Building Automation Systems Engineer III - HVAC

EMCOR Services Mesa Energy; San Leandro (CA); On-site; USD 97,809 - 117,096; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Health savings account

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan

College Coach

Employee assistance program

Job summary

EMCOR Services Mesa Energy is seeking a Systems Engineer III in California to coordinate control system planning, installation, programming, and commissioning. You will mentor junior engineers and oversee field activities across chiller, boiler, and AHU control projects.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in engineering and 10+ years of automation experience in HVAC systems, with strong customer interfacing and programming skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (preferably Electrical or Mechanical) or equivalent field experience.
• 10+ years of direct automation experience with control systems and programming.
• Working knowledge of at least three HVAC controls systems (preferably Delta, Distech, JCI or Andover).
• Knowledge of mechanical systems.
• Ability to interface with customers at a supervisory and management level.
• Engineering skills include electronics, mechanics, hydraulics, pneumatics and programming.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good computer skills, understanding of controls networking.
• A valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Develop and program a written sequence of operations based on mechanical drawings.
• Lead and schedule commissioning efforts.
• Actively participate in LEED commissioning and coordination meetings.
• Understand the design of mechanical equipment and systems (Chiller, Boiler, Custom AHU’s, Primary/Secondary pumping, Variable flow Chilled water plants, Clean Room Applications, Demand Response).
• Design and implement complex electrical control circuits (Hardwired Interlocks and Relay logic).
• Provide solutions for energy‑saving opportunities and potential scopes of work for control implementation.
• Perform training for Systems Engineer I and II.

Skills

Automation experience

Control systems programming

HVAC controls knowledge

Customer interfacing

Communication skills

Mentoring/training

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical or Mechanical) or equivalent

Job description

We are a full-service HVAC, building automation, chiller, and retrofit contractor with a reputation for combining high‑quality consulting services with customized energy solutions. Our integrated, single‑source solutions include turnkey in‑house capabilities with design assistance, as well as engineering applications and automated control systems.

Job Summary

The Systems Engineer III will coordinate control system planning, installation, programming, and commission. The responsibilities include all technical aspects of project installation in the field. In this role, the System Engineer III will also coach and mentor other project engineers.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and program a written sequence of operations based on mechanical drawings.
• Lead and schedule commissioning efforts.
• Actively participate in LEED commissioning and coordination meetings.
• Understand the design of mechanical equipment and systems.
  • Chiller, Boiler, Custom AHU’s, Primary/Secondary pumping, Variable flow Chilled water plants, Clean Room Applications, Demand Response
• Design and implement complex electrical control circuits.
  • Hardwired Interlocks and Relay logic
• Provide solutions for energy‑saving opportunities and potential scopes of work for control implementation.
• Perform training for Systems Engineer I and II.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (preferably Electrical or Mechanical) or equivalent field experience.
• 10+ years of direct automation experience with control systems and programming required.
• Working knowledge of at least three HVAC controls systems (preferably Delta, Distech, JCI or Andover).
• Knowledge of mechanical systems.
• Ability to interface with customers at a supervisory and management level.
• Engineering skills required include knowledge of electronics, mechanics, hydraulics, pneumatics and computer programming.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good computer skills, understanding of controls networking.
• A valid driver’s license is required.

Compensation Range

$71 - $85 per hour

Benefits

We are committed to providing employees a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with health savings and flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability, a 401(k) Savings Plan, College Coach and employee assistance program.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled