Field Engineer, Building Automation & Controls

Carrier; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 53,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Tax-advantaged accounts

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Carrier seeks an Associate Field Engineer in Chicago to commission and support building automation systems using Direct Digital Control technology. You will install, troubleshoot, and optimize customer systems and deliver turnkey projects.

The role requires a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, with preferred BAS/HVAC training. Strong communication and teamwork are essential for success in an on-site environment with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED, or completion of an accredited trade/technical school program
• Capable of climbing ladders or using lift equipment over 8 feet above grade and capable of lifting items up to 50lbs
• Valid and current Driver’s License with ability to be insurable by the company’s insurance
• Foundational experience or coursework in Building Automation Systems (BAS), HVAC controls, or installing building automation components
• Exposure to or familiarity with building automation software (such as WebCTRL)
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage individual project details, daily tasks, and field paperwork efficiently
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to provide clear daily reports, ask proactively for guidance, and translate technical information to non-technical stakeholders
• Strong team player with a willingness to learn in a hands-on, mentored environment
• Proficient with Microsoft 365 applications and laptop operations in field environments

Responsibilities

• Initiate, install, troubleshoot, and optimize customer systems that utilize advanced Direct Digital Control technology.
• Offer effective solutions for system issues.
• Provide turnkey project delivery on small to mid-level projects.
• Responsible for ensuring that systems operate properly, to include controls, sensors, and software.
• Load software, configure trends, alarms, and reports.
• Implement time management strategies to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Communicate and document the status and details of the project for the customer.
• Provide site-specific training to owners/operators on the complete system.

Skills

Organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Team player

Willingness to learn

Customer-focused

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in HVAC/BAS/Controls (preferred)

Associate degree or Technical Certificate/Diploma (preferred)

Tools

WebCTRL

TCP/IP networking

Wireless technology

Job description

Carrier seeks an Associate Field Engineer in Chicago to commission and support building automation systems using Direct Digital Control technology. You will install, troubleshoot, and optimize customer systems and deliver turnkey projects.

The role requires a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, with preferred BAS/HVAC training. Strong communication and teamwork are essential for success in an on-site environment with competitive pay and benefits.