HVAC Controls Engineer – Building Automation Expert

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid holidays

Tuition benefits

Healthcare plans

Retirement plans

Wellbeing program

Job summary

The University of Minnesota is seeking an experienced energy/facilities engineer to support and optimize HVAC, BAS controls, and building systems across campus. The role emphasizes technical problem solving, maintenance planning, and energy efficiency initiatives.

Ideal candidates have a strong background in DDC controls, energy management, and building automation, with applicable certifications and a collaborative, results-driven approach.

Qualifications

• A two-year technical degree or equivalent with four+ years in building systems or a Bachelor’s plus two years related experience.
• Experience installing and maintaining DDC systems from major vendors (Siemens/Johnson Controls/Trane/Honeywell).
• Knowledge of PC-based software for energy efficient HVAC control strategies and monitoring.
• Current or ability to obtain a low voltage electrician certification within 2 years.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and communications skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to repair, maintenance, and operations teams for building facilities and infrastructure.
• Gather data to analyze building and facility problems and coordinate reviews.
• Review HVAC system design and update design/controls documentation.
• Develop and revise preventative maintenance protocols for operations staff.
• Identify energy efficiency opportunities and optimize Building Automation System controls.Identify energy efficiency opportunities and optimize Building Automation System controls.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Team player

Independent thinker

Organization

Communication skills

Education

Two-year technical degree in Electronics/HVAC/Building Maintenance

Bachelor's degree + 2 years related experience

Combination of education and experience equal six years

Tools

Siemens DDC

Johnson Controls DDC

Trane DDC

Honeywell DDC

PC-based software for HVAC control

Job description

The University of Minnesota is seeking an experienced energy/facilities engineer to support and optimize HVAC, BAS controls, and building systems across campus. The role emphasizes technical problem solving, maintenance planning, and energy efficiency initiatives.

Ideal candidates have a strong background in DDC controls, energy management, and building automation, with applicable certifications and a collaborative, results-driven approach.