Critical Systems Commissioning Lead – BMS Controls

About the role

Silent-Aire in Dublin is looking for an experienced BMS Commissioning Engineer to support the commissioning, integration and validation of Building Automation Systems and controls for advanced critical-power and cooling infrastructure in next-generation data centres. This is a hands-on technical role combining controls commissioning, factory testing, software validation, troubleshooting and integrated systems testing, working closely with electrical, mechanical, controls, manufacturing and project teams.

Key responsibilities

• Commission and validate BAS/BMS controls from factory testing through final integrated testing, including point-to-point checks, I/O verification and functional performance testing.
• Review controls architecture, I/O lists, Description/Sequence of Operation and functional design documentation, and validate sensors, actuators, valves, VFDs, alarms, interlocks and control sequences.
• Read, interpret and troubleshoot BMS software and control logic, and develop, review and execute commissioning and functional test scripts.
• Lead the BAS/controls contribution to integrated systems testing, coordinate with electrical and mechanical teams during failure-mode and resilience testing, and verify redundancy, fail-safe operation and automated recovery sequences.
• Support factory, site and regional commissioning, including FAT/FWT/SAT reviews, equipment startup witnessing and capturing lessons learned.
• Ensure safe systems of work, applying LOTO, switching-authority and permit-to-work requirements.

Required profile

• Relevant BAS/BMS, controls, automation or commissioning experience.
• Practical understanding of HVAC, hydronic and liquid-cooling systems; data-centre cooling equipment experience is advantageous.
• Controls, automation, electrical or engineering qualification, trade background or equivalent practical experience.
• Data-centre experience preferred but not essential; mission-critical facilities, industrial automation, manufacturing or pharmaceutical experience also considered.
• Willingness to travel for factory testing, on-site commissioning and major IST activities.

Required skills

• Familiarity with I/O lists, D/SOP, P&IDs, controls schematics and commissioning test scripts.
• Ability to read and troubleshoot BAS software and control logic.
• Understanding of BACnet, Modbus and controls network communications.
• Strong systematic troubleshooting and root-cause analysis, and clear technical writing and communication.