Controls Engineer

Jobot; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Schedule

401K Matching

Annual Bonuses

Career Growth

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an engineer specialized in building automation, HVAC controls, and systems integration. The role involves pre- and post-sale site assessments, data analysis for performance gaps, and leading commissioning efforts to ensure systems operate per design.

Travel up to 30% and a hybrid work schedule are supported. The ideal candidate will have a degree in engineering or related technical field, strong HVAC knowledge, and experience with control systems and integration projects.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering or Associate degree in mechanical/electrical technology with relevant experience.
• HVAC systems and building automation know-how.
• Ability to travel domestically up to 25–30% (Mon-Fri).

Responsibilities

• Perform site assessments and evaluate mechanical, operational, and control systems.
• Analyze data to identify performance gaps and optimization opportunities.
• Develop implementation plans, scopes of work, and budgets.
• Lead field startup and commissioning to verify design intent.
• Troubleshoot issues during commissioning and operation.
• Provide on-site and remote client training on system operation and diagnostics.
• Support post-installation verification and optimization.
• Act as liaison between clients, engineering teams, and partners.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Field experience

HVAC systems

Thermodynamics

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Associate degree in mechanical or electrical/electronic technology

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Niagara Framework

VFDs

Job description

Job details:

Building Automation, HVAC Controls & Systems Integration

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Andrew Nguyen

Salary: $90,000 - $135,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are a U.S.-based engineering company that focuses on optimizing large HVAC and chilled-water systems in commercial and industrial buildings. It develops software and engineering solutions that reduce energy use and operating costs for facilities.

Why join us?

• 90-135k Base
• Annual Bonuses!
• Flex Schedule!
• Hybrid Schedule!
• 401K Matching!
• Accelerated Career Growth!
• Challenging Problems!

Job Details

Responsibilities:

• Perform pre-sale and post-award site assessments, including mechanical, operational, and control system evaluations
• Collect and analyze system data to identify performance gaps, control issues, and optimization opportunities
• Develop project implementation plans, scopes of work, and budgetary estimates
• Lead field startup and commissioning activities to ensure systems operate per design intent and specifications
• Troubleshoot mechanical, controls, and instrumentation issues during commissioning and live operation
• Provide on-site and remote client training on system operation, maintenance, and diagnostics
• Support post-installation measurement, verification, and performance optimization
• Act as a technical liaison between clients, internal engineering teams, and integration partners

Required Qualifications:

• B.S. in Engineering or Associate degree in mechanical or electrical/electronic technology with 2 years related experience
• Industrial and/or commercial HVAC: central plants, mechanical systems
• Building automation systems and controls
• Industrial control systems: building automation, PLC, VFDs, and instrumentation
• Strong troubleshooting mindset with the ability to diagnose issues across mechanical systems, controls, and sensors
• Proactive, self-directed approach to identifying and resolving problems in the field
• Ability to communicate technical material to a non-technical audience
• Able to travel domestically up to 25-30% of the time (M-F only)

Ideal Qualifications:

• Allen-Bradley PLCs
• Niagara Framework
• Field instrumentation and sensors (flow, pressure, temperature, power)
• Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
• Understanding of motors and pumping systems
• Chiller plant hydronics knowledge

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.

Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.

By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy