Building Management Systems Engineer

Schneider Electric; New York (NY); On-site; USD 86,400 - 129,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Job summary

Schneider Electric in Long Island, NY is seeking a Systems Engineer II to join our Building Automation team, supporting projects across the region. This role leads field installation, commissioning, and documentation while coordinating with customers, contractors, and project teams.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in construction or field engineering with BAS/BMS experience and the ability to travel to project sites. Join a global leader focused on smart, sustainable buildings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 2+ years in construction/building automation or field engineering.
• Ability to read technical drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Ability to travel throughout Long Island and work from project sites.
• Experience with BAS/BMS and HVAC controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead field engineering activities on BAS/BMS projects from mobilization through closeout.
• Coordinate installation activities, scheduling, and execution at active sites.
• Participate in system startup, commissioning, and pre-functional checkout.
• Review project specifications, drawings, wiring diagrams, and mechanical plans.
• Serve as primary field liaison between project managers, engineers, subcontractors, customers.
• Attend meetings, track action items, drive timely issue resolution.
• Maintain project documentation, redlines, change orders, and field reports.
• Review field sketches and provide feedback on modifications and change requests.
• Monitor progress ensuring quality, safety, and execution standards.
• Support cybersecurity best practices on customer systems.

Skills

Construction experience

Building automation

Field coordination

Project management

Modbus

BACnet

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

EcoStruxure Building Operation (EBO)

OSHA certification

Job description

Long Island, NY | Full-Time | Field Based

At Schneider Electric, we don't just manage buildings. We make them smarter, more efficient, and more sustainable. We are seeking a Systems Engineer II to join our Building Automation team supporting projects throughout Long Island. This is an excellent opportunity for a construction focused engineer or field professional looking to take ownership of projects, lead field execution efforts, and build a long‑term career with a global industry leader.

In this role, you will serve as a key field engineering resource responsible for coordinating installation activities, managing project execution, supporting commissioning efforts, maintaining technical documentation, and collaborating directly with customers, contractors, and project teams.

What You'll Do

• Lead field engineering activities on multiple Building Automation System (BAS) and Building Management System (BMS) projects from mobilization through project closeout.
• Coordinate installation activities, project layout, scheduling, and execution at active construction and renovation sites.
• Participate in system startup, commissioning, and pre‑functional checkout processes.
• Review project specifications, construction drawings, wiring diagrams, and mechanical plans to ensure successful implementation.
• Serve as a primary field liaison between project managers, engineers, subcontractors, customers, and field personnel.
• Attend customer, contractor, and foreman meetings, track action items, and drive timely resolution of project issues.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, redlines, change order records, and field reports.
• Review field sketches and provide technical feedback related to project modifications and change requests.
• Monitor project progress while ensuring quality, safety, and execution standards are met.
• Support cybersecurity best practices on customer systems and network connected building technologies.
• Develop exposure to customer facing project management activities and contribute to successful project delivery.

What's in it for me?

• Diverse project portfolio spanning HVAC, structural design, and prefabricated building systems across multiple industries
• Opportunity to influence technical standards and shape how solutions are delivered to customers
• Collaborative team culture that values specialized expertise and supports your professional development
• Meaningful work where your engineering contributions directly impact customer success

What You'll Bring

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in construction, building automation, controls, low voltage systems, HVAC controls, electrical systems, construction coordination, or related field engineering environments.
• Experience supporting construction or renovation projects in the field.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, specifications, and construction plans.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
• Experience in industrial protocols like Modbus or BACnet.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with customers, contractors, project teams, and field personnel.
• Ability to travel throughout Long Island and work primarily from project sites.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline. Equivalent experience will be considered.
• Experience with Building Automation Systems (BAS), Building Management Systems (BMS), HVAC controls, or integrated building systems.
• Experience managing field installation activities, project coordination, commissioning, or construction execution.
• OSHA and/or SST certifications.
• Familiarity with HVAC systems, controls networks, and system integrations.
• EcoStruxure Building Operation (EBO) certification is a plus, but not required.
• Exposure to commercial construction, airports, healthcare, higher education, life sciences, mission critical facilities, or large commercial projects.

At Schneider, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work.

Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: “We see you. We value you”. It’s more than just pay and benefits- it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker.

For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 86,400 - USD 129,600 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short‑term incentives. The compensation range for this full‑time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Schneider Electric is there when it matters most to you

Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you’ll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team:

Care for Yourself and Your Family

We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well‑being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year.

Invest and Plan Your Future

We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match.

Grow Your Skills and Career

We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.

Team Up in the Workplace

We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace.

Support Your Community

We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.

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IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.

We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.

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