Controls Engineer – Building Automation Systems (BAS)

Jobot; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Merit increases

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Systems Integrator/Controls Engineer to design and implement BAS/DDC control systems for HVAC and building technologies. You will work on diverse projects from design through commissioning, collaborating with project managers, field technicians, and customers to deliver high-quality automation solutions.

The role offers growth opportunities within a specialized engineering team and requires travel to customer sites as needed.

Qualifications

• 3+ years designing, programming, or engineering BAS/DDC
• Experience with commercial HVAC control systems and energy management
• Ability to read mechanical/electrical drawings and sequences
• Strong problem-solving, organizational and communication skills
• Proficiency with MS Office and common engineering software

Responsibilities

• Design complete DDC/BAS control systems from plans and specs.
• Develop controller programming, graphics, databases, and front-end interfaces.
• Select and verify control hardware and field devices for compatibility.
• Review project scope, engineering requirements, budgets, and schedules with PMs.
• Produce control drawings, submittals, O&M manuals, and as-built docs.
• Coordinate with purchasing and operations for timely materials delivery.
• Assist with system startup, commissioning, testing, and turnover.
• Provide customer training and ongoing technical support.

Skills

BAS/DDC experience

HVAC control systems

Read electrical/mechanical drawings

Problem solving

MS Office

Engineering communication

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Engineering software

Job description

Job details:

systems integrator specializing in HVAC controls, DDC systems, and integrated building technologies

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Courtney Hoogervorst

Salary: $90,000 - $110,000 per year

A bit about us:

An established building automation systems integrator specializing in HVAC controls, DDC systems, and integrated building technologies for commercial and institutional facilities.

Why join us?

• Medical, dental and vision insurance


• 401(k) – company match/profit sharing


• Paid Vacation/PTO


• Paid Holidays


• Annualized reviews for merit increases


• Potential for advancement.

Job Details

Controls Engineer – Building Automation Systems (BAS)

About the Opportunity

An established building automation and systems integration company is seeking a Controls Engineer to join its growing engineering team. This organization delivers complete automation solutions for commercial, healthcare, industrial, education, government, and mission-critical facilities, providing expertise in building automation, HVAC controls, life safety, security integration, and related building technologies.

This position offers the opportunity to work on a wide variety of projects from initial design through commissioning while collaborating with project managers, field technicians, and customers to deliver high-quality building automation solutions.

What You'll Do

• Design complete DDC/BAS control systems based on project plans, specifications, and sequences of operation.


• Develop and configure controller programming, graphics, databases, and front-end interfaces for HVAC equipment and building automation systems.


• Select and verify control hardware, field devices, and system components to ensure compatibility and performance.


• Support project managers by reviewing project scope, engineering requirements, budgets, and schedules.


• Produce engineering documentation including control drawings, submittals, network architecture, O&M manuals, and as-built documentation.


• Coordinate with purchasing and operations teams to ensure timely delivery of project materials.


• Assist with system startup, point-to-point checkout, commissioning, functional testing, and final project turnover.


• Provide customer training and technical support throughout project execution.


• Troubleshoot system issues and collaborate with internal teams to resolve technical challenges.


• Maintain strong communication with customers, field personnel, and project stakeholders throughout each phase of the project.

What We're Looking For

• 3+ years of experience designing, programming, or engineering Building Automation Systems (BAS/DDC).


• Experience with commercial HVAC control systems and energy management systems.


• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, control diagrams, project specifications, and sequences of operation.


• Strong understanding of HVAC equipment including AHUs, RTUs, VAVs, chillers, boilers, pumps, cooling towers, and associated control strategies.


• Experience supporting commissioning, startup, and system integration activities.


• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and common engineering software.


• Engineering degree or equivalent combination of technical education and relevant BAS experience preferred.


• Willingness to travel to customer sites as needed, including occasional overnight travel.

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