About the job:
As our Senior BMS / EPMS Engineer you will have a demonstrable knowledge of HVAC control applications, building management systems and electrical power management systems. Experienced in consultancy, design and construction of data centre and mission critical facilities, working within our Controls team. It will be your responsibility to lead workgroups made up of representatives from the client and other key stakeholder teams. You will be detail-oriented, possess strong organisational skills and be a self-starter. These qualities will go hand in hand with your background in all aspects of building automation & power monitoring. In addition, thoroughly understand mechanical systems, electrical power distribution and networking associated with BMS / EPMS systems.
About you:
This role offers a hybrid remote arrangement in Ireland, requiring attendance at the Dublin office 3x per week.
Degree in building services/electrical/mechanical engineering, electrical & electronics engineering
8+ years’ experience working in data centre, industrial, high-tech or mission critical environments.
In-depth knowledge of Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS), Branch Circuit Monitoring Systems (BCMS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Building Automation Systems (BAS), and Building Management Systems (BMS)
Technical understanding of mission-critical environments
In-depth knowledge of open BAS protocols and communications - BACnet, LON, MODBUS, Ethernet, Web-Services, and HTML
Strong experience with the operation and maintenance of building cooling and related mechanical systems (HVAC, Chilled Water, DX Refrigerant, Evaporative, and related control systems)
In-depth knowledge of server platforms, virtualisation theories and concepts, database design and engineering, data management and disaster recovery/planning/risk assessment
Knowledge of construction techniques and terminology including the ability to read and interpret blueprints, construction drawings and documents is essential
Knowledge of mechanical & electrical systems/schematics
Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
Extensive experience and ability to work on Design & Build (D&B) and Design Bid Build (DBB) projects
Knowledge of construction techniques and terminology including the ability to read and interpret blueprints, construction drawings and documents is essential
Your day-to-day activities:
Lead new project control engineering design, quality approval, process control, product evaluation, vendor proposals, evaluation of product reliability, automated testing, software, research and development
Lead your team in advanced engineering and operational processes and procedures as they relate to large data centre environments
Manage both internal and external vendors and consultants, ensuring objectives are achieved for outsourced project elements
Control system strategies, design, specifications and the preparation of drawings
Monitor and ensure project milestones are met on schedule to ensure on-time project delivery
Work simultaneously on multiple projects, in a team or independently with little to no oversight
Work closely with clients and subcontractors to provide support and technical guidance in BMS/EPMS design
At Ethos, we’re dedicated to fostering an environment that encourages both technical excellence and personal wellbeing
We offer:
Flexible Fridays and a 9-day fortnight working schedule — enjoy every second Friday off to maintain work–life balance.
A state-of-the-art office in Charlemont, Dublin 2, designed to promote collaboration, innovation, and wellbeing.
A culture that values flexibility, learning, and teamwork, with clear progression pathways and support toward professional accreditation
Opportunities to work alongside some of the most experienced engineers in the industry, within a forward-thinking, technology-driven consultancy.
Benefits:
Flexible working times / Hybrid Working
20 days of holidays, increasing up to 25 days
Pension Scheme
Your own company laptop
Coverage for working travel out-of-pocket expenses
Travel tax scheme or bike-to-work scheme
Regular training, mentoring, and further college support
Support for Chartership
A professional subscription fee paid by the company
Heavily subsidized social committee activities (5-a-side football, golf society, climbing club, and regular social events)
Here at Ethos we believe in equal opportunities and that each individual can bring something ‘WoW’ to our organisation. So if you don't necessarily meet every single point on the job description, but think you have what it takes, please still get in touch. We'd love to have a chat and see if you could be a great fit.
At Ethos, our vision is to:
“Be the company people want to work with, and for”
Values
Our values differentiate and focus us every day to be EPIC - for our people and our customers.
Recruitment Agencies: Please do not reply to this job advert. Should Ethos require assistance with this posting you will be contacted by our Talent Acquisition Team.
Ethos Engineering (2005) deliver high-performance mechanical and electrical (M&E) engineering solutions across Ireland and EMEA. Our expertise spans data centres, commercial, offices, and high-tech environments, with services in design & project management, sustainability, smart buildings, and M&E systems for building services.
At Ethos, our EPIC-F values—Excellence, People, Innovation, Clients, and Financial Strength—drive everything we do. We provide bespoke solutions that not only meet regulatory standards but also deliver long-term value through innovation and sustainability.
Our Design & Project Management service offers full oversight from concept to completion, coordinating all project disciplines including mechanical, electrical, civil, and architectural design. With a focus on scope, time, cost, quality, and risk management, we ensure optimal productivity and value engineering throughout the process, tailored to the client needs.
Our Sustainability Services empower clients to meet stringent environmental standards. From energy modelling and whole-life carbon assessments to net zero carbon roadmaps and ESG frameworks, we help reduce carbon emissions and ensure compliance with global sustainability benchmarks like LEED, BREEAM, and GHG reporting. Focusing on your long-term sustainability goals.
Our Digital/Smart Buildings team transforms spaces into intelligent ecosystems. Focusing on sustainability, user experience, productivity, physical security, and efficiency, we integrate digital technologies like IoT, digital twins, and advanced analytics to optimise building performance. We ensure buildings interact seamlessly with people and systems, delivering exceptional results now and in the future.
Ethos’ expansion across EMEA, has been enabled by our ability to create spaces that bring buildings to life. Our methodology involves designing buildings that not only perform today but ones that contribute to the sustainable, green, and circular economy of tomorrow.
