Senior HVAC Automation Field Engineer: Controls & Start-up

EMCOR Group, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) Savings Plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

HSA/FSAs

Job summary

EMCOR Group, Inc. is seeking an Automation Field Engineer to service, test, adjust, and repair electric and mechanical automation systems on-site. You will diagnose failures, mentor technicians, and coordinate with project teams to ensure smooth operation.

The role requires strong electronics and programming knowledge, plus excellent communication with customers and internal teams. Travel to job sites will be part of daily activities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years direct automation experience with control systems (programming preferred).
• 3+ years of HVAC controls systems knowledge (Distech, Circon, Loytec).
• Ability to interface with customers and explain technical concepts clearly.
• Engineering skills include electronics, mechanics, and computer programming.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with control system architecture design, programming, or maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Provide service, test, adjust, and repair automation devices and systems.
• Diagnose malfunctions and implement corrective actions.
• Coach and mentor other automation technicians on site.
• Collaborate with PMs, engineering, and subcontractors to ensure proper operation.
• Calibrate systems using basic electronic test equipment and software tools.
• Lead start-up, commissioning, and testing and document results.

Skills

Automation experience

Customer communication

Engineering knowledge

Programming understanding

Team mentorship

Education

Associate/Technical School

Tools

Distech

Circon

Loytec

Job description

EMCOR Group, Inc. is seeking an Automation Field Engineer to service, test, adjust, and repair electric and mechanical automation systems on-site. You will diagnose failures, mentor technicians, and coordinate with project teams to ensure smooth operation.

The role requires strong electronics and programming knowledge, plus excellent communication with customers and internal teams. Travel to job sites will be part of daily activities.