Controls System Designer II-III

MPSW; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

MPSW, a Meriton portfolio company, is seeking a System Designer in our Controls Department. You will design hardware for HVAC BAS control systems to meet project plans and specifications, and create detailed submittals for installers, programmers, engineers, and customers.

You will communicate design and operational intent clearly with customers and fellow employees; read wiring diagrams, sequences, and plans; and travel to field sites as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Trade School required.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving history.
• 1–4 years of design or field experience with HVAC controls preferred.
• Experience with DDC Building Automation Systems, LON, BACnet, and Niagara Tridium preferred.
• Flexibility to work overtime/weekends to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Create project submittals using Microsoft Office and PDF editing software according to project details.
• Prepare submittal package containing hardware selections, flow diagrams, sequence of operations, BOMs, and network layouts.
• Prepare and submit properly sized valve and damper schedules.
• Prepare graphics requests for pricing based on project needs and PMs direction.
• Maintain and update project design tracking and graphics logs.
• Support in maintaining design and graphics standards and templates.
• Assist Project Managers with RFIs to contractors or engineers when details are unclear.
• Assist with selecting, ordering, and tracking delivery of materials.
• Gather field changes and create close-out package documentation.
• Build initial tasks in project management software (FieldWire).
• Complete paperwork including time sheets and expense reports.
• Provide support to sales, programming, engineering, and field personnel.
• Collaborate with operations and sales to design projects and write specifications.
• Provide technical phone support and directions to employees and subcontractors.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

HVAC controls

DDC systems

LON

BACnet

Niagara Tridium

Communication

Wiring diagrams

Education

High School Diploma

Trade School

Job description

For over 45 years, MPSW has been a trusted source for engineered HVAC solutions in Arizona. We represent top-tier manufacturers and provide technical sales support for nearly every system type—backed by expert design assistance, energy analysis, and application know-how.

At MPSW, we’re team-driven, service-focused, and always moving forward. If you're a self-starter who values collaboration and wants your work to make a real impact, you’ll fit right in here.

Controls - System Designer LVL II - III

Reports to: Controls Department Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

The Company

MPSW, a Meriton portfolio company, is one of the largest independent HVAC Equipment and Solutions providers in Arizona and New Mexico. Our company has offices in Phoenix, Tucson, Albuquerque, and El Paso with over 175 employees throughout Arizona, New Mexico and Texas. We are proud members of ASHRAE, ASPE, AEE, and others. We represent over 100 manufacturers, offering innovative systems with flexibility of equipment and solutions to best match each application. We work with industry professionals and end users from the conceptual stage of projects to provide energy efficient, value‑added solutions to their complex problems.

The Opportunity

We are seeking to fill the position of System Designer in our Controls Department. You will be responsible for the hardware design of HVAC BAS Control systems to meet the intent of the project plans and specifications. You will be responsible for creating detailed project submittals and communicate design and operational intent to installers, programmers, engineers, and customers. This position requires the ability to communicate clearly with customers, and fellow employees.

Responsibilities

• Create project submittals using Microsoft Office and PDF editing software according to project details.
• Prepare submittal package containing specific hardware selections, flow diagrams, sequence of operations, bill of materials, network layouts, controller matrices, controller wiring diagrams, and wiring schematics as required.
• Prepare and submit properly sized valve and damper schedules.
• Prepare graphics request for pricing based on project needs and PM’s direction.
• Maintain and update project design tracking and graphics logs.
• Support in maintaining design and graphics standards and templates.
• Assist Project Managers with RFI’s to contractors and / or mechanical engineers when items in the specification are unclear or information has not been provided.
• Assist with selecting, ordering, and tracking the delivery of materials assigned to projects.
• Gather field changes from the project team and create close out package documentation.
• Build initial tasks in project management software (FieldWire) to detail project information and field requirements.
• Complete paperwork including but not limited to time sheets and expense reports.
• Provide support to sales, programming, engineering, and field personnel as requested.
• Collaborate with the operations and sales staff to design projects and help write specifications.
• Provide technical phone support and directions to employees and subcontractors when applicable.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

The Required Profile

• High School Diploma and/or Trade School required.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving history.
• Experience with DDC Building Automation Systems, LON, BACnet, and Niagara Tridium is preferred.
• One (1) to four (4) years of design or field experience with HVAC controls-focus is preferred.
• Flexibility to work overtime/weekends when required to meet project deadlines.
• Basic understanding of HVAC control systems.
• Proficient in reading wiring diagrams, sequences, plans and specifications.
• High level of written and verbal communication skills.
• General understanding of IP networks, RS485 networks, RS232 networks, and wireless infrastructure.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Other Skills & Abilities

Language Skills Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret graphs. Reasoning Ability Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Mental stamina for problem solving and prioritizing multiple tasks.

Will be required to work in a field environment and/or multiple customer sites on a daily basis.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to operate computer keyboard reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is continually required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Strategic Skills

Ability to learn new skills and knowledge. Ability to understand concepts and complexity comfortably. Open to change and will try anything to find solutions. Able to handle uncertainty and make decisions without knowing the whole story.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as necessary to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

MPSW is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

Salary ranges listed are dependent upon a candidate’s qualifications, experience, internal equity, and the budgeted amount for the specific role and location.