On-Site Systems Application Engineer II: BAS Design

Schneider Electric; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Flexible work arrangements

Employee development programs

Job summary

Schneider Electric in New York is seeking a Systems Application Engineer II to design and deliver building automation solutions that improve energy efficiency, comfort, and reliability. You will own projects from pre‑sales support through design, documentation, and commissioning, acting as a technical expert for colleagues and customers.

The role requires on-site presence in New York, collaboration with sales and operations, and the ability to read drawings, select products, and produce complete

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in mechanical or electrical engineering (preferred).
• 3–5 years of BAS, HVAC controls, or MEP experience.
• Ability to read/interpret architectural, electrical, mechanical, and control drawings.
• Working knowledge of MS Office, Visio, file structures.

Responsibilities

• Review bid specs and develop clear, strategic exceptions
• Select the best mix of products and installation methods for cost‑effective solutions
• Prepare installation submittals and support handoff to operations
• Act as a technical resource for internal teams and customers
• Attend sales‑to‑operations turnover meetings and job‑site walk‑throughs
• Independently design BAS systems for standard and mission‑critical facilities
• Create custom design solutions to meet unique customer requirements
• Produce complete BAS design packages: mechanical layouts, electrical drawings, BOM, sequences of operation, valve/damper schedules, DDC panel layouts, BAS network architecture
• Analyze plans, codes, and specifications to determine project scope and risks
• Provide start‑up/commissioning documentation to installation teams
• Prepare engineering re‑estimates and collaborate with sales/management
• Create specs and drawings for components from external suppliers
• Select appropriate control products (valves, sensors, controllers, etc.)
• Prepare RFIs and manage pre‑installation change orders
• Maintain and update hardware and engineering standards

Skills

BAS/HVAC controls

Drawing interpretation

Strong communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's in mechanical or electrical engineering

Tools

MS Office

Visio

BAS software knowledge

BACnet

LON

Modbus

Job description

Schneider Electric in New York is seeking a Systems Application Engineer II to design and deliver building automation solutions that improve energy efficiency, comfort, and reliability. You will own projects from pre‑sales support through design, documentation, and commissioning, acting as a technical expert for colleagues and customers.

The role requires on-site presence in New York, collaboration with sales and operations, and the ability to read drawings, select products, and produce complete