Design Engineer – Smart Building Automation

Fidelity Building Services Group; Ewing Township (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Development

Career Advancement

Generous PTO

Health benefits including medical, dental, vision

Competitive pay

Job summary

Fidelity Building Services Group is seeking a Design Engineer to enhance building automation systems. This role requires a passion for technology and problem-solving abilities to design impactful systems in a collaborative environment.

A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and 2-5 years of relevant experience are required. The company offers competitive pay starting at $80,000, professional development, and excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of engineering or systems design experience.
• Strong understanding of building automation and design principles.
• Independent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design complete building automation systems including layouts and drawings.
• Determine the best mix of products for efficient project solutions.
• Act as a technical resource for team members throughout project development.

Skills

Engineering or systems design experience

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Proficiency in Visio

Strong understanding of building automation

Mechanical systems knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Independent problem-solving

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Ready to grow your career while driving the future of smart buildings?

At HCTControl Technologies (HCT) a Fidelity company, we’re helping facilities run smarter, safer, and more efficiently through innovative building automation and control solutions. We’re looking for a Design Engineer who’s passionate about technology, detail-oriented, and ready to help shape high-performance environments through exceptional system design. If you love solving complex challenges, turning technical concepts into reality, and working alongside a collaborative, fast-paced team — this is your opportunity to make an impact.

What You’ll Do:

• Design complete building automation systems including mechanical system layouts, electrical drawings, bills of materials, sequences of operations, valve and damper schedules, and DDC panel layouts.

• Determine the best mix of products and installation methods to deliver cost-effective, efficient project solutions.

• Prepare submittals, shop drawings, and schedules for handoff to Operations.

• Act as a technical resource for team members and customers throughout project development.

• Participate in sales-to-operations turnover meetings to validate project accuracy and design intent.

• Conduct on-site walkthroughs as needed to refine project design.

• Design network architectures supporting operator workstations, DDC field panels, and third-party integrations (LON, Ethernet, Modbus, BACnet).

• Review plans, specifications, and codes to assess project requirements and risks.

• Generate DDC point databases and provide startup documentation for commissioning.

• Support engineering re-estimates and communicate scope updates to Project Managers.

• Prepare and issue RFIs when clarification is needed.

• Identify cost-saving opportunities and maintain complete, organized project documentation.

What You’ll Bring to the Table:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

• 2–5 years of engineering or systems design experience.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Visio.

• Strong understanding of building automation, mechanical systems, and design principles.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

• Independent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

• Prior Programming experience is a plus

Why You’ll Love It Here:

• Professional Development: Access to training, workshops, and certifications to sharpen your skills and grow your career.

• Career Advancement: Clear pathways for growth within Fidelity Building Services Group’s network of companies.

• Generous PTO: Ample paid time off to rest, recharge, and spend time doing what you love.

• Health & Well-being: Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Competitive Pay: $80k+ Salary commensurate with experience, plus opportunities for performance-based incentives.