HVAC Controls System Engineer

Alloy Enterprises; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus plan

Paid time off

Benefits package

Safety-focused culture

Travel opportunities

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Johnson Controls in Houston, TX is seeking a seasoned Building Controls Engineer to design, configure, and operate complete building control systems including fire, security, and other low voltage subsystems to meet project requirements. You will develop sophisticated software programs, commission and troubleshoot to ensure proper operation, and provide detailed submittals to customers and field teams.

The role emphasizes design rigor, timely execution, and collaboration with subcontractors,

Qualifications

• Five years of experience with an engineering degree or seven years with an associate degree in a related field.
• Proven knowledge of HVAC Controls Systems.

Responsibilities

• Designs and configures building control systems per contract documents.
• Develops and tests software programs to operate the system.
• Coordinates drawings and equipment schedules for submittals and installation.
• Selects, orders, and supervises materials for assigned projects and manages deliveries.
• Assists in loading, commissioning and validating the full system with subcontractors.

Skills

HVAC Controls

Engineering degree

Associate degree

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Associate degree in related technical field

Tools

CAD software

Job description

About Us:

Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and bonus plan


• Paid vacation/holidays/sick-time


• Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care - Available day one


• Encouraging and collaborative team environment


• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy

* Potential for Optional Travel! Hawaii, Guam & Other USA Locations

* Sign on bonus potential

* Relocation assistance potential

What you will do

Under general direction, responsible for the design, configuration, and operation of complete building control systems including fire, security, and other low voltage control sub-systems (ie lighting, nurse call, data networks, etc.) to meet the intent of the project requirements. Accountable to field teams for quality, timeliness and efficiency of designs. Develops sophisticated software programs, commissions and solves problems to ensure proper operations of the building control system. Provides detailed information and submittals to communicate design and operation to customers, consultants, Johnson Controls field installation team and subcontractors.

How you will do it

• Designs and configures technically sophisticated building control systems as defined by the contract documents. Builds flow diagrams, sequence of operations, bill of material, network layouts and electrical schematics as required.


• Develops and tests software programs vital to operate the system per the intent of the project requirements.


• Coordinates the creation of vital drawings and equipment schedules for submittals and installation.


• Selects, orders, and supervises the delivery of materials for assigned projects. Coordinates factory-mounting processes to meet factory and project schedule.


• Assists in the loading and commissioning of all system and network-level controllers as required. Assists in validation of complete system functionality and solves problems with subcontractors and other trades to ensure proper operation.


• Provides field change information to the project team for the creation of as-built drawings and software.


• Keeps management and JCI contractor or customer advised of job progress and issues.


• Assists in performing site-specific training for owner/operator on the total building control system.


• Participates in release meeting with project field team.


• Performs value engineering to provide cost effective results while maintaining customer satisfaction.


• Adheres to safety standards. High degree of regard to employee and subcontractor safety.

What we look for

Required

• Minimum of Five years of experience & Engineering Degree or an Associate degree in a related technical field with seven years of relevant work experience required.


• Proven knowledge of HVAC Controls Systems

Preferred

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering with a minimum of five years of experience, or an associate degree in a related technical field with five years of relevant work experience required.


• Demonstrated knowledge of control theory, automatic temperature controls, building automation systems and other building subsystems.


• Proven experience in the integration of low voltage building sub-systems using various industry protocols (i.e. LON, BacNet, etc.). Ability to relate technical knowledge to a non-technical audience.


• Proven advanced computer skills required, particularly computer-related drafting tools.

HIRING SALARY RANGE:

$85k- 115k. (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This role offers a competitive Bonus plan that will take into account individual, group, and corporate performance. This position includes a competitive benefits package.

The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us

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