Sr. Building Automation Design Engineer - PLC & Industrial Controls

Siemens; Fort Worth (TX); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens is seeking a Senior Building Automation Design Engineer – PLC & Industrial Controls to lead complex automation projects for data centers and critical facilities. You will translate project requirements into complete control-system designs, drawings, and documentation for execution.

The role requires 5+ years in building automation, HVAC/industrial controls, and proficiency with BACnet/Modbus, Profinet, EtherNet/IP, and Siemens TIA Portal. Travel up to 25% is expected.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in building automation, HVAC controls, industrial controls, or PLC-based control system design.
• Proven ability to lead the design of complex automation projects with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency with design and drafting tools such as AutoCAD or Visio.
• Familiarity with BACnet, Modbus, Profinet, EtherNet/IP and PLC-based control systems.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% and legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of building automation and PLC-based control solutions for data centers, pharma facilities, labs, and central utility plants.
• Design PLC and DDC control strategies for HVAC systems, ensuring submittals and commissioning documentation.
• Develop automation network architectures using BACnet, Modbus, Profinet, EtherNet/IP and related platforms.
• Coordinate with programmers, PMs, technicians, and customers to ensure designs are executable and compliant.

Skills

Building automation

HVAC controls

Industrial controls

PLC/DDC design

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor's or Associate in engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Visio

Siemens TIA Portal

Siemens PLCs

Rockwell/Allen-Bradley

Job description

Position Location: This role is a hybrid position and supports anywhere in the US. Candidate must live one hour away from a major airport and will be required to travel periodically to a project site.

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. We are improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

Our Smart Buildings help to create efficient, safe, adaptable, and responsible environments. Our aim isn’t just about improving buildings; it’s about creating perfectplaces that improve people’s lives.

Transform the everyday with us!

Senior Building Automation Design Engineers – PLC & Industrial Controls

create advanced design solutions for complex building automation, HVAC controls, and PLC-based control systems in new and existing facilities. This role supports data centers, pharmaceutical facilities, laboratories, central utility plants, and other mission-critical environments by developing reliable control strategies, integration architectures, controls drawings, design documentation, and technical solutions that meet customer requirements, improve operational performance, and support successful project execution.

As a Senior Building Automation Design Engineer – PLC & Industrial Controls, you will:

Controls Design & Engineering Leadership

Lead the design of building automation and PLC-based control solutions for data centers, pharmaceutical facilities, laboratories, central utility plants, and other critical environments. Translate project requirements, contract documents, and customer standards into complete control system design packages, including drawings, panel layouts, I/O lists, network architecture, bills of materials, sequences of operation, and commissioning documentation.

Building Automation & PLC Control Strategies

Demonstrate expertise in engineering, contracting processes, and design-build project execution by designing PLC and DDC control strategies for HVAC systems, central plants, critical environments, and process systems, while ensuring compliance with submittal requirements, documentation standards, equipment safeties, alarms, interlocks, and fail-safe operational requirements.

System Integration & Network Architecture

Develop automation network architectures and integration solutions utilizing platforms and protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, Profinet, EtherNet/IP, Siemens APOGEE, Desigo, and other enterprise-level systems.

Technical Coordination & Project Execution

Collaborate with programmers, project managers, commissioning specialists, field technicians, contractors, consultants, and customers to ensure designs are executable, technical issues are resolved, and project objectives are achieved.

Engineering Review & Quality Assurance

Review plans, specifications, codes, and customer requirements while performing design reviews, quality assurance checks, technical evaluations, and risk assessments to ensure compliance and project success.

Technical Leadership & Continuous Improvement

Serve as a senior technical resource by mentoring engineers, supporting standards development, managing design changes and re-estimates, and driving consistency and best practices across complex automation and industrial controls projects.

You will make an impact with these qualifications:

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or state-recognized GED.
• 5+ years of experience in building automation, HVAC controls, industrial controls, or PLC-based control system design.
• Proven ability to lead the design of complex automation and controls projects with minimal supervision.
• Strong knowledge of building automation systems, HVAC controls, PLC/DDC architecture, electrical controls, and engineering best practices.
• Proficiency with design and drafting tools such as AutoCAD, Visio, or similar platforms.
• Experience developing and reviewing controls documentation, including control narratives, I/O lists, panel layouts, network diagrams, and sequences of operation.
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols and system integration, including BACnet, Modbus, Profinet, and EtherNet/IP.
• Experience collaborating with programmers and automation specialists to support implementation, commissioning, and field execution of control systems.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in engineering, engineering technology, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience designing Siemens or third-party PLC-based building automation, HVAC, industrial controls, or mission-critical facility systems.
• Knowledge of PLC programming, troubleshooting, commissioning, or design using platforms such as Siemens TIA Portal, Siemens PLCs, Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, or similar technologies.
• Experience designing control systems for data centers, pharmaceutical facilities, laboratories, cleanrooms, central utility plants, or other critical environments. Demonstrated ability to mentor engineers, lead technical reviews, support engineering standards, and coordinate multi-discipline design teams.

About Siemens

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers.

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.

You’ll Benefit From

• Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html

The pay range for this position is $66,259 - $113,587 annually. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.