HVAC Building Automation Project Engineer

Trane Technologies; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Trane Technologies in the Carolinas is hiring an HVAC Controls Project Engineer to design building automation hardware and software, applying engineering principles to meet project requirements and deliver cost-effective control solutions.

Candidates should have an engineering degree or equivalent experience, with familiarity in HVAC systems, building automation, drafting software, and IT concepts. The role involves on-site work with Monday-Thursday in Carolinas and Friday location flexibility.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Construction or Engineering Technology, or related area; or 3+ years in HVAC project management or estimating.
• Experience with drafting/design programs is required.
• Familiarity with new construction and renovation/retrofit, performance contracting, and service project management preferred.
• Familiarity with operation and design of HVAC Systems, Building Automation Systems, and/or Temperature Controls preferred.
• Windows OS and Microsoft Office knowledge.
• Understanding of IT infrastructure and network architecture.

Responsibilities

• Builds controls design utilizing direct digital controls on a variety of building types, focusing on electronic comfort control and automation systems.
• Reviews contract documents; proposals, mechanical plans, specifications, estimates, equipment submittals, etc. for automation system design.
• Creates installation, submittal, as-built drawings, and transition to service.
• Develops advanced sequences of operations to meet project requirements.
• Generates Operation and Maintenance Manuals and reviews submittals for design.
• Transmits documents to the field.
• Maintains knowledge of Trane Controls products and third-party devices.
• Assists with cost estimates and supports BAS Technicians with wiring/programming, commissioning, and startup.
• Works with minimal supervision and guides other engineers.
• Maintains customer satisfaction through issue resolution and communication.

Skills

Project management experience

HVAC systems knowledge

Building Automation Systems

MS Office proficiency

Education

Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

Drafting/design software

Windows OS

Job description

Trane Technologies in the Carolinas is hiring an HVAC Controls Project Engineer to design building automation hardware and software, applying engineering principles to meet project requirements and deliver cost-effective control solutions.

Candidates should have an engineering degree or equivalent experience, with familiarity in HVAC systems, building automation, drafting software, and IT concepts. The role involves on-site work with Monday-Thursday in Carolinas and Friday location flexibility.