HVAC Controls Engineer – Building Automation & Energy

University of Minnesota; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 53,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Tuition benefit program

Excellent retirement plans

Job summary

University of Minnesota Energy Management oversees the reliable and efficient operation of utilities across the Twin Cities campus, supporting HVAC systems, building automation, and energy conservation programs. The role focuses on technical support, documentation, and development of control strategies to optimize performance and energy use.

The position collaborates with district engineering teams and trades, reporting to the Assistant Director of Maintenance and Operations, and plays a key

Qualifications

• Two-year technical degree or equivalent with 4+ years in building systems or a Bachelor’s with 2+ years in related work
• Experience installing/maintaining DDC systems (Siemens, Johnson Controls, Trane, Honeywell)
• Knowledge of PC-based software for energy efficient HVAC control
• Current low-voltage electrician certification or ability to obtain within 2 years
• Ability to program Direct Digital Controls languages (PPCL, LCT)
• Strong problem solving, organization and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for maintenance of buildings, facilities and infrastructure
• Gather data and analyze problems; review HVAC design and DA control docs
• Update design and control documentation; develop PM protocols
• Recommend PM steps, duration, frequency and maintenance improvements
• Identify energy efficiency opportunities and implement Building Automation System changes
• Collaborate with district engineers to submit energy efficiency rebates

Skills

DDC systems knowledge

PC-based software for HVAC control

Electrical & low voltage knowledge

PPCL/LCT programming knowledge

Data gathering & problem analysis

team player; analytical

Education

Two-year technical degree/certificate in Electronics, HVAC, or Building Maintenance

Bachelor’s degree plus 2 years related experience

Tools

Siemens DDC

Johnson Controls

Trane

Honeywell

Job description

University of Minnesota Energy Management oversees the reliable and efficient operation of utilities across the Twin Cities campus, supporting HVAC systems, building automation, and energy conservation programs. The role focuses on technical support, documentation, and development of control strategies to optimize performance and energy use.

The position collaborates with district engineering teams and trades, reporting to the Assistant Director of Maintenance and Operations, and plays a key