Senior BAS Controls Design Engineer

Position Summary

The Senior HVAC Controls Design Engineer leads the design phase of building automation and control system projects, developing highly functional, efficient, and cost-effective solutions that meet project plans, specifications, and performance requirements. This role is responsible for translating mechanical system requirements into detailed control strategies, panel designs, wiring schematics, and network architectures. Senior engineers operate independently, oversee complex projects, and mentor junior engineers.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and Engineering: Review contract drawings, specifications, proposals, and budgets
  Develop design schedules and manage engineering deliverables
  Create design for DDC control panels, wiring schematics, and system interfaces
  Create control strategies for HVAC, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems
  Create BAS/BMS communication networks and system architecture
  Create electrical installation drawings and scopes of work
  Select control system products and create project bills of materials
  Document sequences of operations and system performance parameters

• Project Coordination: Collaborate with project managers, field teams, and commissioning staff
  Provide technical support during installation and startup
  Ensure designs align with field conditions, constructability, and client expectations
  Participate in client and contractor coordination meetings

• Leadership: Lead design efforts for large and complex projects
  Work independently with minimal supervision
  Train, mentor, and oversee junior engineers
  Establish design standards and best practices
  Support continuous improvement of engineering processes

Qualifications

• Experience: Preferably 7+ years of experience leading complex controls designs

• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of building mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems
  Experience designing DDC/BAS/BMS control systems
  Ability to interpret architectural, mechanical, electrical, fire protection, and communications drawings
  Knowledge of system integration and building networks

• Software Skills: AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office Suite

• Professional Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication
  Strong organization and multitasking ability
  Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  Collaborative, solutions-oriented mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field preferred