Controls Application Engineer

PremiStar; Frankfort (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

PremiStar in Frankfort, IL seeks a skilled controls engineer to design automatic climate control systems using brand-name technologies and our template. Located at our Frankfort facility, you will report to the Controls District Department Manager and drive projects from planning to commissioning.

The role requires 3+ years in HVAC controls, proficiency in Visio/Excel/Word, and a detail-focused, autonomous work style.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate).
• 3+ years of controls experience in HVAC industry.
• Knowledge of Microsoft programs including Visio, Excel, and Word.
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently. Organized with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Review plans and specifications.
• Engineer the design build and plan/specification for jobs.
• Program, graphic design, and integration of Automation systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair existing systems, assist in the determination of control/mechanical issues.
• Provide ongoing customer support.
• Assist the Controls division in development and offering of additional building services including but not limited to categories such as commissioning, retro-commissioning, building condition assessments, surveillance, and access control.
• Assist with the development/adjustment processes and quality control measures.
• Provide R&D necessary to ensure offerings are current with available technology, industry trends and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with and provide support to coworkers as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Controls experience

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Visio

Excel

Word

Job description

• A compelling work culture and company values.
• A sense of purpose and employee appreciation.
• Support & Stability & Technology
• Training

What we offer

• Work-life balance.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• A great manager and/or team.
• A compelling work culture and company values.
• A sense of purpose and employee appreciation.
• Support & Stability & Technology
• Training

Located in our Frankfort, IL facility and reporting to the Controls District Department Manager you will be responsible for designing automatic climate control systems utilizing the latest technology from Honeywell Controls, Johnson Controls and Carrier Controls and our custom template (among others).

Responsibilities

• Review plans and specifications.
• Engineer the design build and plan/specification for jobs.
• Program, graphic design, and integration of Automation systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair existing systems, assist in the determination of control/mechanical issues.
• Provide ongoing customer support.
• Assist the Controls division in development and offering of additional building services including but not limited to categories such as commissioning, retro-commissioning, building condition assessments, surveillance, and access control.
• Assist with the development/adjustment processes and quality control measures.
• Provide R&D necessary to ensure offerings are current with available technology, industry trends and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with and provide support to coworkers as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate).
• 3+ years of controls experience in HVAC industry.
• Knowledge of Microsoft programs including Visio, Excel, and Word.
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently. Organized with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This position is a largely sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand, as necessary.

Work Environment

This job operates in both an office and a field environment. Must be able to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time.

Reasonable Accommodation

Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions unless doing so presents an undue hardship on the Company’s business operations.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Employee understands the above job description and agrees to comply with and be subject to its conditions. Employee further agrees this job description does not alter his/her at-will employment status. Employee understands that the Company reserves the right to delegate, remove, expand or change any and all responsibilities. Employee acknowledges that he/she can fulfill the above duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

Pay Range & Benefits

Salary Range: $80,000 - $100,000

Benefits: Health, vision, dental, 401k etc.