Building Automation Systems (BAS/BMS) Controls Engineer

Catapult Federal Services; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Catapult Federal Services seeks a hands-on Building Automation Systems (BAS/BMS) Controls Engineer for mission-critical data center operations in Meridian, MS, with site locations across Meridian, Phoenix, and Oklahoma City.

You will install, configure, commission, and troubleshoot BAS control systems and coordinate with project managers, electricians, and commissioning teams during active construction and turnover.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of BAS/BMS or HVAC controls experience.
• Experience installing, commissioning, and troubleshooting controls systems.
• Understanding of HVAC systems including AHUs, VAVs, CRACs/CRAHs, chillers, pumps.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, commission, and troubleshoot BAS/BMS control systems.
• Configure controllers, field devices, graphics, alarms, schedules, trends, databases.
• Perform controller startup, point-to-point testing, functional testing, commissioning.
• Program or modify control logic and sequences of operation.
• Troubleshoot HVAC controls, sensors, actuators, VFDs, and networks.
• Support BACnet/IP, Modbus, Ethernet/IP, and other protocols.
• Read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Support commissioning and turnover activities and owner demonstrations.
• Coordinate with project managers, electricians, contractors, and commissioning teams.
• Maintain accurate documentation including as-builts and startup reports.
• Mentor junior technicians and provide technical guidance.

Skills

BAS/BMS experience

HVAC controls

BACnet/Modbus/other protocols

Electrical schematics reading

Troubleshooting/diagnostics

Documentation

Tools

Schneider EcoStruxure EBO

Niagara N4

Siemens Desigo

Metasys

Honeywell EBI

Job description

• Department: Mission-Critical Data Center Operations — Controls & Commissioning
• Role Type: Full-time/CTH
• Relocation Assistance: Comprehensive relocation support is available for highly qualified candidates.

Skilled Trades

Meridian, MS Contract To Hire Sep 9, 2026

Building Automation Systems (BAS/BMS) Controls Engineer

• Department: Mission-Critical Data Center Operations — Controls & Commissioning
• Site Location(s): Meridian, MS / Phoenix, AZ / Oklahoma City, OK
• Role Type: Full-time/CTH
• Relocation Assistance: Comprehensive relocation support is available for highly qualified candidates.

About Our Client

Our client is expanding its mission-critical data center operations, supporting ground-up construction, commissioning, and ongoing operations of critical facilities. The company works hands-on with building automation platforms — including Schneider Electric EcoStruxure Building Operation (EBO) and comparable BAS/BMS systems — to bring new facilities online and keep them running reliably.

Job Description

This role supports ground-up construction, commissioning, and ongoing operations of mission-critical data center facilities as a hands-on Building Automation Systems (BAS/BMS) Controls Engineer. The ideal candidate can install, configure, commission, and troubleshoot control systems — not just monitor them — and is comfortable working across HVAC controls, sensors, actuators, VFDs, and control networks. The preferred platform is Schneider Electric EcoStruxure Building Operation (EBO), though candidates with experience on comparable platforms such as Niagara N4, Siemens Desigo, Johnson Controls Metasys, or Honeywell EBI are encouraged to apply. This person will coordinate closely with project managers, electricians, mechanical contractors, and commissioning teams throughout active construction and turnover.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Install, configure, commission, and troubleshoot BAS/BMS control systems
• Configure controllers, field devices, graphics, alarms, schedules, trends, and system databases
• Perform controller startup, point-to-point testing, functional testing, and commissioning
• Program or modify control logic and sequences of operation
• Troubleshoot HVAC controls, sensors, actuators, VFDs, and control networks
• Support BACnet/IP, Modbus, Ethernet, and other building automation communication protocols
• Read and interpret MEP drawings, electrical schematics, and controls diagrams
• Support project commissioning, turnover activities, and owner demonstrations
• Coordinate with project managers, electricians, mechanical contractors, and commissioning teams
• Maintain accurate documentation including as-builts, redlines, startup reports, and testing records
• Mentor junior technicians and provide technical guidance as needed

Required Experience/Skills

• 3+ years of Building Automation (BAS/BMS) or HVAC Controls experience
• Experience installing, commissioning, and troubleshooting controls systems
• Understanding of HVAC systems including AHUs, VAVs, CRAHs, CRACs, chillers, boilers, pumps, and cooling systems
• Experience with controller configuration, point-to-point checkout, startup, and commissioning
• Knowledge of BACnet, Modbus, Ethernet/IP, or similar building automation protocols
• Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and documentation skills
• Comfortable working in active construction and mission-critical data center environments

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience with Schneider EcoStruxure Building Operation (EBO) preferred; comparable BAS platforms (Niagara N4, Siemens Desigo, Johnson Controls Metasys, Honeywell EBI, or similar) also considered
• Data center or critical facility experience
• Schneider EBO certification or training
• Niagara N4 certification
• EPMS or Power Monitoring Systems experience
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification

Education

Not specified — recommend confirming with client.

Pay & Benefits Summary

Competitive compensation based on experience, technical expertise, certifications, and project background. Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.