Building Automation Controls Engineer — HVAC & Energy

Jobot; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Advancement Opportunities

Stable Client Base/Tenured Staff

401K plan

Company Cell Phone / Laptop

Health/Dental insurance

Paid time off + Holidays + Sick time

Job summary

Jobot in Virginia Beach seeks a Building Automation Controls Engineer to design, implement, and maintain advanced building automation systems (BAS) across HVAC, lighting, and energy management. This role emphasizes developing control strategies, system integration, site surveys, and operator training to ensure efficient, reliable building performance.

You will lead commissioning and troubleshooting, collaborate with project teams, and create comprehensive system documentation while leveraging

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems, controls, and electrical systems.
• Experience with BAS platforms such as Tridium Niagara, Siemens, Johnson Controls, Honeywell, or similar.
• Knowledge of networking protocols (e.g., BACnet, Modbus, LonWorks, TCP/IP).
• Proficiency in programming languages used in automation (e.g., Java, Python, or system‑specific languages).
• Familiarity with schematics, construction drawings, and specifications.
• Understanding of construction site safety requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with a strong focus on Excel.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and implement building automation systems, including HVAC, lighting, and energy management.
• Develop control strategies and sequences of operation for system optimization.
• Perform system integration between various building systems and devices.
• Conduct site surveys and assessments to understand customer needs and system requirements.
• Provide site‑specific training for owners and operators on installed mechanical systems.
• Troubleshoot, commission, and provide technical support for BAS installations.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure timely and successful project execution.
• Create and maintain system documentation, including diagrams, software configurations, and user manuals.
• Monitor system performance and identify opportunities for improvements.
• Diagnose defects in systems, components, and devices.
• Perform commissioning and Test & Balance measurements.
• Assist with project turnover to service providers.
• Work from floor plans, blueprints, specifications, and schematics.

Skills

Java

Python

Networking protocols

Schematic reading

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/CS

Tools

Tridium Niagara

Siemens

Johnson Controls

Honeywell

BACnet

Modbus

LonWorks

TCP/IP

Job description

Jobot in Virginia Beach seeks a Building Automation Controls Engineer to design, implement, and maintain advanced building automation systems (BAS) across HVAC, lighting, and energy management. This role emphasizes developing control strategies, system integration, site surveys, and operator training to ensure efficient, reliable building performance.

You will lead commissioning and troubleshooting, collaborate with project teams, and create comprehensive system documentation while leveraging