Building Automation Design Specialist Senior (BAS)

Responsibilities

• Design Controls projects to meet scope of work and budget as defined by contract documents and sales estimate ensuring equipment compatibility.
• Provide detailed sequence of operations.
• Interpret project documents, estimate, and other information as available to select the proper equipment to achieve the scope of work required in the most economical and functional manner.
• Accurately forecast necessary labor required to engineer a complete project and track this over time to achieve budget and forecast goals.
• Communicate with internal employees as required to ensure engineering is accurate and timely.
• Communicate with external organizations as required such as consulting engineers, building owners, and other contractors to ensure accurate and timely engineering.
• Create Bill of Material for every project.
• Suggest/recommend new products that provide better functionality and value to projects.
• Generate Request for Information (RFIs) to clarify design issues and recommend appropriate solutions as necessary.
• Create detailed plans to show electricians and system specialists sensor locations.
• Demonstrated ability to independently design large and complex projects with minimal oversight.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 8 - 10 years of experience in HVAC/building automation design.
• Basic understanding of computer systems, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Experience designing, and engineering HVAC control systems, including developing sequence of operations and equipment selection.
• Proficiency with reading and creating layout drawings to guide system installation (e.g., sensor locations, panel placement).
• An understanding of Autocad and/or Visio for BAS Design.
• Familiarity with generating and managing RFIs (Requests for Information) to resolve design issues.
• Strong understanding of project documents, scopes of work, and the ability to interpret contract drawings and specifications.
• The ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical plans.
• The ability to read electrical wiring diagrams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Prioritizing and working on multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to navigate and resolve issues empathetically and professionally.