Senior HVAC Automation Engineer - BAS & Controls

Centralmechanical; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 75,768 - 96,432; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) Savings Plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Centralmechanical is hiring for a senior automation engineer to design and implement BAS controls across multiple HVAC systems. You will develop control algorithms, download code to controllers, and manage databases, while coordinating with IT for network integration and providing customer training on system operations.

You should have a mechanical engineering background with 6+ years in Siemens Apogee/Desigo and strong programming, blueprint reading, and HVAC knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience.
• 6+ years of experience with Siemens Apogee and Desigo.
• Working knowledge of HVAC systems (unitary systems to central plants).
• Troubleshooting skills to distinguish HVAC vs. computer/controller issues.
• General understanding of IP networks.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to read blueprints.
• Knowledge of Object Oriented Programming (Java, C++).
• Knowledge of AutoCAD is a plus.
• BACnet/LonWorks/Tridium NIAGARA/Distech/Eclypse/Direct Digital Controls/Siemens/Schnieder preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create control algorithms, download source code to controllers, and manage system databases.
• Implement an animated front-end graphical user interface.
• Integrate multiple protocols and platforms via a single front end.
• Lead start-ups, commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting of BAS controls and mechanical systems.
• Coordinate network drops, IP addresses, and monitoring tools with IT staff.
• Work with vendors to coordinate communication protocols and database requirements.
• Generate semi‑complex reports to analyze system operation and verify scope compliance.
• Support final inspection, customer acceptance, and end-user training.
• Provide Plans & Control System Documents for as-built drawings.
• Mentor other specialists with automation or HVAC knowledge.

Skills

Siemens Apogee and Desigo

Object Oriented Programming (Java, C+)

IP networks knowledge

Reading blueprints

BACnet / LonWorks / Niagara / Tridium

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Centralmechanical is hiring for a senior automation engineer to design and implement BAS controls across multiple HVAC systems. You will develop control algorithms, download code to controllers, and manage databases, while coordinating with IT for network integration and providing customer training on system operations.

You should have a mechanical engineering background with 6+ years in Siemens Apogee/Desigo and strong programming, blueprint reading, and HVAC knowledge.