Application Engr I

Jobgether; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Professional development

Technical learning

International collaboration

Career advancement

Meaningful impact

Job summary

Jobgether seeks an HVAC controls engineer to support commissioning and optimization across international projects. You will analyze central plants, AHUs, and DDC systems, review specs, and troubleshoot control loops, sensors, and integration protocols.

You'll collaborate with global customers, prepare technical reports, and help deliver energy-efficient building solutions using Niagara, BACnet, and Tableau for data insights. Remote work options are available, and growth opportunities abound.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related discipline.
• 2–5 years in a project-based engineering environment with commissioning exposure.
• Niagara certification and hands-on Niagara experience.
• Knowledge of HVAC systems, building automation, DDC programming, and commissioning.
• Familiarity with BACnet/LonWorks/Modbus/OPC and related standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop understanding of HVAC systems to support analysis and optimization.
• Identify energy efficiency improvements and practical measures.
• Review specs and sequences of operation for system behavior alignment.
• Apply DDC programming to support configuration and troubleshooting.
• Troubleshoot control loops, sensors, and components; propose corrective actions.
• Conduct functionality checks and review site data for anomalies.
• Analyze data and present findings via charts, reports, and visuals.
• Participate in meetings with global customers, providing technical updates.
• Provide technical guidance to project team and field technicians.
• Prepare monthly project and performance reports with clear progress updates.
• Apply LEED/Green Mark awareness and building automation protocols.
• Adhere to QA procedures and project delivery milestones.
• Manage multiple projects to ensure timely delivery and issue prevention.
• Collaborate across teams for smooth project execution and customer satisfaction.

Skills

HVAC systems

DDC programming

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Safety compliance

Data analysis

Global collaboration

Technical reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Niagara platform

Tableau Desktop

SkySpark Analytics

BACnet

LonWorks

Modbus

OPC

Excel

Job description

Accountabilities:

• Develop a strong understanding of HVAC systems, including central plants, air handling units (AHUs), and unitary control systems, to support effective system analysis and optimization.
• Identify opportunities to improve building energy efficiency and recommend practical energy-saving measures.
• Review functional specifications and sequences of operation to understand system behavior and verify alignment with project requirements.
• Apply direct digital control (DDC) programming knowledge to support system configuration, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
• Troubleshoot HVAC control loops, sensors, and related system components to identify faults and recommend corrective actions.
• Conduct functionality checks against technical specifications and review actual site operating data to detect anomalies and performance issues.
• Analyze system data and present findings through charts, reports, and other clear visual formats.
• Participate in meetings and teleconferences with global customers, providing technical updates and supporting effective communication.
• Provide technical guidance to project team members and support field technicians in resolving implementation and commissioning challenges.
• Prepare monthly project and performance reports, ensuring accurate documentation and clear communication of progress.
• Apply awareness of building standards and sustainability frameworks, including LEED and Green Mark, along with relevant building automation protocols.
• Follow established quality assurance procedures, promote common engineering best practices, and ensure project commitments and delivery deadlines are met.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while supporting timely delivery, minimizing deviations, and proactively preventing technical issues.
• Contribute to smooth project execution through effective collaboration, safety compliance, and a strong focus on customer satisfaction.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Between 2 and 5 years of professional experience in a project-based engineering environment, with practical exposure to building management system commissioning and onsite operations.
• Niagara certification and hands‑on experience working with the Niagara platform.
• Knowledge of HVAC systems, building automation, DDC programming, and the commissioning of control systems.
• Familiarity with building automation and integration protocols, including BACnet, LonWorks, Modbus, OPC, and related communication standards.
• Understanding of networking, database technologies, system integration, software programming or coding, and emerging industry trends.
• Ability to review technical specifications, interpret system operating data, troubleshoot control loops, and identify performance improvements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and experience preparing technical reports and presenting data in chart format.
• Familiarity with Tableau Desktop for data visualization; experience with SkySpark Analytics and Niagara programming is an added advantage.
• Awareness of building sustainability standards and energy‑efficiency practices, including LEED and Green Mark.
• Previous experience in construction or site‑based environments, with a demonstrated commitment to safety procedures and quality standards.
• Exposure to international projects and collaboration with global customers is an advantage.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem‑solving, communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• A proactive, customer‑focused mindset, willingness to learn, sound judgment, and the ability to work collaboratively while taking ownership of assigned responsibilities.

Benefits:

• Remote work arrangement: Flexibility to work remotely while collaborating with project teams and international customers.
• Professional development: Opportunities to expand technical expertise in HVAC controls, building automation, commissioning, and energy optimization.
• Technical learning: Exposure to Niagara, BACnet, LonWorks, Modbus, data analytics, and integrated building management technologies.
• International collaboration: Opportunities to work with global customers and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Career advancement: Scope to strengthen project management, technical problem‑solving, customer engagement, and engineering delivery skills.
• Meaningful impact: Contribute to more energy‑efficient, sustainable, reliable, and high‑performing buildings.
• Salary and compensation: Specific salary details have not been provided in the available job description and should be confirmed during the recruitment process.
• Healthcare and additional perks: Details regarding health insurance, paid leave, bonuses, and other employee benefits have not been specified.
• Relocation assistance: No relocation package is provided for this position.