HVAC Automation Engineer

VHV Company; Winooski (VT); On-site; USD 62,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Profit Sharing

Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan with Company Match

ESOP

Ongoing Training

Job summary

VHV Company, a Vermont-based mechanical construction contractor, seeks an Automation Engineer to lead HVAC Building Automation, Direct Digital Controls, and BAS/DDC projects. You will collaborate with the Automation Group Manager, support sales with technical bids, and drive technology across the team in a field-based role near Winooski, VT.

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years in HVAC/BAS/DDC with strong communication and teamwork skills, plus familiarity with control systems like Niagara or

Qualifications

• A minimum of two-five years in HVAC/BAS/EMS/DDC, sales, estimating, and application systems engineering.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, control drawings, plans and specifications, sequence of operations.
• Develop control drawings, sequence of operations, graphical interfaces.
• HVAC systems knowledge.
• Must have a strong work ethic, ability to work in a team environment.
• Strong computer skills, experience with Word, Excel, Visio preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Well versed in all aspects of HVAC Building Automation/Energy Management/Systems Integrations/Direct Digital Controls.
• Understands advanced control systems, sequence of operations, IT networks, and smart HVAC equipment.
• Experience with an estimating software is a plus.
• Field experience is a plus.
• Experience with Tridium Niagara, ABB/Cylon, Johnson Controls Facility Explorer or other control systems manufactures is a plus.
• Collaborate with the Automation Group Manager to assure that the company has in place processes and tools in line with industry best practices.
• Drive the implementation of appropriate technology throughout the Automation Group and company.
• Collaborate with all departments within the organization to assist in lead generation, opportunity execution, while assisting with the overall sales to operations strategy.
• Participate in project sales and the identification of sales targets.
• Ability to interpret plans and specifications documents.
• Prepare estimates, bids and proposals.
• Coordinate estimates and control system design with the Construction/Design-build/Service sales teams.
• Daily interaction with estimating and sales personnel, consultants, etc.
• Participate in sales presentation as a technical resource as needed, to include presentations to facility owners and operators, consulting engineers and contractors.
• Participate in on-site pre-bid and pre-construction meetings as needed.
• Participate in project close-out/review meetings.
• Assist the Service Manager with the preparation of BAS/DDC retrofit and upgrade estimates.
• Review and pre-approve engineer submittals, bill of materials, control drawings and O&M Manuals with controls system team.
• Conduct “project turn-over” meetings with Senior controls Service Technicians and Automation Field Installers.

Job description

Job Title: Automation Engineer
Department: Project Integrations
Reports To: Automation Group Manager
Type: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Hours: 40+ hours per week
Pay Range:$30.00 - $45.00/hour

About VHV Company:

VHV is a full-service mechanical construction contractor specializing in high-quality plumbing, piping, and HVAC systems for commercial, industrial, and institutional clients across Vermont and New Hampshire. Headquartered in Winooski, VT, we’ve been building trusted relationships and delivering innovative solutions for over 75 years.

At VHV, you’re not just an employee—you’re an owner. As a 100% employee-owned company, we value teamwork, integrity, safety, continuous improvement, and treating each other with respect. Join a team committed to excellence, collaboration, and growth.

Our Core Values:

• Know & Do What’s Right
• Committed to Improvement
• Team Focus

Our Core Focus:

Hire, Promote, Reward, Repeat

Position Description

The Automation Engineer performs engineering of HVAC Controls, Direct Digital Control’s (DDC) and Building Automation System’s (BAS).

Desired Character Traits

Team player, leadership qualities, integrity, dependability, detail oriented, solid decision-making skills, driven, approachable, punctual, high standards for quality and excellence, good customer service skills

Qualifications

• A minimum of two-five years in HVAC\BAS\EMS\DDC, sales, estimating, and application systems engineering.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, control drawings, plans and specifications, sequence of operations.
• Develop control drawings, sequence of operations, graphical interfaces.
• HVAC systems knowledge.
• Must have a strong work ethic, ability to work in a team environment.
• Strong computer skills, experience with Word, Excel, Visio preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Essential Functions

• Well versed in all aspects of HVAC Building Automation\Energy Management\Systems Integrations\Direct Digital Controls.
• Understands advanced control systems, sequence of operations, IT networks, and smart HVAC equipment.
• Experience with an estimating software is a plus.
• Field experience is a plus.
• Experience with Tridium iagara, ABB\Cylon, Johnson Controls Facility Explorer or other control systems manufactures is a plus.
• Collaborate with the Automation Group Manager to assure that the company has in place processes and tools in line with industry best practices.
• Drive the implementation of appropriate technology throughout the Automation Group and company.
• Collaborate with all departments within the organization to assist in lead generation, opportunity execution, while assisting with the overall sales to operations strategy.
• Participate in project sales and the identification of sales targets.
• Ability to interpret plans and specifications documents.
• Prepare estimates, bids and proposals.
• Coordinate estimates and control system design with the Construction\Design-build\Service sales teams.
• Daily interaction with estimating and sales personnel, consultants, etc.
• Participate in sales presentation as a technical resource as needed, to include presentations to facility owners and operators, consulting engineers and contractors.
• Participate in on-site pre-bid and pre-construction meetings as needed.
• Participate in project close-out/review meetings.
• Assist the Service Manager with the preparation of BAS/DDC retrofit and upgrade estimates.
• Review and pre-approve engineer submittals, bill of materials, control drawings and O&M Manuals with controls system team.
• Conduct “project turn-over” meetings with Senior controls Service Technicians and Automation Field Installers.

How We Work: EOS + Continuous Improvement:

VHV operates on the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) , with a focus on:

Vision Process People

Issues Data Traction

This framework helps our team stay aligned, accountable, and continuously improving.

Opportunities for advancement exist for high-performing team members. We live our core value of being Committed to Improvement, offering access to education, training, and cross-functional growth. At VHV, we don’t just fill roles—we grow careers.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

This is a field-based position. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Predominately sedentary light office position with high frequency of keyboarding/computer work required (67% - 100%) of the workday
• Ability and willingness to travel to local as well as remote locations (out of town, out of state) for short and/or extended periods of time.
• Ability to hear and verbally communicate effectively.
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to see well (either naturally or with correction).
• Use hands, fingers, arms, and legs to safely manipulate objects.
• Lift and carry supplies and materials weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Requires ability to walk, climb, stand, carry materials, stoop, kneel, bend at waist.
• Wear the proper PPE: safety boots that cover at least the ankle, clean denim or appropriate work pants without tears or rips, safety glasses, and gloves, if visiting a job site.

Disclaimer: This job description outlines the general nature of the role and may not include all tasks or responsibilities. Team members may be asked to perform duties outside of their primary responsibilities as needed.

Employee Benefits

VHV offers industry-leading pay. Benefits packages include:

• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Profit Sharing
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Plan, with Company Match
• Employee Owned Company (ESOP)
• Ongoing Employee Training
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• HSA Employer Contribution

Equal Opportunity Employer

VHV provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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