Senior Controls Engineer

Carrier; Sylvania (OH); On-site; USD 79,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Carrier is seeking a Building Automation Systems Engineer to design intelligent BAS solutions for Ohio facilities, including schools, hospitals, and government buildings. The role focuses on energy efficiency, occupant comfort, and integration with existing systems.

You will develop wiring diagrams, sequences of operation, and submittal packages, while mentoring junior engineers and growing into senior technical or leadership roles as the Columbus footprint expands.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 4+ years of experience in HVAC or BAS controls.
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, HVAC, building automation, or a related engineering field.
• Familiarity with BACnet, Modbus, SNMP, and LON.
• Experience with engineering tools including Visio, EDS, Eikon, SiteBuilder, and ViewBuilder.
• Strong understanding of control theory, including PID loops and I/O configurations.
• Effective communication, organizational, and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Design complete BAS solutions, including controllers, sensors, relays, actuators, and network infrastructure.
• Develop submittal packages with wiring diagrams, sequences of operation, and point schedules.
• Interpret construction documents to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Select appropriate hardware based on system specifications and performance criteria.
• Create and manage RFIs to clarify technical or scope‑related issues.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure timely and accurate delivery of engineering documentation.
• Adhere to company, customer, and safety standards throughout design and implementation.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the engineering department.
• Mentor junior engineers and support technical development across the team.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Decision making

Project management

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, HVAC, building automation or related field

Tools

Microsoft Visio

EDS

Eikon

SiteBuilder

ViewBuilder

Job description

About Carrier

Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Through cutting‑edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature control, air quality and transportation, we improve lives, empower critical industries and ensure safe transport of food, lifesaving medicines and more. Since inventing modern air conditioning in 1902, we lead with purpose: enhancing the lives we live and the world we share. We continue to lead because of our world‑class, inclusive workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do.

Company Overview

Automated Logic Corporation (ALC), a subsidiary of Carrier Global Corporation, is a leading provider of innovative building management solutions. ALC’s technologies are designed to optimize energy efficiency, sustainability, and occupant comfort across a wide range of commercial, institutional, and government facilities. Through a global network of independent dealers and North American branch offices, ALC delivers intuitive systems that control and monitor critical building functions such as HVAC, lighting, and energy usage.

About This Role

Join a team that’s shaping the future of smart, sustainable buildings across Ohio—including a growing footprint in the Columbus market. As a Building Automation Systems (BAS) Engineer, you will design intelligent systems that enhance energy efficiency, occupant comfort, and operational performance in facilities such as schools, hospitals, government buildings, and commercial spaces.

This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the early‑stage growth of our Columbus operations, helping to establish a strong technical presence and build relationships with local customers. You’ll be part of a collaborative regional team driving innovation across new and existing markets, with opportunities to work on a diverse range of projects and influence how we deliver solutions in Central Ohio.

In this role, you will be responsible for the design and documentation of building automation systems that support intelligent, energy‑efficient building operations. This includes developing equipment‑level wiring schematics, point layouts, control sequences, hardware selection, network architecture, and system integration strategies. You will collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure that all designs meet project specifications, customer expectations, and industry standards.

This position reports directly to the Branch Engineering Supervisor and offers a clear path for professional growth, including opportunities to mentor junior engineers and advance into senior technical or leadership roles.

Key Responsibilities

• Design complete BAS solutions, including controllers, sensors, relays, actuators, and network infrastructure.
• Develop submittal packages that include wiring diagrams, sequences of operation, and point schedules to support programming, graphics, installation, and commissioning.
• Interpret mechanical, electrical, and architectural construction documents to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Select appropriate hardware and components based on system specifications and performance criteria.
• Create and manage Requests for Information (RFIs) to clarify technical or scope‑related issues.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure timely and accurate delivery of engineering documentation.
• Adhere to company, customer, and safety standards throughout the design and implementation process.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the engineering department.
• For qualified candidates, provide mentorship to junior engineers and support technical development across the team.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 4+ years of experience in HVAC or BAS controls.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, HVAC, building automation, or a related engineering field.
• 5 or more years of experience in the building automation industry.
• Proficiency in interpreting architectural, mechanical, and electrical blueprints and specifications.
• Familiarity with building automation communication protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, SNMP, and LON.
• Experience with engineering tools and platforms including Microsoft Visio, EDS, Eikon, SiteBuilder, and ViewBuilder.
• Strong understanding of control theory, including PID loops and I/O configurations.
• Effective communication, organizational, and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

Pay Range

The annual salary for this position is between $79,000.00 – $158,000.00 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include, but are not limited to, skills, education, experience, and other unique qualifications of the successful candidate.

Other Compensation

This position may be entitled to short‑term cash incentives, subject to plan requirements.

Benefits

• Health Care Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision; Wellness incentives
• Retirement Benefits
• Time off and Leave: Paid vacation days, up to 15 days; paid sick days, up to 5 days; paid personal leave, up to 5 days; paid holidays, up to 13 days; birth and adoption leave; parental leave; family and medical leave; bereavement leave; jury duty leave; military leave; purchased vacation
• Disability: Short‑term and long‑term disability
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• Tax‑Advantaged Accounts: Health Savings Account, Health Care Spending Account, Dependent Care Spending Account
• Tuition Assistance

The specific benefits available to any employee may vary depending on state and local laws and eligibility factors, such as date of hire and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

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Carrier EEO Statement and Accommodations Process

Carrier is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status or any other applicable state or federal protected class. Carrier provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with section 503 of Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.

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Application Deadline

Applications will be accepted for at least 3 days from JobPosting Date: 6 July 2026

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