Building Automation Systems (BAS/BMS) Controls Engineer

Skilled Trades Meridian, MS Contract To Hire Sep 3, 2026 Building Automation Systems (BAS/BMS) Controls Engineer Department: Mission-Critical Data Center Operations — Controls & Commissioning Location: Meridian, MS or Phoenix, AZ Role Type: Full-time About Our Client Our client is expanding its mission-critical data center operations, supporting ground-up construction, commissioning, and ongoing operations of critical facilities. The company works hands-on with building automation platforms — including Schneider Electric EcoStruxure Building Operation (EBO) and comparable BAS/BMS systems — to bring new facilities online and keep them running reliably. Job Description This role supports ground-up construction, commissioning, and ongoing operations of mission-critical data center facilities as a hands-on Building Automation Systems (BAS/BMS) Controls Engineer. The ideal candidate can install, configure, commission, and troubleshoot control systems — not just monitor them — and is comfortable working across HVAC controls, sensors, actuators, VFDs, and control networks. The preferred platform is Schneider Electric EcoStruxure Building Operation (EBO), though candidates with experience on comparable platforms such as Niagara N4, Siemens Desigo, Johnson Controls Metasys, or Honeywell EBI are encouraged to apply. This person will coordinate closely with project managers, electricians, mechanical contractors, and commissioning teams throughout active construction and turnover. Duties And Responsibilities Install, configure, commission, and troubleshoot BAS/BMS control systemsConfigure controllers, field devices, graphics, alarms, schedules, trends, and system databasesPerform controller startup, point-to-point testing, functional testing, and commissioningProgram or modify control logic and sequences of operationTroubleshoot HVAC controls, sensors, actuators, VFDs, and control networksSupport BACnet/IP, Modbus, Ethernet, and other building automation communication protocolsRead and interpret MEP drawings, electrical schematics, and controls diagramsSupport project commissioning, turnover activities, and owner demonstrationsCoordinate with project managers, electricians, mechanical contractors, and commissioning teamsMaintain accurate documentation including as-builts, redlines, startup reports, and testing recordsMentor junior technicians and provide technical guidance as needed Required Experience/Skills 3+ years of Building Automation (BAS/BMS) or HVAC Controls experienceExperience installing, commissioning, and troubleshooting controls systemsUnderstanding of HVAC systems including AHUs, VAVs, CRAHs, CRACs, chillers, boilers, pumps, and cooling systemsExperience with controller configuration, point-to-point checkout, startup, and commissioningKnowledge of BACnet, Modbus, Ethernet/IP, or similar building automation protocolsAbility to read electrical schematics and mechanical drawingsStrong troubleshooting, communication, and documentation skillsComfortable working in active construction and mission-critical data center environments Nice-to-Haves Experience with Schneider EcoStruxure Building Operation (EBO) preferred; comparable BAS platforms (Niagara N4, Siemens Desigo, Johnson Controls Metasys, Honeywell EBI, or similar) also consideredData center or critical facility experienceSchneider EBO certification or trainingNiagara N4 certificationEPMS or Power Monitoring Systems experienceOSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification Education Not specified — recommend confirming with client. Pay & Benefits Summary Competitive compensation based on experience, technical expertise, certifications, and project background. Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates. Call-to-Action Apply Now — help build and commission next-generation mission-critical data center infrastructure! Keywords: BAS Controls Engineer | BMS | Building Automation | EcoStruxure EBO | Niagara N4 | HVAC Controls | Commissioning | Data Center | Meridian MS | Phoenix AZ