Building Automation Systems Engineer

University of Toronto; Ontario; On-site; CAD 104,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Toronto is seeking a Building Automation Systems Engineer for its St. George campus. The role involves overseeing BAS operations, enhancing building systems for efficiency, and contributing to sustainability initiatives. This position requires a strong technical background in engineering, particularly within HVAC systems, combined with excellent leadership skills and a commitment to operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Ontario P.Eng. license required.
• 5+ years of experience in HVAC industry.
• Control Room experience in a utility setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop BAS surveillance schedules and objectives.
• Provide technical expertise on BAS controls.
• Lead and manage team operations in control settings.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Leadership

Education

Degree in Electronical, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Tools

DDC (Direct Digital Controllers)

SAP Asset Manager

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Faculty/Division: Asst VP - Operations & Services

Department: F.&S. Utilities -05

Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Building Automation & Operations, the incumbent is responsible for developing BAS surveillance schedules and objectives, tracking & reporting on BAS surveillance performance, working with the Senior Manager and the Building Operations teams to develop an alarm management strategy and reporting, direct the BAS Analysts in the review and interpretation of BAS data and trends related to HVAC control issues. Provide subject matter technical expertise on BAS controls, devices and control sequences when working with Building Operations teams and control technicians in troubleshooting, identifying and making recommendations to the Senior Manager and when directed implement control revisions required to resolve system deficiencies. Primarily responsible and accountable for Building Automation Systems (BAS) Control Room operations and the BAS setup qualifications.

Ensures automated equipment safety management, and automated occupancy safety systems are monitored, and notifications and alerts are properly dispatched following Standard Operating Procedures.

Actively participates in the University's campus-wide sustainability efforts, initiates and supports

opportunities in collaboration with the University's Sustainability Office.

Provides input and assists in technical consultation, building operations management direction, building automation site standards, including design, installation and commissioning.

Interacts with the first level operations staff, and as needed to support customers & other departmental senior management, service providers.

The incumbent will also participate in or perform reviews of building automation and control system design, documents, construction and participate in commissioning functions on new or renovation construction projects managed by other University of Toronto departments. In accordance to Professional Engineering of Ontario rules and regulations as well as the Utilities and Operations general policy for department involvement in the review of construction projects.

Qualifications:

EDUCATION:

Degree in Electronical, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, or another related technical field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Candidates must have their Ontario P.Eng. license and be in good standing.

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum an overall 5-year related experience in building operations, maintenance and building automation within a utility’s environment. Experience with industrial and/or commercial HVAC instrumentation is preferred.

Minimum of 5-years of experience in the HVAC industry designing, installing, operation and maintenance of building automation systems and components within a utilities environment.

Control Room experience working or leading in a control room setting is highly desirable with an understanding of operations, and extensive knowledge of control systems.

Experience managing a team, making critical decisions under pressure, and ensuring smooth operations. Must have experience managing staff in a unionized environment.

SKILLS:

• Interpersonal skills, including the ability to influence others to gain consensus. Ability to lead and motivate a team, especially during critical situations.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent organizational, time management and project management skills.
• Ensuring all systems are running smoothly without overlooking small details and ability to interpret data and use it for system diagnosis and decision-making.
• Proficiency in standard office software applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.
• Skills in handling emergencies and unexpected situations efficiently, effective problem solving.
• Proficiency with DDC (Direct Digital Controllers) preferably with Johnsons Metasys, Siemens Desigo Honeywell, Comfort Point is required, Other BAS systems like Schneider Electric and Automated Logic will also be considered.
• Familiar with the use of computerized maintenance management systems and/or computerized work order systems, experience with SAP Asset Manager would be considered an asset.

Closing Date: 06/24/2025, 11:59PM ET

Employee Group: Salaried

Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing

Schedule: Full-Time

Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: PM 4 -- Hiring Zone: $104,818 - $122,290 -- Broadband Salary Range: $104,818 - $174,698

Job Category: Engineering / Technical

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.

Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [e-mail].

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Engineering

• Industries

  Higher Education, Engineering Services, and Utilities

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