Controls Engineer- Building Automation

Jobot; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Advancement Opportunities

Stable Client Base/Tenured Staff

401K plan

Company Cell Phone / Laptop

Flexible schedule

Health/Dental insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

3 weeks vacation + 11 Holidays + Sick

Job summary

Jobot in the Greater Boston area is seeking a Building Controls Engineer to design, program, commission, and support BAS for commercial clients. You will work closely with project managers, technicians, and customers to deliver reliable, energy-efficient controls solutions.

The role requires 3+ years in building automation or HVAC controls, strong knowledge of HVAC systems and control logic, and experience with BAS platforms (BACnet, Modbus, etc.).

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with building automation or HVAC controls.
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems and control logic.
• Experience with BAS platforms and protocols (BACnet, Modbus, etc.).
• Ability to read mechanical and electrical drawings.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement BAS control strategies and sequences of operation.
• Program and configure BAS platforms (Niagara, ALC, Siemens, Honeywell, or similar).
• Create and review control drawings, I/O schedules, and submittals.
• Perform system startup, point-to-point testing, and commissioning.
• Troubleshoot and support controls and system integration issues.
• Collaborate with project managers, technicians, and customers.

Skills

3+ years experience

HVAC control logic

BAS platforms & protocols

Read drawings (mechanical/electrical)

Problem-solving & communication

Valid driver’s license

Education

Engineering or technical degree

Tools

Niagara

ALC

Siemens

Honeywell

AutoCAD

Visio

Job description

A leading provider of building automation, security systems and energy services for commercial, institutional and industrial clientele.

Job Title

Building Controls Engineer

Location

Greater Boston, MA

Salary

$90,000 - $120,000 per year

Role

We're seeking a Building Controls Engineer to support the design, programming, commissioning, and ongoing support of building automation systems (BAS) for commercial clients in the Boston area. This role works closely with project and service teams to deliver reliable, efficient controls solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement BAS control strategies and sequences of operation
• Program and configure BAS platforms (Niagara, ALC, Siemens, Honeywell, or similar)
• Create and review control drawings, I/O schedules, and submittals
• Perform system startup, point-to-point testing, and commissioning
• Troubleshoot and support controls and system integration issues
• Collaborate with project managers, technicians, and customers

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with building automation or HVAC controls
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems and control logic
• Experience with BAS platforms and protocols (BACnet, Modbus, etc.)
• Ability to read mechanical and electrical drawings
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Valid driver's license

Nice to Have

• Engineering or technical degree
• AutoCAD or Visio experience
• Commissioning or energy optimization experience

Benefits

• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Stable Client Base/Tenured Staff
• 401K plan
• Company Cell Phone / Laptop
• Flexible schedule
• Health/Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• 3 weeks vacation + 11 Holidays + Sick time

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Background Checks

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.