Lead Bldg Automation Engineer

Valiant Integrated Services; Maryland; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Valiant Government Services in Maryland seeks a Lead Building Automation Engineer to oversee BAS system operations, programming changes, and preventive maintenance across facilities. You will coordinate technicians, manage work orders, and ensure reliable performance of complex HVAC controls.

The role requires hands-on BAS experience, strong problem-solving skills, and collaboration with subcontractors to meet safety and performance standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; associate degree preferred.
• Proven electro-mechanical aptitude and PC/software skills.
• Formal BAS training certifications.

Responsibilities

• Directs and teaches BAS operators; troubleshoots system problems.
• Diagnoses and repairs routine control malfunctions.
• Manages work to meet deadlines and customer satisfaction.

Skills

BAS knowledge

Team leadership

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree preferred

BAS certifications

Tools

Johnson Controls Metasys

Schneider Electric Controls

BACnet

Modbus

Microsoft Office

Job description

VGS is looking for a Lead Bldg Automation Engineer to join our team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• A Building Automation Engineer, also known as, HVAC Controls Tech, Project Engineer, or Controls Engineer, works directly on the Maintenance team on proper function of complex building automation systems, and a major role in executing Work Orders and preventive Maintenance tasks, ordering of components, and jobsite coordination with technicians and sub-contractors
• Leads, directs, and teaches BAS system operators with solutions to systems problems, either troubleshooting the system or advise others on how to resolve problems
• Diagnose and repair routine electronic control system malfunctions.
• Manage assigned work to meet professional execution, time, and customer satisfaction standards.
• Report problems or changes to management immediately.
• Make programing level changes to equipment sequences, alarm parameters.
• Troubleshoot software coding and make any necessary enhancements to ensure reliable and smooth operations of equipment and systems.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or state-recognized GED; Associate degree preferred
• Proven electro-mechanical aptitude (based on previous experience and/or education) and user PC/software skill

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Familiarity with Johnson Controls Metasys and or Schneider Electric Controls or equivalent platforms and understanding of control programming and graphics for control systems.
• Possesses formal BAS training certifications.
• Advanced level knowledge of BAS, networks, software protocols.
• Knowledge and understanding of various communications protocols used in the industry including BACnet and Modbus.
• Familiarity with energy management systems, HVAC systems, and temperature controls, and related/integrated systems
• Ability to work in a variety of circumstances, including climbing ladders, scaffolds, lift equipment, and roofs in heat/cold/day/night conditions
• Ability to work in a team environment providing dedicated support to our customers
• Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel & Outlook)

PHYSCIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Physical requirements may include, but are not limited to, lifting, crawling under/over utilities and in compromised spaces, ascending and descending stairs, climbing, extended sitting or standing, to various degrees.
• Ability to work in a variety of circumstances, including climbing ladders, scaffolds, lift equipment, and roofs in heat/cold/day/night conditions.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Valiant Government Services is an employer who hires in accordance with applicable state and federal law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in compliance with those laws.