BAS Design Engineer – HVAC Controls & Building Automation

Jobot; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Annual raises and profit sharing

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a BAS Design Engineer to design Direct Digital Control (DDC) systems for commercial and industrial HVAC applications, including new construction and retrofit projects. The role emphasizes strong technical knowledge of building automation, collaborating with project managers, sales, and installation teams, and delivering detailed engineering packages.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in BAS/DDC or HVAC controls design, and familiarity with AHUs, RTUs, VAVs, and BACnet protocols.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of BAS/DDC or HVAC controls design experience.
• Strong knowledge of commercial HVAC, mechanical systems, and electrical controls.
• Experience designing control systems for AHUs, RTUs, VAVs, chillers, boilers, and central plants.
• Understanding of BACnet/IP and BACnet MS/TP, and third-party equipment integration.
• Experience developing control schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering submittals.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Visio, Excel, and other engineering/design software.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related discipline preferred; equivalent industry experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Design BAS/DDC control systems for commercial HVAC equipment, central plants, and mechanical systems.
• Develop control drawings, wiring diagrams, flow diagrams, points lists, and sequences of operation.
• Prepare engineering submittals, equipment schedules, bills of materials, and technical documentation.
• Select controllers, sensors, actuators, valves, and other control system components.
• Review mechanical drawings, construction plans, specifications, and project requirements.
• Coordinate with contractors, engineers, and internal teams to resolve design questions and technical issues.
• Support project handoffs, drawing revisions, and field installation teams throughout construction.
• Maintain accurate as-built drawings and final project documentation.

Skills

BAS/DDC design

HVAC controls design

Control schematics

Wiring diagrams

BACnet/IP

BACnet MS/TP

Reading drawings

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Visio

Excel

Job description

Jobot is seeking a BAS Design Engineer to design Direct Digital Control (DDC) systems for commercial and industrial HVAC applications, including new construction and retrofit projects. The role emphasizes strong technical knowledge of building automation, collaborating with project managers, sales, and installation teams, and delivering detailed engineering packages.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in BAS/DDC or HVAC controls design, and familiarity with AHUs, RTUs, VAVs, and BACnet protocols.