Senior BMS Design Engineer - Data Centers & High-Tech (Hybrid)

X4 Engineering; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

X4 Engineering in Chicago is seeking a Mid-Level Control Systems Engineer (3–7 years) to lead Building Management System (BMS) design across data centers, healthcare, life sciences, and high‑tech facilities.

You will author SOOs, points lists, schedules and control diagrams, coordinate with MEP teams, and review submittals during construction. This role includes up to 170k OTE and a strong bonus track, reflecting a PE‑driven career path at a legacy firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electro-Mechanical, or Systems Engineering.
• EIT / FE status preferred (or actively on track toward your PE).
• 3–7 years working with HVAC controls, building automation, and DDC systems.
• Proficiency in reviewing/authoring mechanical drawings, specs, and control sequences (MEP consulting background highly valued).

Responsibilities

• Design complete Building Management System (BMS) architectures, DDC riser diagrams, and control panel layouts.
• Author detailed Sequences of Operation (SOO), points lists, valve/damper schedules, and MasterFormat specifications (Division 25/23).
• Coordinate controls design hand-in-hand with internal mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) engineering teams.
• Review contractor submittals, shop drawings, and RFIs during the construction phase.
• Design robust IP-based controls network architectures and open-protocol integrations (BACnet, Modbus).

Skills

HVAC controls

BMS design

DDC

BACnet

Modbus

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electro-Mechanical, or Systems Engineering

Job description

X4 Engineering in Chicago is seeking a Mid-Level Control Systems Engineer (3–7 years) to lead Building Management System (BMS) design across data centers, healthcare, life sciences, and high‑tech facilities.

You will author SOOs, points lists, schedules and control diagrams, coordinate with MEP teams, and review submittals during construction. This role includes up to 170k OTE and a strong bonus track, reflecting a PE‑driven career path at a legacy firm.