Controls Engineer – Building Automation Systems (BAS)

Hosted by Courtney Hoogervorst

About us

A full-service building automation and systems integration contractor that designs, installs, services, and maintains intelligent building control systems for commercial and industrial facilities throughout the Chicago area.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop BAS control systems for new construction, retrofit, and renovation projects.
• Program controllers, develop graphics, create sequences of operation, and configure system databases.
• Commission, troubleshoot, and optimize HVAC control systems to ensure peak system performance.
• Integrate HVAC equipment with third-party systems using open protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, and other industry standards.
• Perform point-to-point verification, startup, functional testing, and system validation.
• Work closely with project managers, field technicians, electricians, mechanical contractors, and end users throughout project execution.
• Provide technical support during installation, startup, and warranty periods.
• Prepare project documentation including control drawings, submittals, as-built documentation, and commissioning reports.
• Assist customers with system training and ongoing technical support.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with Building Automation Systems (BAS) or HVAC controls.
• Experience programming, commissioning, or servicing commercial building automation systems.
• Strong understanding of HVAC equipment, control strategies, and mechanical systems.
• Experience with BACnet, Modbus, or other building automation communication protocols.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, and control schematics.
• Excellent troubleshooting and communication skills.
• Valid driver's license with the ability to travel locally to customer sites.

Skills

• Schneider Electric EcoStruxure Building Operation (EBO)
• Tridium Niagara (N4)
• Distech Controls SmartX Controllers
• Building system integration and energy optimization
• Experience with healthcare, higher education, mission-critical, or data center facilities is a plus.

Benefits

• Medical, Eye, and Dental Coverage
• Life Insurance
• 401K
• Paid Holidays and PTO

Pay

$90,000 - $120,000 per year