Lead Building Automation & Controls Engineer - Hybrid

Konik; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA

FSA

PTO

401(k) with Employer Match

Hybrid schedule

Job summary

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).

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Niagara N4 proficiency

Building Automation

HVAC Systems

Project Management

Travel readiness

Multi-site deployments

Education

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

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Visio

Job description

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.