Building Automation Systems Design Engineer

Jobot; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Building Automation Systems Design Engineer in Nashville, TN to design BAS/DDC systems for commercial HVAC applications. You will develop control sequences, diagrams, and project documentation while coordinating with engineering and field teams to ensure seamless integration of AHUs, VAVs, chillers, and central plant equipment.

The role requires experience with BACnet/Modbus, familiarity with major BAS platforms, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience designing or engineering commercial Building Automation or HVAC controls.

Responsibilities

• Design BAS/DDC systems for commercial HVAC applications.
• Develop control sequences, point lists, network architecture, and system drawings.
• Engineer control solutions for AHUs, VAVs, chillers, boilers, cooling towers, heat pumps, and central plant equipment.
• Generate submittals, panel layouts, and project documentation.
• Review mechanical plans and specifications to ensure accurate system design.
• Coordinate with engineering, operations, and field teams throughout project execution.
• Support system integrations using BACnet, Modbus, and other open protocols.

Skills

BAS design

HVAC controls

DDC controls

BACnet/Modbus

Visio/AutoCAD

Communication skills

BAS platforms

Project coordination

Tools

Visio

AutoCAD

Tridium Niagara

Schneider EcoStruxure

Siemens Desigo

Johnson Controls Metasys

WebCTRL

Job description

Job Title

Building Automation Systems Design Engineer

Job Details

• Full-service building automation systems (BAS) integrator
• Salary: $90,000 - $120,000 per year
• Location: Nashville, TN

About Us

A full-service building automation systems (BAS) integrator specializing in HVAC controls, energy management, security integration, and whole-building automation for commercial, healthcare, education, government, industrial, and institutional facilities

Why Join Us

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Ongoing professional development and certification reimbursement.

What You’ll Do

• Design Building Automation (BAS/DDC) systems for commercial HVAC applications.
• Develop control sequences, point lists, network architecture, and system drawings.
• Engineer control solutions for AHUs, VAVs, chillers, boilers, cooling towers, heat pumps, and central plant equipment.
• Generate submittals, panel layouts, and project documentation.
• Review mechanical plans and specifications to ensure accurate system design.
• Coordinate with engineering, operations, and field teams throughout project execution.
• Support system integrations using BACnet, Modbus, and other open protocols.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience designing or engineering commercial Building Automation or HVAC Controls systems.
• Strong understanding of HVAC equipment, DDC controls, and control strategies.
• Experience with one or more BAS platforms including Tridium Niagara, Schneider EcoStruxure, Siemens Desigo, Johnson Controls Metasys, Distech, Delta Controls, Reliable Controls, Honeywell, Alerton, or Automated Logic (WebCTRL).
• Familiarity with BACnet, Modbus, and networked control systems.
• Experience with Microsoft Visio or AutoCAD is a plus.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.