Lead Building Automation & Controls Engineer

Konik; Minneapolis (MN); Hybride; USD 110 000 - 150 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA

FSA

PTO

401(k) with Employer Match

Hybrid schedule

Résumé du poste

Konik in Minneapolis, MN, is seeking a Lead Building Automation & Controls Engineer to drive multi-site automation projects, from design to commissioning, across Niagara N4 deployments.

The role requires 8+ years in building automation/HVAC, Niagara N4 proficiency, and travel up to 50%. A Bachelor’s in engineering or related field is preferred, with strong diagramming and project-management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Controls, Systems Engineering, CS, or related field preferred.
• 8+ years in building automation and HVAC within engineering or field technician roles.
• Niagara-based building automation; Niagara N4 Certification or AX with N4 proficiency.
• Proficiency creating control and wiring diagrams using AutoCAD or Visio.
• Experience managing technical projects involving building automation, industrial controls, or energy systems.
• Willingness to travel 25–50% (local and out-of-state).

Responsabilités

• Lead automation and controls integration across multi-site Niagara N4 deployments.
• Manage project schedules, deliverables, and system performance milestones.
• Coordinate PLCs, sensors, SCADA, BAS/BMS platforms, and related controls tech.
• Perform startups, commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and optimization.
• Collaborate with PMs, engineering, operations, sales, and partners.
• Serve as primary automation liaison with customers, contractors, and vendors.
• Develop documentation including control sequences and system standards.

Connaissances

Niagara N4 proficiency

Building Automation

HVAC Systems

Project Management

Travel readiness

Multi-site deployments

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Controls, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Outils

AutoCAD

Microsoft Visio

Description du poste

Minneapolis, MN | Direct Hire | $110k - $150k

Konik is partnering with a fast-growing local startup with a focus on providing advanced sustainable heating and cooling technologies to add a Lead Building Automation & Controls Engineer to its growing team. This is a unique opportunity to join a mission-driven, scaling organization developing innovative energy systems that significantly reduce carbon emissions across commercial, industrial, and multi-family facilities.

Lead Building Automation & Controls Engineer Responsibilities

• Lead automation and controls integration activities across projects from design & programming through configuration & commissioning for multi-site, large-scale Niagara N4 deployments
• Manage project schedules, deliverables, system performance objectives, and automation-related milestones
• Coordinate integration of PLCs, sensors, SCADA systems, BAS/BMS platforms, and related controls technologies
• Perform startups & support commissioning, functional testing, troubleshooting, and long-term system optimization initiatives
• Collaborate with project managers, engineering, operations, sales, and external partners to ensure successful project delivery
• Serve as the primary point of contact for automation-related communication with customers, contractors, and vendors
• Develop automation documentation, including control sequences, commissioning procedures, and system architecture standards

Lead Building Automation & Controls Engineer Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Controls, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field preferred
• 8+ years of experience in building automation & HVAC systems in engineering or field technician capacity
• Must be proficient in Niagara-based building automation systems; Niagara N4 Certification or similar (AX certification with demonstrable N4 proficiency)
• Proficiency in creating control and wiring diagrams utilizing AutoCAD, Microsoft Visio, or similar tools
• Experience managing technical projects involving building automation systems, industrial controls, or energy systems
• Ability and willingness to travel 25-50%; combination of local and out of state work

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401 (k) with Employer Match
• Flexible, hybrid schedule

Konik is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other protected class status.