HVAC Controls Engineer: Energy-Efficient Automation

CAREL Group; Brea (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

CAREL USA, Inc. is seeking an HVAC Controls Engineer in Brea, CA to design and develop control solutions for HVAC/R systems. You will work with programmable controllers on established product platforms and provide technical support within the region.

The role requires strong experience with IEC 61131-3 programming, wiring schematics, and automation protocols such as BACnet and Modbus. Collaboration with sales and service teams will be essential to deliver robust energy-efficient solutions.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Three to five years of experience working with Programmable Controls and Electronics in a technical or commercial role.
• One or more years of experience in the HVAC/R Industry
• Familiarity with IEC 61131-3 Structured Text and Function Block Diagram programming
• Ability to read electrical schematics and process control diagrams
• Familiarity with automation protocols such as BACnet and Modbus
• Basic knowledge of Networking/IT Infrastructure

Responsibilities

• Designs, develops, and implements programmable control solutions for the HVAC/R industry
• Trains customers in the use of proprietary hardware and software solutions
• Interacts and visits with customers as required to support the development of application software
• Assists customers in the development and implementation of control solutions
• Assesses existing control logic to identify issues and potential improvements
• Possesses working knowledge of the full range of product platforms
• Works with the sales team to determine customer control requirements
• Works with sales and marketing teams to provide feedback based on customer requests, industry trends, and domain knowledge to develop and enhance electronic service offerings.
• Provides support and troubleshooting to customers for CAREL products and software solutions

Skills

Problem Solving

Project Management

Technical Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Decision Making

Analytical Skills

Education

4-year degree in Engineering

Tools

BACnet

Modbus

IEC 61131-3

Job description

CAREL USA, Inc. is seeking an HVAC Controls Engineer in Brea, CA to design and develop control solutions for HVAC/R systems. You will work with programmable controllers on established product platforms and provide technical support within the region.

The role requires strong experience with IEC 61131-3 programming, wiring schematics, and automation protocols such as BACnet and Modbus. Collaboration with sales and service teams will be essential to deliver robust energy-efficient solutions.