Project Engineer - Building Intelligence

Jaros, Baum & Bolles (JB&B); New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

401k employer match and stock options

PTO and volunteer program

JB&B University training

Job summary

Jaros, Baum & Bolles (JB&B), now part of Trinity’s Built Environment division, seeks an Engineer or Project Engineer Building Intelligence to join our Smart Building team in New York. You will help design advanced building systems that improve occupant experience, energy efficiency, and performance through automation across commercial real estate, healthcare, and science sectors.

Collaborate with senior engineers and vendors to integrate BAS/BMS, energy meters, access control, and cloud

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of relevant experience with building automation systems, controls integration, or smart building technology.
• Familiarity with energy monitoring systems, API integrations, and BACnet/IP, MQTT, REST.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support design of smart building systems linking BAS/BMS, energy meters, access control, and cloud platforms.
• Document designs in Division 25 specifications.
• Design data flows for energy savings, automation, and fault detection.
• Assist with data communication protocols and system integrations (BACnet/IP, Modbus, MQTT, REST).
• Support integration of smart building data with analytics platforms using ML/AI for predictive maintenance and occupancy-based control.
• Coordinate with senior engineers, PMs, vendors to align requirements.
• Prepare interface control documents and conduct system performance reviews.
• Participate in client meetings to translate operational goals into designs.

Skills

Building automation systems

Controls integration

Smart building technology

Data analytics

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Building Systems, or related field

Tools

BACnet/IP

MQTT

REST APIs

Modbus

Cloud platforms

Analytics platforms

Job description

Join JB&B and shape the future of the built environment!

Founded in 1915, Jaros, Baum & Bolles has been a pillar of engineering innovation in New York City for over a century. Specializing in mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), JB&B has contributed to some of the most iconic buildings.

In October 2025, JB&B joined forces with Trinity Consultants, a global consulting firm focused on the natural and built environments. JB&B now operates within Trinity’s Built Environment division, combining its deep expertise in high-performance building systems with Trinity’s strengths in acoustic design, facility operations, commissioning, and technology strategy.

This strategic merger expands JB&B’s capabilities and offers employees:

• Access to a broader portfolio of international projects and clients
• Enhanced career mobility across Trinity’s global network
• Interdisciplinary collaboration with experts in sustainability, environmental science, and digital infrastructure

About the Role

JB&B is seeking an Engineer or Project Engineer Building Intelligence, to join our growing Building Intelligence/Smart Building team. In this role, you will support the design of advanced building systems that enhance occupant experience, optimize performance, and enable energy efficiency through automation. Working across a range of sectors – including commercial real estate, healthcare, and science & technology – you will help bridge the gap between traditional MEP systems and emerging digital tools, including cloud-based platforms, analytics engines, and AI-enabled applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in developing smart building designs that connect building automation systems (BAS/BMS), energy meters, access control, and cloud platforms.
• Assist in documenting those designs in Division 25 specifications.
• Help design data flows that support energy savings, system automation, and intelligent fault detection.
• Support implementation of data communication protocols and system integrations using standards such as BACnet/IP, Modbus, MQTT, and REST APIs.
• Support integration of smart building data with analytics platforms that apply machine learning or AI for predictive maintenance, occupancy – based control, and energy optimization.
• Work with senior engineers, project managers, and vendors to coordinate integration requirements across disciplines.
• Support preparation of interface control documents and system performance reviews.
• Participate in client meetings and workshops to understand operational goals and translate them into designs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Building Systems, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of relevant experience with building automation systems, controls integration, or smart building technology.
• Familiarity with energy monitoring systems, API integrations, and communication protocols (BACnet/IP, MQTT, REST, etc.).
• Strong communication and organizational skills

Why Work at JB&B?

• Legacy + Innovation: Our company blends a rich history with forward-thinking design, including smart building systems and deep carbon reduction strategies.
• Collaborative Culture: With over 400 professionals, our company fosters mentorship, teamwork, and continuous learning.
• Global Impact: Now part of Trinity, our company offers opportunities to work on transformative projects across commercial, healthcare, aviation, life sciences, and data center sectors.
• Multiple office locations: New York, Boston and Philadelphia.

What We Offer

• Hybrid workplace offering the flexibility to work both from home and the office
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401k employer match and stock options
• Paid time off (PTO), volunteer program and employee resource groups
• Training and professional development courses through JB&B University

Estimated compensation range: 85,000-$140,00 annual salary

Salary ranges are posted for visibility, but can be negotiated based on candidate qualifications and years of experience.

Jaros, Baum & Bolles is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law.