BAS (HVAC Controls) Engineer

Vantage Consulting; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Laptop, phone, and company credit card

Family healthcare plan (100% company‑p

Job summary

Vantage Consulting in New York is seeking a Building Automation Engineer to support BAS projects across the New York Metro area and Northern New Jersey. The role focuses on energy-efficient, multi-vendor control environments using Honeywell systems and Tridium Niagara N4 platforms.

The candidate will program, commission, and troubleshoot systems, develop graphics for the Tridium front end, and collaborate with facility managers to ensure reliable operation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering (a plus).
• Strong knowledge of central plants, chiller/boiler, AHUs and VAVs.
• Experience programming and commissioning BAS projects.

Responsibilities

• Program, configure, and integrate new and legacy systems into a single platform.
• Develop and program graphics for the Tridium front end.
• Lead installation and engineering of advanced HVAC control strategies and network architectures.
• Program and commission BAS projects across new construction and retrofit environments.
• Collaborate with facility managers and customers for seamless system operation.
• Direct field commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting of DDC networks.

Skills

Building Automation

HVAC control sequences

Troubleshooting

Programming

Tridium Niagara

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering (a plus)

Tools

Tridium Niagara N4

Honeywell systems

DDC hardware

Job description

A leading Building Automation Systems (BAS) integrator is seeking a Building Automation Engineer to support its growing team across New York and Northern New Jersey.

This role focuses on developing energy-efficient, multi-vendor control environments using Honeywell systems and Tridium Niagara N4 platforms. The successful candidate will be involved in system integration, programming, commissioning, and advanced troubleshooting across a variety of building automation projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Program, configure, and integrate new and legacy systems into a single, cohesive platform.
• Develop and program graphics for the Tridium front end.
• Lead the installation and engineering of advanced HVAC control strategies and network architectures.
• Program and commission BAS projects across both new construction and retrofit environments.
• Work directly with facility managers and customers to ensure seamless system integration and effective system operation.
• Direct field commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting of DDC networks to ensure reliable, around-the-clock automation service.
• Work within a hybrid environment, with flexibility to work from home or on customer job sites.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering (a plus), or equivalent relevant industry experience.
• Strong knowledge of central plants, including chiller and boiler plants, as well as AHUs and VAVs.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• 10+ years of engineering experience, specifically focused on building automation, mechanical HVAC sequences, and low-voltage control circuits.
• Ability to work in data centers, hospitals, museums, and other critical environments.
• Proven ability to program systems from scratch, along with advanced troubleshooting experience within the Niagara platform.
• Strong knowledge of open protocols including BACnet and Modbus, with specific proficiency in Honeywell software and hardware solutions.
• Honeywell experience is a plus.

Travel

• The role is primarily based in the New York Metro area.
• Approximately 6 weeks per year will require domestic travel across the USA to work on customer sites.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Company-supplied laptop, phone, and company credit card.
• Family healthcare plan with 100% company-paid coverage.
• Travel expenses reimbursed for site visits.
• Company-sponsored vehicle, EZ Pass, and fuel card.