Building Management Systems Design Engineer

Strategic Mission Critical; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Strategic Mission Critical is seeking an Entry Level Building Management System Engineer/Designer to support mission critical facilities. The role involves executing BMS/EPMS design tasks under senior guidance, interfacing with mechanical/electrical teams, and learning to specify BMS equipment for greenfield and brownfield data center projects.

You will work on design tasks, develop skills, and potentially grow into more responsible roles within a fast-paced, growth-oriented firm committed to

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or technical degree required or preferred; EIT a plus.
• Internship, co-op, or prior consulting engineering exposure is a plus.
• Experience in construction industry is a plus.
• Familiarity with Revit in educational or professional context is a plus.
• EIT (Engineer-in-Training) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Utilize Autodesk Revit to produce detailed design documents and drawings.
• Assist with designing systems network topology for data center projects.
• Develop one-line diagrams and learn BMS equipment selection and specification.
• Coordinate with design leads across mechanical, electrical, telecommunications, and fire protection disciplines.
• Meet project deadlines and be willing to travel up to 10% to project sites.
• Communicate clearly with team members and clients; work independently under senior guidance.
• Participate in training and mentoring to grow knowledge and capabilities.
• Maintain strong organizational skills and manage multiple tasks.

Skills

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Team coordination

Mentoring opportunities

Education

Engineering degree or technical degree

EIT (Engineer-in-Training)

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Job description

Engineering data centers with precision and expertise.

At Strategic Mission Critical, we are more than just engineers; we are experts focusing solely on mission critical facilities. Our seasoned leadership team brings together decades of experience, equipping data center providers worldwide with robust, reliable solutionsthat keep pace with the evolving digital landscape.

As demand for high-performance infrastructure accelerates - fueled by AI and the expanding digital landscape - SMC continues to lead through technical rigor and operational excellence. We’re seeking leaders who think beyond projects to improve the way we deliver them: individuals who elevate people, process, and performance across the firm.

SMC is actively looking for Entry Level Building Management System Engineer/Designer to help execute Controls design for mission critical projects. Typical project types may include design of greenfield and brownfield data center facilities, design of fit‑out packages for hyperscale and enterprise clients of colocation providers and data center campus systems.

This candidate will execute specific design tasks as part of a broader mechanical team while furthering their own knowledge and developing their skills. The candidate will typically work under the guidance of senior and/or mid‑level engineers. The BMS design scope will be a part of a broader project and therefore this candidate will learn to interface with design leads within SMC (mechanical, electrical, telecommunications, fire protection, plumbing) as well as externally including architectural, civil, structural, etc.

The ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, is eager to learn, and wants to grow their expertise and career at as rapid a pace as suits them.

This position is open to full time, part time, and internship/co‑op applicants.

RESPONSIBILITIES

This candidate will have the opportunity to execute specific BMS and EPMS (Electrical Power Monitoring systems) design tasks for various project types while working and coordinating with clients and design leads from all disciplines. This candidate shall have the ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and with clients while being able to meet scheduled project deadlines. They will be a self‑starter not afraid to do independent research in addition to directly-assigned project work in order to further their career growth.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Utilize Autodesk Revit to produce detailed design documents.
• Assist with performing the design of systems network topology.
• Build an understanding and ability to develop one line detail diagrams.
• Learn how to select and specify BMS equipment
• Assist with meeting project deadlines, including working necessary hours to complete major deliverables.
• Review and gain an understanding of local and national construction codes and project specifications to grow a broader understanding of the construction process.
• Have experience with the use of Microsoft tools such as Word, Power Point, Excel, and Teams.
• Have the ability to travel when required to project sites (less than 10% travel).
• Have the ability to clearly communicate with others in both written and spoken forms.
• Be willing to take direction from senior and mid‑level engineers and designers in order to execute delivery of specific design elements.
• Be able to work independently while coordinating with senior personnel and other disciplines.
• Be an active participant in training and mentoring opportunities in order to grow knowledge and capabilities.
• Maintain excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2 or 4-year degree in mechanical engineering or mechanical engineering technology preferred, HVAC construction experience with a drafting certification will be considered as well.
• Past internship, co‑op, or work experience in a consulting engineering role is a plus.
• Experience working in the construction industry is a plus.
• Experience using Revit in either an educational or professional context is a plus.
• Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) is a plus.

COMPENSATION

Base Compensation: $65,000-$100,000 (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to factors such as education, experience, skills and/or location)

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law