BMS Controls Engineer — Energy & HVAC Optimizer

Apple, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple, Inc. is seeking a BMS Controls Specialist to monitor, maintain, and optimize building automation across its facilities portfolio in Austin. You will work with Siemens, Johnson Controls, and other brands to ensure reliable HVAC operation, energy efficiency, and safety.

This role involves field work in mechanical rooms and collaboration with project teams. The ideal candidate has 3+ years in BMS controls, strong troubleshooting skills, and familiarity with DDC, BACnet/IP, and NFPA 72

Qualifications

• 3+ years hands-on experience with building automation/BMS controls.
• Experience with DDC programming, BACnet/IP, and Modbus communication protocols.
• Familiarity with fire alarm systems and NFPA 72 requirements.
• Ability to read mechanical, electrical, and controls drawings.
• Strong troubleshooting across hardware and software.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, operate, and maintain BMS including HVAC controls, chiller plant automation, lighting, and energy management.
• Program, configure, and troubleshoot DDC controllers, sensors, actuators, and field devices.
• Respond to BMS alarms, diagnose root cause, implement corrective actions, and document resolution.
• Perform preventive maintenance on control hardware and software, including firmware updates and calibration.
• Monitor and optimize chiller sequences, AHU operations, and VAV systems for energy efficiency and comfort.
• Support fire alarm monitoring, inspection coordination, and interface with life-safety infrastructure.
• Maintain as-built documentation, point schedules, control sequences, and drawings.
• Coordinate with mechanical, electrical, and fire protection trades during projects.
• Generate and analyze trend data, energy reports, and performance metrics.
• Participate in after-hours on-call rotation for critical alarms.

Skills

BMS controls

HVAC systems

DDC programming

BACnet/IP

Modbus

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings

Education

Associate's degree in HVAC or controls

Tools

Siemens

Johnson Controls

Honeywell

Tridium/Niagara

Schneider Electric

Job description

Apple, Inc. is seeking a BMS Controls Specialist to monitor, maintain, and optimize building automation across its facilities portfolio in Austin. You will work with Siemens, Johnson Controls, and other brands to ensure reliable HVAC operation, energy efficiency, and safety.

This role involves field work in mechanical rooms and collaboration with project teams. The ideal candidate has 3+ years in BMS controls, strong troubleshooting skills, and familiarity with DDC, BACnet/IP, and NFPA 72