BAS Submittal Engineer

Unify Energy Solutions; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy solutions provider in Houston is seeking a BAS Design Engineer to design and optimize control systems for energy management. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, with a Master’s preferred. Strong technical problem-solving skills, communication abilities, and experience with industrial automation systems are crucial. The role involves coordinating projects, selecting instrumentation, and ensuring compliance with design standards.

Qualifications

• Strong background in control theory and programming.
• Hands-on experience with industrial automation systems.
• Knowledge of HVAC systems and building automation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure design activities align with construction documents.
• Select instrumentation and sensors as per requirements.
• Modify design drawings and maintain documentation.
• Work with engineering and construction teams.
• Coordinate with engineering leadership to maintain design standards.
• Communicate with MEP Engineers, Contractors, Equipment Manufacturers, Project Managers, Field Technicians, and Sales Account Representatives.
• Understand HVAC sequences of operation.
• Identify and gather main actions from the use case.

Skills

Technical problem-solving

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Applications

Job description

Job Summary The BAS Design Engineer will play a key role in the design, implementation, and optimization of control systems for energy management applications. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in control theory, programming, and hands‑on experience with industrial automation systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensures all design engineer activity is aligned with latest conformed construction documents prior to installation.
• Selects instrumentation and sensors based on application requirements.
• Sizes and selects valve and actuators based on application requirements.
• Can modify and update design drawings and maintain “as‑built” documentation.
• Communicates with construction/installation team to capture.
• Understands HVAC sequences of operation.
• Identifies and gathers main actions from the use case.
• Clarifies any settings/parameters.
• Identifies discrepancies based on applications.
• Maintains Unify designs standards and procedures.
• Coordinate with engineering leadership to maintain design standards.
• Communicates with MEP Engineers, Contractors, Equipment Manufacturers, Project Managers, Field Technicians, and Sales Account Representatives.

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities

• Strong technical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Proficient with computers, phones, and other office equipment.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrate an attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to manage a project from development and stakeholder engagement through implementation and evaluation.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Experienced with using Microsoft Office Application.
• Knowledge of building automation systems, HVAC systems, building construction, and contracting.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.