations for BMS and automation systems Project Involvement Contribute to the design and development of control and supervision systems for new buildings or facilities Participate in occasional commissioning and system validation Draft documentation such as functional analyses and user manuals Additional Contributions Participate in drafting maintenance contracts and supporting CMMS implementation Integrate energy efficiency, sustainability, and safety considerations into all activities Your profile Education Bachelor's or Master's degree (Bac+3 to Bac+5) in Automation, Control Engineering, Industrial Engineering, BMS Engineering, or related field Experience 3-5 years of experience with BMS, automation, SCADA, and supervision systems Ideally 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, OPC Networking : Solid grasp of industrial network architecture, including redundancy, UPS, and segregation of IT and operational networks Tools & Languages : Javascript, XML, JSON; HVAC control systems knowledge; familiarity with cybersecurity Assets : Experience with PCVue, WinCC, TROX / Irian software, IIS, SQL databases Soft Skills Initiative, autonomy, and adaptability Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities Solution-oriented and collaborative approach Languages French : C1 level English : 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 infrastructure A 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 Vitae Cover letter Early 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. G...

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