BAS Controls Design Engineer

EMCOR Services Automated Controls; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

EMCOR Services Automated Controls is looking for a Building Automation System (BAS) Hardware Engineer to join our design team in Indianapolis. The role involves designing building automation systems, supporting project documentation, and providing technical support for HVAC systems.

The successful candidate should have a background in HVAC, control systems, and relevant engineering education. This position offers a dynamic environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.

Qualifications

• Control experience and HVAC background required.
• Knowledge of DDC/PLC design preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications necessary.

Responsibilities

• Design building automation systems and create project submittals/shop drawings.
• Mentor new employees and assist in their growth.
• Provide operational and technical support to field operations.

Skills

Control experience

HVAC background

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Associate's degree in a related engineering/technology field

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Visio

Job description

We are a mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP), building automation, and industrial piping contractor. Our team offers a variety of MEP and process piping services, including design‑build engineering for new construction and renovation, installation and specialty construction, maintenance, and air balancing, start‑up, and energy efficiency services.

Job Summary

EMCOR Services Automated Controls is seeking a Building Automation System (BAS) Hardware Engineer with control experience and an HVAC background. The successful candidate will join our growing automation design team, supporting projects in the commercial and industrial markets.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Attend project turnover meetings with the sales and project team.
• Design building automation systems and create project submittals/shop drawings using construction plans and specifications.
• Identify any gaps or ambiguity in the project and submit RFIs as required.
• Establish and maintain unique customer standards in design/build and plan/spec markets.
• With experience, mentor new employees and assist in their growth.
• Write control sequences and coordinate design intent with programers.
• Provide operational and technical support/direction to field operations and subcontractors.
• Obtain field markups and revise the shop drawings with any changes for owner records.
• Maintain backups of all project documentation, including record drawings on construction management software.
• Develop strong relationships with new and existing customers.
• Escalate critical and/or sensitive issues to the Engineering Manager or Project Manager with recommendations for resolution.
• Comply with all company operating policies, procedures, and safety programs as established.
• Perform additional assignments as required by the needs of the company or as directed.
• 10% local travel may be required to customer site visits and progress meetings.

Qualifications

PREFERRED EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

• Associate’s degree in a related engineering/technology field required; bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering preferred.
• In lieu of an engineering/technical degree, a combination of verifiable DDC specific training and two or more years of experience will be considered.
• DDC or PLC design experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of low voltage electrical wiring.
• Experience in engineering, design, or installation/service of HVAC systems.
• Strong understanding of the fundamentals of commercial electrical, HVAC, and control theory.
• Knowledge of the construction industry and contract documentation.

Computer Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, and Excel). Advanced experience with spreadsheets a plus.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Visio, and other electrical, technical, or construction programs.
• Familiarity with building architecture and computer networks.
• Familiarity with third‑party equipment integration over protocols such as BACnet/Modbus.
• Programming experience is a plus.

Required Attributes

• Integrity, honesty, professionalism, and commitment to company values.
• Self‑motivated and able to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent organizational, communication, strategic, technical, analytical, problem‑solving, and multi‑tasking skills.
• High standards of quality with attention to detail.
• Ability to build positive working relationships with peers, management, suppliers, and customers.

Language Skills

Must have the demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in English and cooperate and collaborate with multiple levels of customer, employees, unions, government agencies, vendors and suppliers, and other contractor organizations.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, see, talk, and hear; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty‑five (25) pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must also be able to commute to field locations.

Work Environment

The work environment includes sitting for long periods in front of a computer and traveling to field locations as needed. While visiting field locations, the employee may work outdoors, be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical and electrical parts; high, precarious places; dust, fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; extended exposure to sunlight; cold and heat; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

Affirmative Action Policy

Please review our affirmative action policy.

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