Senior Building Controls & Automation Engineer

Visionaire Partners; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lucrative Bonus Structure

On-Call Support

401(k) with company match

Health & Wellness benefits

Training & Certification support

Job summary

Visionaire Partners seeks a Senior Building Automation & Controls Specialist to lead the design, testing, and deployment of integrated BAS across lab and live client facilities. You will program, commission, and diagnose complex building control systems, optimize HVAC and power networks, and provide detailed documentation and client support.

This hybrid, direct-hire role demands expertise in Niagara N4/AX and real-world electrical/network experience.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in technical automation, with 3+ years in top BAS platforms (Niagara, Johnson Controls, Siemens, Honeywell, Trane, Distech).
• 5+ years of hands-on experience building/testing control hardware and commercial HVAC systems.
• Strong working knowledge of electrical circuits and network protocols.
• High school diploma or equivalent (Bachelor’s preferred).
• Valid US work authorization (no sponsorship available).

Responsibilities

• Program, commission, and troubleshoot complex building control architectures
• Perform diagnostic repairs, routine service, and system optimizations on automated equipment
• Read and interpret complex electrical, mechanical, network, and control schematics
• Deliver expert client support, technical documentation, and off-hours emergency response as needed

Skills

Technical automation

BAS platforms

HVAC control systems

Electrical circuits

Networking protocols

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Niagara N4/AX

Java

SQL

Job description

Senior Building Automation & Controls Specialist

Driven to optimize critical facility systems? We are seeking a technical leader to engineer, test, and deploy integrated Building Automation Systems (BAS)—covering HVAC, power, lighting, and environmental monitoring across test-bench setups and live client facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Program, commission, and troubleshoot complex building control architectures
• Perform diagnostic repairs, routine service, and system optimizations on automated equipment
• Read and interpret complex electrical, mechanical, network, and control schematics
• Deliver expert client support, technical documentation, and off-hours emergency response as needed

Core Qualifications

• 7+ years in technical automation, with 3+ years in top BAS platforms (Niagara, Johnson Controls, Siemens, Honeywell, Trane, Distech)
• 5+ years of hands‑on experience building/testing control hardware and commercial HVAC systems
• Strong working knowledge of electrical circuits and network protocols
• High school diploma or equivalent (Bachelor’s preferred)
• Valid US work authorization (no sponsorship available)

Preferred Extras

• Niagara N4/AX Certification
• CompTIA A+ / Network+ or general networking skills
• Java or SQL experience

Compensation & Perks

• Lucrative Bonus Structure: Target is 20% with potential to 70%
• On-Call Support: Dedicated call allowance
• Financial Benefits: 401(k) with company match, Profit Sharing, Credit Union access
• Comprehensive Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, Life, Disability, AD&D, Legal Services Plan
• Growth: Ongoing professional training and certification support

Work Setup

• Role Type: Direct-Hire, Full-Time
• Schedule: Hybrid flexibility (1–2 days remote post-onboarding; mix of lab, field, and on-call work)

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