Graduate Building Automation & Controls Engineer

Electrical, Mechatronics, Automation, Robotics, Building Services.

About Idea Smart Homes

We are a specialist engineering company that designs, installs, programs, and integrates intelligent building systems for some of the UK's most prestigious residential developments.

Our projects combine electrical engineering, automation, software engineering, and IT networking to create fully integrated smart buildings. Working with industry-leading technologies, we design systems that control lighting, heating, cooling, ventilation, shading, security, audio-visual, energy management, and building automation.

The Role

We’re looking for a motivated engineering graduate who enjoys solving technical problems and wants to develop into a specialist Building Automation & Controls Engineer.

This is a varied engineering role offering exposure to every stage of a project, from initial design through to programming, commissioning and final handover.

Working alongside experienced engineers, you’ll be involved in:

  • Designing intelligent building automation systems
  • Producing electrical schematics and system drawings using AutoCAD
  • Preparing technical documentation and project records
  • Programming control systems
  • Commissioning systems on client sites
  • Integrating lighting, HVAC, security, networking, and audio visual systems
  • Supporting projects from concept through to completion
  • Working closely with architects, consultants and other engineering professionals

No previous experience of KNX or Crestron is required – full manufacturer training will be provided.

Training & Development

You’ll receive training and experience in a range of industry-leading technologies, including:

  • KNX Building Automation (training provided)
  • Crestron Control Systems (training provided)
  • IT Network Design & Configuration (training provided)
  • AutoCAD
  • Building Management Systems (BMS)
  • Electrical Design
  • Automation Programming
  • HVAC Integration
  • Lighting Control Systems
  • Audio Visual Systems
  • Structured Cabling
  • System Commissioning
  • Technical Documentation

As your experience grows, you’ll have the opportunity to gain recognised manufacturer certifications and become an integral part of our engineering team.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone with a genuine interest in engineering and technology who enjoys learning and solving problems.

We’re particularly interested in graduates from:

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Electronic Engineering
  • Mechatronics
  • Automation & Control Engineering
  • Robotics Engineering
  • Building Services Engineering

You’ll ideally have experience or knowledge of:

  • AutoCAD
  • Programming Principles
  • Automation or Control Systems
  • IT Networking Fundamentals

Above all, we’re looking for someone with enthusiasm, curiosity and a willingness to learn.

Location & Travel

This role is based at our offices on Knowsley Industrial Estate, Liverpool. You’ll also spend time working on client sites, primarily across the North West, with occasional travel throughout the UK and overseas.

A full UK driving licence (or the ability to obtain one shortly after starting) would be advantageous.

What We Offer

  • Immediate start available
  • Competitive salary
  • 37.5-hour working week
  • 32 days’ holiday (including bank holidays)
  • Company pension
  • Full manufacturer training and certification
  • Excellent career progression opportunities
  • Work on prestigious residential and commercial projects
  • Supportive, collaborative engineering team
  • Exposure to cutting-edge building automation technologies.

Why Join Idea Smart Homes?

Unlike many graduate engineering roles, you’ll gain experience across the complete lifecycle of a project - from design and technical documentation to programming, commissioning and client handover.

You'll work with some of the world's leading smart building technologies on high-end residential and commercial developments, while developing expertise in electrical engineering, automation, software engineering, and networking.

If you’re looking for a challenging and rewarding engineering career where you’ll make a real impact from day one, we’d love to hear from you.

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How to Apply

Please send a cover letter and C.V. to jobs@ideaglobal.co.uk 

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  • Deadline
    Ongoing
  • Starting
    Immediate Start
  • Salary
    Competitive + benefits
  • Degree required
    Bachelor's
  • Location
    Knowsley Industrial Estate (Liverpool)
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Disciplines Accepted...
  • Building Services
  • Control & Instrumentation
  • Electronic/Electrical
  • Mechanical
  • Mechatronics/Robotics
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