Support Engineer Smart Buildings
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 10, 2026. First seen by Alion on Jul 30, 2026.
Base Location: Field based - Oxford, Bicester, Northampton, Swindon, Reading.
Salary: Competitive Salary + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available
The role
As part of our growth plans, we are looking for a Smart Buildings Support Engineer to join our BMS Support team. We are looking for exceptional people who can bring big ideas, new skills and innovative thinking to help us build a world that's more sustainable for you, your family and the community you live in.
Want to make a difference? Be part of an amazing team? Carry out innovative PPM activities and energy reduction initiatives whilst at the same time expanding your skills and knowledge? Then this could be the opportunity for you!
Our Support business has a fantastic reputation in the industry and has some exciting plans to grow and develop the region further, which you can play a key part in.
You will
- Carry out BMS pre planned maintenance, small upgrades and additional works
- Respond to and resolve reactive breakdowns, both within core business hours and as part of the out of hours standby team.
- Identify system improvements such as upgrades, system enhancements and software improvements to ensure energy performance is being managed efficiently.
- Provide detailed and concise reports based upon your onsite activities.
You have
- Good technical experience, Trend or Tridium BEMS/HVAC Building Controls.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to maintain a collaborative working environment with all stakeholders, including customers and external service providers.
- Sound levels of customer service, with a professional approach and a dedication to meeting customer expectations, including delivering technical support, coaching and direction.
- An agile working approach, with flexibility to support an on-call rota structure.
- A full driving licence, as you will be travelling to different sites.
About SSE Smart Buildings
We are one of the largest BEMS suppliers in the UK - a top 3 Honeywell Trend Technology Partner, and the first Siemens Master Partner. We love being a market leader and topping out some outstanding projects to the very highest of standards - on time and within budget!
Working alongside our colleagues in SSE we provide some of the most critical building control and energy generation services required by a zero-carbon world, enabling our customers to achieve their sustainability targets.
Flexible benefits to fit your life
Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.
Work with an equal opportunity employer
SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact Andy on [email protected] / 01738 340826 to discuss how we can support you.
We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.
Ready to apply?
Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.