Senior Design Engineer

Rippling, Inc.; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401K with Employer Match

Disability Coverage

Flexible PTO

Field Travel Benefits

Job summary

Divcon is seeking a Senior Design Engineer to lead the design, documentation, and implementation of complex building automation systems for facilities nationwide. You will act as a technical authority and mentor, bridging electrical design, control logic development, and project leadership to meet customer expectations and energy goals.

You will design BAS for HVAC, lighting, and metering, enforce industry standards, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure schedules and quality.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in building automation, MEP design, or industrial controls.
• Produce and review AutoCAD/AutoCAD Electrical drawings and submittals.
• Familiarity with control systems protocols (BACnet, Modbus, LonWorks).
• Knowledge of NEC, NFPA, UL, ASHRAE standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical design of HVAC and BAS control systems, including schematics and wiring details.
• Translate plans into full automation designs with SOO integration.
• Review BOMs, submittals, and control device specs for procurement.
• Ensure designs comply with NEC, NFPA, ASHRAE, UL standards.
• QA/QC reviews of drawings and as‑builts to ensure quality.
• Support commissioning and startup with software and installation teams.

Skills

HVAC Systems

BAS Design

Control System Architecture

Project Leadership

Documentation & CAD

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical/Mechanical/Controls Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Electrical

PLC/HMI Programming

ETAP/SKM

Job description

As a Senior Design Engineer, you will lead the design, documentation, and implementation of complex building automation and control systems for commercial, industrial, and mission-critical facilities. You’ll serve as both a technical authority and mentor, ensuring that Divcon’s automation solutions are designed with precision, scalability, and performance in mind. This role bridges electrical design, control logic development, and project leadership - ensuring every system meets customer expectations, industry standards, and energy efficiency goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the technical design of HVAC and building automation control systems, including control schematics, riser/network diagrams, panel layouts, and point-to-point wiring details.
• Translate mechanical/electrical plans and specifications into full automation control designs, ensuring seamless integration with mechanical sequences of operation (SOO).
• Develop and review control submittals, bill of materials (BOMs), and control device specifications for procurement and fabrication.
• Apply and enforce NEC, NFPA, ASHRAE, and UL standards in all designs.
• Conduct QA/QC reviews of control drawings, submittals, and as-builts to ensure quality and compliance.
• Support commissioning and startup by collaborating with software and installation teams, troubleshooting control and network issues as needed.
• Develop sequence of operations documentation, logic diagrams, and control narratives for advanced mechanical systems.
• Engineer system architectures involving BACnet, Modbus, and IP-based networks, integrating HVAC, lighting, and metering systems.
• Design custom control panels and assist in panel shop build verification or FAT/SAT testing.
• Evaluate and implement new control hardware, sensors, and energy optimization strategies to enhance performance.
• Work with IT and software teams to support cybersecurity, connectivity, and system resiliency in networked BAS deployments.
• Provide technical mentorship to junior and intermediate designers, supporting their growth in BAS, electrical design, and documentation standards.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with mechanical, software, and commissioning teams to resolve design challenges and maintain project schedules.
• Contribute to internal standards development, drafting best practices for submittal templates, CAD standards, and design workflows.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Controls Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in building automation, MEP design, or industrial controls.
• Demonstrated ability to produce and review AutoCAD or AutoCAD Electrical drawings and submittal packages.
• Hands‑on experience with control systems communication protocols (BACnet, Modbus, LonWorks, etc.).
• Familiarity with DDC system architecture, field controllers, and point mapping for HVAC systems.
• Strong understanding of sequence of operations, mechanical integration, and power distribution basics.
• Knowledge of applicable codes and standards: NEC, NFPA, UL 508A, ASHRAE 135, and local energy codes.
• Excellent organizational, documentation, and communication skills.

Preferred

• Experience with PLC/HMI programming or troubleshooting (Allen-Bradley, Schneider, Siemens, etc.).
• Field or commissioning exposure — FAT/SAT testing, control panel fabrication, or on-site startup.
• Prior leadership of small design teams or project-level ownership of BAS packages.
• Proficiency in ETAP, SKM, or similar tools for electrical analysis.
• P.E. or E.I.T. license preferred but not required.

Benefits & Total Rewards

• Opportunities for Growth

Hands‑on training and career advancement in an exploding data-center industry.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

We cover 100% of individual medical premiums and help offset the cost of family coverage.

• 401K with Employer Match

Eligible after 90 days, with company matching to help you invest in your future.

• Disability Coverage

Both short and long-term disability insurance provided at no cost to our employees.

• Flexible PTO

Take time off when you need it, no accruing time necessary.

• Field-Based Employee Benefits

For eligible field-based roles that require travel, Divcon covers all business travel expenses and provides a per diem, phone allowance, tools, and PPE at no cost. Eligible employees also receive paid training and additional reimbursable business expenses.

Divcon does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Agencies must have a signed agreement in place prior to submitting any candidate. Unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Divcon, and no fees will be paid.

About Us

Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Divcon delivers fully integrated automation solutions nationwide that optimize performance, energy efficiency, and reliability across HVAC, lighting, power monitoring, and mission-critical systems. Leveraging advanced technologies—including Allen-Bradley PLCs, Ignition SCADA, and Delta DDC systems—we combine deep technical expertise with field-tested execution to deliver precise, scalable, and high-performance solutions.