BAS Design Engineer

ControlsJobs; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Rx

Life Insurance, AD&D, and Long-Term DI

Job summary

ControlsJobs is seeking a BAS Design Engineer in San Jose, CA to design network architecture, wiring schematics, and control panel layouts for DDC systems. The role is primarily office-based with 10–15% fieldwork.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of BAS/Controls design experience, strong BAS networks, and proficiency with AutoCAD or MS Visio. In-house teams deliver full lifecycle support and IT-driven environments.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of BAS/Controls design engineering experience.
• Strong understanding of BAS networks, topologies, and controls layouts.
• Proficient in generating graphics, wiring diagrams, and system architecture packages.
• Excellent organizational and coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Design network architecture, wiring schematics, and control panel layouts for DDC systems.
• Develop floor plan graphics and distributed control/network architecture.
• Write, revise, and interpret Sequences of Operation (SOPs).
• Redline and design controls drawings using AutoCAD or MS Visio.
• Review, track, and manage submittals while generating RFIs as needed.
• Coordinate closely with project managers, subcontractors, and equipment vendors.
• Support integration efforts using BACnet, Modbus, and related protocols.

Skills

BAS design

AutoCAD

BACnet/Modbus

SOPs

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Visio

Job description

BAS Design Engineer – San Jose, CA – $85,000 to $140,000 + Excellent Benefits + Office-Based Role

About the Opportunity:

A long-standing, stable Building Automation contractor is seeking a skilled BAS Design Engineer to join their engineering team in San Jose, CA. This role is ideal for mid-level to senior-level professionals with strong design capabilities in HVAC and Building Automation Systems. The position is primarily office-based with minimal fieldwork (10–15% for job walks or site visits).

• Location: San Jose, CA
• Travel: 10–15% (job walks, site visits, and occasional internal events)
• Status: Full-Time | Office-Based

Key Responsibilities:

• Design network architecture, wiring schematics, and control panel layouts for DDC systems
• Develop floor plan graphics and distributed control/network architecture
• Write, revise, and interpret Sequences of Operation (SOPs)
• Redline and design controls drawings using AutoCAD or MS Visio
• Review, track, and manage submittals while generating RFIs as needed
• Coordinate closely with project managers, subcontractors, and equipment vendors
• Support integration efforts using BACnet, Modbus, and related communication protocols
• Optional: Experience with Tridium platforms (N4, AX, R2) is highly beneficial

Ideal Candidate:

• 3+ years of BAS or Controls design engineering experience
• Strong understanding of BAS networks, topologies, and controls layouts
• Proficient in generating graphics, wiring diagrams, and system architecture packages
• Highly organized with strong communication and coordination skills

Company Overview:

• 40+ years of industry experience
• Specializes in design-build construction and customized BAS/controls solutions
• In-house engineering, programming, and installation teams for full lifecycle support
• Strong focus on cybersecurity and advanced IT-driven system environments
• Develops proprietary analytics platforms utilizing data science and AI

What’s Offered:

• 401(k) with Company Match
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Coverage
• Life Insurance, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability