Bachelor's Degree in a technical field or related Technical Degree
3+ years of experience in building automation or controls systems
Proficient in Rockwell, Aveva, or Inductive Ignition controls
Familiarity with BACnet and LON controllers
Basic understanding of HVAC systems and P&IDs
Responsibilities
Lead a project team of 2-5 engineers
Assign tasks and provide technical guidance
Conduct customer meetings and maintain relationships
Generate proposals and estimate project costs
Create instrument lists and select appropriate devices
Configure control algorithms and user interfaces
Install software and conduct functional tests on-site
Benefits
Performance bonuses to reward results
Travel incentives and per-diem for field assignments
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) with company match for retirement
Generous PTO including vacation and unlimited personal time
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
Full Job Description
Overview
Lead Controls Systems Engineers are responsible for designing and leading building automation projects. Day to day tasks will be determined by the specific requirements of each project
Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Sales Support
Provide technical guidance for a project team of 2-5 engineers
Identify and assign tasks within the project team
Lead customer meetings
Assist with proposal generation by estimating hardware costs and the engineering effort required for a project
Maintain relationships with existing customers
Instrumentation & Electrical Design
Create instrument lists by examining P&ID drawings
Research instrumentation (temperature transmitters, pressure transmitters, flow meter, valve actuators, etc...) and select devices appropriate for the project
Research and select controls hardware appropriate for the project
Compile submittal documentation for controls and instrument hardware
Create panel layouts and electrical schematics for controls enclosures
Procure project hardware
Provide technical support for panel fabrication technicians
Inspect completed control enclosures
System Design and Configuration
Lead customer design review meetings
Configure user interface and HMI screens
Configure DDC, PLC and/or DCS control algorithms
Execute internal functional and quality control testing
Draft system documentation
Assist is customer demonstrations and acceptance testing
Onsite System Startup
Install project software and configuration onto site systems
Participate in point to point loop checks for all instrumentation
Perform software calibration and tuning
Conduct functional tests of all systems
Troubleshoot installation discrepancies
Support additional customer testing
Program field modifications as required
Train customer representatives on operations and maintenance of system
Qualifications
Technical Experience
Bachelors Degree in a technical field or related Technical Degree
3+ years of experience in related field/industry
Controls Experience in at least one of the following:
Rockwell: FactoryTalk Suite, RS Logix/Studio 5000, familiarity with PlantPAx DCS
Aveva System Platform
Inductive Ignition Perspective
Distech: Experience with BACnet and LON Distech controllers, Eclypse Controllers
Other useful technologies include:
Johnson Controls: Facility Explorer or Metasys controllers
Tridium: Niagara N4
SQL
Scripting languages (VBA, Python, etc.)
Knowledge of Kepware OPC server, ThinManager, VMware is preferred.
HVAC Experience/Knowledge:
Basic understanding of HVAC systems in large building automation systems.
Understanding of sequence of operations and P&IDs for HVAC and plant utilities.
Experience with functional testing, including the ability to create, maintain, and execute test plans.
Experience with specifying instrumentation and control valves for HVAC systems
Compensation & Benefits Highlights
Competitive Base Salary: $80,000-$130,000, depending on experience
Performance Bonuses: Bonus structure designed to reward results
Travel Perks: Travel incentives + per-diem packages for field assignments
Full Benefits Package: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Retirement Ready: 401(k) with company match
Time Off: Generous PTO which includes vacation, holidays, and unlimited personal time
Grow With Us:Ongoing training, certifications, and professional development support
