Building Automation and Controls Hardware Des

Hoffman Mechanical Solutions, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hoffman Building Technologies, Inc. in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Building Automation and Controls Hardware Design Engineer to design, specify, and document electrical control panels, hardware schematics, and field devices for BAS.

You will bridge HVAC equipment such as Chiller Plants, DOAS, and VRF/VRV with DDC control execution, selecting Distech Controls hardware and Tridium Niagara frameworks, while ensuring UL 508A/NEC compliance and producing BOMs and submittals.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hardware design engineering experience in Building Automation (BAS/BMS).
• Experience with Distech Controls hardware and the Tridium Niagara frameworks (N4/AX).
• Strong understanding of NEC and UL 508A panel design principles.

Responsibilities

• Hardware & panel design for BAS/BMS control panels and power distribution using Visio.
• Specify DDC controllers, sensors, actuators, meters, and VFDs per SOO.
• Design system networks with BACnet IP/MS-TP, Modbus RTU/TCP, and integration interfaces.
• Prepare BOMs, riser diagrams, network topologies, and schedules.
• Ensure compliance with UL 508A and NEC; support startup personnel.

Skills

HVAC systems knowledge

Mechanical design understanding

Documentation & submittals

Tools

Microsoft Visio

AutoCAD/Revit

Job description

Building Automation and Controls Hardware Des

Atlanta, GA, US

8 days ago Requisition ID: 3201

Job Title:Building Automation & Controls Hardware Design Engineer

Location: Atlanta Georgia

Job Type: Full-Time

We are seeking a detail-oriented Building Automation and Controls Hardware Design Engineer with strong mechanical HVAC context to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, specifying, and documenting electrical control panels, hardware schematics, field device selection, and system topology for complex commercial and industrial Building Automation Systems (BAS).

You will bridge the gap between complex mechanical equipment—such as Chiller Plants, Steam Generation systems, DOAS, and VRF/VRV integration—and DDC control execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Hardware & Panel Design: Design detailed BAS/BMS hardware control panel layouts, power distribution, and point-to-point wiring diagrams using Microsoft Visio.
• System Specification: Select and specify appropriate Distech Controls DDC controllers, field sensors, actuators, transmitters, energy meters, and VFDs aligned with complex Sequences of Operations (SOO).
• Niagara & Distech Architecture: Design system network architectures leveraging Tridium Niagaraframeworks and Distech hardware platforms, incorporating BACnet (IP/MS-TP), Modbus, and custom integration interfaces (e.g., VRF/VRV gateways).
• Submittal Engineering: Develop comprehensive engineering submittal packages—including Bill of Materials (BOMs), system riser diagrams, network topologies, and valve/damper schedules.
• Mechanical Systems Integration: Design control hardware strategies tailored for complex mechanical applications, including Chiller Plants, Steam Generation, Dedicated Outdoor Air Systems (DOAS), Air Handling Units (AHUs), and VRF/VRV systems.
• Compliance & Support: Ensure all control panel designs adhere to UL 508A and NEC standards while providing direct technical support to panel assembly personnel and field startup technicians.

Qualifications & Skills

Required:

• Experience: 5+ years of hardware design engineering experience specifically within Building Automation (BAS/BMS).
• Software Tools: Proficiency in drafting submittals and hardware layouts using Microsoft Visio (or AutoCAD/Revit).
• Hardware & Software Platforms: Direct design experience with Distech Controls hardware and the Tridium Niagara framework (N4 / AX).
• Deep Mechanical Knowledge:Proven understanding of complex HVAC systems and equipment operations, including:
  • Central Chilled Water Plants (Chillers, Pumps, Cooling Towers)
  • Steam Generation and Boilers
  • Dedicated Outdoor Air Systems (DOAS) and Energy Recovery Systems
  • Variable Refrigerant Flow / Volume (VRF/VRV) system integration
  • Variable Air Volume (VAV) & Air Handling Units (AHU)
• Networking & Protocols: Solid understanding of BACnet IP / MS-TP, Modbus RTU / TCP, and serial/IP topology design.
• Codes: Strong working knowledge of NEC standards and UL 508A panel design principles.

Preferred:

• Distech Controls certification / specialized training.
• Background in mechanical troubleshooting, HVAC service, or field commissioning.

This job description is intended to provide information regarding the essential functions and basic duties of this position. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and duties that could be assigned. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by management as it deems appropriate. This document does not constitute a contract and is subject to change at the discretion of Hoffman Building Technologies, Inc.