Application Engineer

ControlsJobs; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision (Employee Paid

401k Plan

Company Laptop

Cell Phone

Discretionary Bonus

Job summary

ControlsJobs in Knoxville, TN is seeking an Applications Engineer to lead BAS design efforts, create Tridium front-end graphics, and manage submittals for projects in the Knoxville region.

The role covers design through procurement, with site visits and collaboration with technicians, programmers, and sales staff. Competitive compensation includes up to $100,000 base salary, discretionary bonus, and standard health and retirement benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience as Applications Engineer in building automation or similar role.
• Proficiency designing BAS architectures with AutoCAD or MS Visio.
• Experience programming Tridium front-end graphics or GUIs.
• Ability to develop Sequences of Operation (SOOs) and BOMs.
• Strong coordination for parts ordering, vendor communication and procurement.

Responsibilities

• Design, document, and manage BAS layouts and automation workflows.
• Develop and configure Tridium front-end graphics and applications.
• Create SOOs, BOMs, and submittal packages for projects.
• Handle parts ordering, vendor coordination, and material tracking.
• Perform field walk-throughs for scoping and clarifications.
• Provide engineering support to installation, programming, and sales teams.

Skills

BAS design

AutoCAD

MS Visio

Tridium GUI programming

SOO & BOM creation

Vendor coordination

Site visits

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

Tridium

Job description

Applications Engineer - Knoxville, TN - Up to $100,000 + Bonus + Benefits

About the Opportunity:

A well-established manufacturer and building automation provider is hiring an experienced Applications Engineer to support expanding operations in Knoxville, TN. This position covers the full lifecycle of BAS projects - from design and documentation to parts procurement, field coordination, and technical support. With more than five decades of industry presence, the company offers long‑term stability, professional development, and a collaborative team environment.

• Title: Applications Engineer
• Location: Knoxville, TN
• Status: Full-Time | Office + Field Visits

Ideal Candidate:

• Background as an Applications Engineer or similar role in building automation
• Proficient in designing BAS system architecture using AutoCAD or MS Visio
• Experience programming or updating Tridium-based graphical user interfaces
• Skilled in developing Sequences of Operation and building detailed BOMs
• Strong coordination skills for parts ordering, vendor communication, and procurement
• Solid troubleshooting abilities with basic programming knowledge
• Comfortable performing site visits and job walks to verify project requirements
• Collaborative team player capable of supporting technicians, programmers, and sales staff

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, document, and manage BAS layouts and automation workflows
• Develop and configure Tridium front-end graphics and applications
• Create SOOs, BOMs, and comprehensive submittal packages for assigned projects
• Handle parts ordering, vendor coordination, and material tracking
• Conduct field walk-throughs for project scoping and technical clarification
• Provide engineering support to internal installation, programming, and sales teams
• Salary: Up to $100,000 (Hourly)
• Bonus: Discretionary
• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision (Employee Paid)
• Retirement: 401k Plan
• Tools Provided: Company Laptop and Cell Phone

This role is perfect for a detail-oriented engineer seeking to lead BAS design efforts, collaborate cross-functionally, and contribute to impactful automation projects throughout the Knoxville region.