Web-Based Graphical Interface Engineer - Contract

• Location: EU or UK (full right to work required)
• Start: January 2026
• Duration - 3 months (open to extension)

My client is looking for an experienced Web-Based Graphical Interface Engineer to join their team. You'll need to be skilled at developing interfaces within the DGLUX / ENVYSION platform (Distech Controls) and possess strong knowledge of open communication protocols used across modern smart-building and energy management environments.

This role involves creating interactive dashboards, custom visualisations, and integrated control logic to support high-efficiency building automation, energy analytics, and IoT-based control systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain web-based graphical interfaces using DGLUX / ENVYSION (Distech Controls).
• Build intuitive and responsive UI components for HVAC, lighting, energy management, and IoT platforms.
• Develop and integrate control strategies using BACnet, Modbus, MQTT, RESTful APIs, and other open protocols.
• Convert system designs, schematics, and control requirements into real-time dashboards and operator interfaces.
• Collaborate with engineers, BMS programmers, and data analysts to ensure seamless user experience and system integration.
• Diagnose and resolve communication, data, and protocol-level issues to optimise performance.
• Standardise and document UI templates, graphical frameworks, and workflows for repeatable deployment.
• Support commissioning and project delivery teams during testing, validation, and handover.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience working with Niagara/N4.
• Demonstrated experience building interfaces in DGLUX or ENVYSION.
• Strong understanding of building automation, IoT, and energy management systems.
• Working knowledge of BACnet/IP, Modbus TCP/RTU, MQTT, and other building protocols.
• Ability to interpret BMS schematics, control logic, and device point lists.
• Proficiency in HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, and responsive design principles.
• Experience integrating real-time data with web-based visualisation tools.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills across data and communication workflows.
• Working knowledge of networking concepts including VLANS, addressing, firewalls, and secure architecture.
• Experience with databases, JSON, and cloud-based integration workflows.

Desirable Skills

• Experience with Distech Controls supervisory devices and the EC-Net environment.
• Experience using SkySpark for data ingestion, tagging, and analytic rule deployment.
• Knowledge of energy modelling or fault detection and diagnostics (FDD).
• Familiarity with IoT / edge-computing platforms.
• Understanding of cybersecurity frameworks for operational technology (OT).

Qualifications

• Degree (or equivalent experience) in Building Services Engineering, Computer Science, Controls Engineering, or related discipline.
• Certifications in building automation systems, IoT platforms, or DDC controls are a plus

How to Apply:

For more information on the role, or an informal discussion regarding opportunities we have available, please contact Zuzanna Szelest on (phone number removed) or email her at zuzanna.szelest[at](url removed)

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