Lead Control Systems Engineer

RoviSys Building Technologies; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Base Salary

Performance Bonuses

Travel Perks

Full Benefits Package

401(k) with company match

Generous PTO

Ongoing training and professional development

Job summary

A leading building automation firm in Virginia is seeking a Lead Controls Systems Engineer to design and lead automation projects. You will manage a team of engineers, oversee instrument and electrical design, and configure systems for customer needs. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's Degree and over 3 years of experience in the industry, with strong knowledge of HVAC systems and various control technologies. Competitive compensation includes a salary of $80,000 to $130,000 and a full benefits package.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in building automation field.
• Controls experience with Rockwell, Aveva, or similar systems.
• Basic HVAC systems understanding in building automation.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance to a small engineering team.
• Research and select appropriate controls hardware.
• Lead customer design review meetings and testing.

Skills

Team Leadership

Sales Support

Electrical Design

Systems Design and Configuration

HVAC Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a technical field

Tools

Rockwell: FactoryTalk Suite

Aveva System Platform

SQL

VBA

Python

Job description

Overview

Lead Controls Systems Engineers are responsible for designing and leading building automation projects.

Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Sales Support (20%)

• Provide technical guidance for a project team of 2-5 engineers
• Identify and assign tasks within the project team
• Lead customer meetings
• Assist with proposal generation by estimating hardware costs and the engineering effort required for a project
• Maintain relationships with existing customers

Instrumentation & Electrical Design (30%)

• Create instrument lists by examining P&ID drawings
• Research instrumentation (temperature transmitters, pressure transmitters, flow meter, valve actuators, etc…) and select devices appropriate for the project
• Research and select controls hardware appropriate for the project
• Compile submittal documentation for controls and instrument hardware
• Create panel layouts and electrical schematics for controls enclosures
• Procure project hardware
• Provide technical support for panel fabrication technicians
• Inspect completed control enclosures

System Design and Configuration (30%)

• Lead customer design review meetings
• Configure user interface and HMI screens
• Configure DDC, PLC and/or DCS control algorithms
• Execute internal functional and quality control testingDraft system documentation
• Assist in customer demonstrations and acceptance testing

Onsite System Startup (20%)

• Install project software and configuration onto site systems
• Participate in point to point loop checks for all instrumentation
• Perform software calibration and tuning
• Conduct functional tests of all systems
• Troubleshoot installation discrepancies
• Support additional customer testing
• Program field modifications as required
• Train customer representatives on operations and maintenance of system

Qualifications

Technical Experience

• Bachelors Degree in a technical field or related Technical Degree
• 3+ years of experience in related field/industry
• Controls Experience in at least one of the following:
  • Rockwell: FactoryTalk Suite, RS Logix/Studio 5000, familiarity with PlantPAx DCS
  • Aveva System Platform
  • Inductive Ignition Perspective
  • Distech: Experience with BACnet and LON Distech controllers, Eclypse Controllers
• Other useful technologies include:
  • Johnson Controls: Facility Explorer or Metasys controllers
  • Tridium: Niagara N4
  • SQL
  • Scripting languages (VBA, Python, etc.)
  • Knowledge of Kepware OPC server, ThinManager, VMware is preferred.

HVAC Experience/Knowledge

• Basic understanding of HVAC systems in large building automation systems.
• Understanding of sequence of operations and P&IDs for HVAC and plant utilities.
• Experience with functional testing, including the ability to create, maintain, and execute test plans.
• Experience with specifying instrumentation and control valves for HVAC systems

Compensation & Benefits Highlights

• Competitive Base Salary: $80,000–$130,000, depending on experience
• Performance Bonuses: Bonus structure designed to reward results
• Travel Perks: Travel incentives + per-diem packages for field assignments
• Full Benefits Package: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement Ready: 401(k) with company match
• Time Off: Generous PTO which includes vacation, holidays, and unlimited personal time
• Grow With Us: Ongoing training, certifications, and professional development support