Building Automation System Engineer

Merck & Co.; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 87,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co. in Rahway, NJ is seeking a Building Automation System (BAS) Engineer to support GWES Rahway Operations, focusing on system reliability, troubleshooting, and project execution for HVAC controls.

You will monitor BAS performance, assist with system upgrades, and collaborate with utilities, facilities, and vendors to ensure safety, compliance, and energy efficiency. This on-site role requires 2–4 years in building automation or related fields and a mechanical/electrical engineering

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field) or equivalent experience.
• 2–4 years of experience with building automation or control systems.
• Experience with HVAC systems, controls, and field instrumentation.
• Knowledge of control systems components (sensors, actuators, dampers, valves).
• Experience troubleshooting automation systems and supporting maintenance activities.
• Basic understanding of networked control systems and system integration concepts.

Responsibilities

• Support BAS operation and maintenance, monitor system performance.
• Troubleshoot BAS issues across hardware, software, network, and field devices.
• Perform routine system checks, backups, and updates to ensure reliability.
• Develop and maintain system documentation, databases, and site guidelines.

Skills

Adaptability

Analytical

Automation Systems

Building Automation

HVAC Systems

Field Instrumentation

CMMS

Change Control

Data Analysis

Electrical Systems

cGMP Compliance

Energy Management

Maintenance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical)

High School diploma or GED with 4 years experience

Tools

Schneider Electric EBO

PI Historian

OPC

Job description

Position Title:

Building Automation System (BAS) Engineer

Organization:

Global Workplace & Enterprise Services (GWES)

Position Overview:

The Associate Specialist provides administrative support for the GWES Rahway Operations team. This role focuses on system reliability, troubleshooting, and execution of projects supporting HVAC systems.

The position supports day-to-day BAS operations, assists with system upgrades, and contributes continuous improvement initiatives for safety, reliability, efficiency, and standardization.

Key Responsibilities:

BAS System Support

• Support operation and maintenance of BAS platforms, including monitoring system performance.
• Troubleshoot BAS issues across hardware, software, network, and field devices.
• Perform routine system checks, backups, and updates to ensure reliability.
• Develop and maintain accurate system documentation, databases, and site guidelines.

Engineering & Project Execution

• Support design and implementation of BAS installations, modifications and upgrades.
• Assist with commissioning activities for new or modified systems.
• Work with vendors and contractors to execute scoped project work.
• Ensure work aligns with standards, safety, and compliance requirements.

Operations & Collaboration

• Partner with Utilities, Maintenance, and Facilities teams to resolve system issues.
• Support preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
• Provide input on system improvements and operational efficiencies.

Continuous Improvement

• Assist with system optimization, trending, and reporting.
• Identify and support implementation of energy savings opportunities.

Required Education, Skills & Experience:

• High School diploma or GED with 4 years of experience OR Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field) with equivalent experience.
• Minimum 2-4 years of experience with building automation or control systems.
• Experience with HVAC systems, controls, and field instrumentation.
• Knowledge of control systems components (sensors, actuators, dampers, valves).
• Experience troubleshooting automation systems and supporting maintenance activities.
• Basic understanding of networked control systems and system integration concepts.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in pharmaceutical or regulated environments.
• Experience with BAS platforms; Schneider Electric EBO experience highly desired.
• Exposure to data trending, historians, or analytics platforms (e.g., PI, OPC).
• Familiarity with commissioning and startup activities.
• Understanding of energy management and sustainability practices.

Required Skills:

Adaptability, Adaptability, Analytical Instrumentation, Automation Systems, Bioprocessing, Building Automation, Building Automation Systems, cGMP Compliance, Change Control Processes, Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), Corrective Maintenance, Data Analysis, Data Trends, Detail-Oriented, Electrical Systems, Energy Conservation, Energy Efficiency, Energy Reduction, Energy Saving Programs, Engineering Principle, Field Instruments, HVAC Engineering, HVAC Systems, Maintenance Operations, Maintenance Supervision {+ 9 more}

US and Puerto Rico Residents Only:

Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. We provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit: EEOC Know Your Rights, EEOC GINA Supplement.

We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another's thinking and approach problems collectively.

• EEOC Know Your Rights
• EEOC GINA Supplement

The primary location for this posting is:

USA - New Jersey - Rahway

Where required by law, the compensation range for this role is provided below.

The salary range for the primary location of this role is:

$87,300.00 - $137,400.00

This range reflects the Company's reasonable expectation of the base salary applicable to this role at the time of posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits .

Additional location(s):

Please note the salary range above applies to the Primary Location of the position. Where a role has other listed locations, different compensation guidelines may apply. You may find the salary ranges for additional locations below. If the salary range is not listed for the location you are applying to, our Talent Acquisition team will provide further information to you relevant to your location.

Additional location(s) Compensation Information:

San Francisco Residents Only: -We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Los Angeles Residents Only: -We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance

Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully-

Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. -No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.

Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

1st - Day

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

n/a

Job Posting End Date:

11/10/2026

*A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE -the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

Requisition ID:

R424147