Senior Controls Engineer

About the role

This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the early-stage growth of our Columbus operations, helping to establish a strong technical presence and build relationships with local customers. You’ll be part of a collaborative regional team driving innovation across new and existing markets, with opportunities to work on a diverse range of projects and influence how we deliver solutions in Central Ohio.

Key Responsibilities

• Design complete BAS solutions, including controllers, sensors, relays, actuators, and network infrastructure.
• Develop submittal packages that include wiring diagrams, sequences of operation, and point schedules to support programming, graphics, installation, and commissioning.
• Interpret mechanical, electrical, and architectural construction documents to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Select appropriate hardware and components based on system specifications and performance criteria.
• Create and manage Requests for Information (RFIs) to clarify technical or scope-related issues.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure timely and accurate delivery of engineering documentation.
• Adhere to company, customer, and safety standards throughout the design and implementation process.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the engineering department.
• For qualified candidates, provide mentorship to junior engineers and support technical development across the team.

Required Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED.
• 4+ years of experience in HVAC or BAS controls.

Preferred Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, HVAC, building automation, or a related engineering field.
• 5+ years of experience in the building automation industry.
• Proficiency in interpreting architectural, mechanical, and electrical blueprints and specifications.
• Familiarity with building automation communication protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, SNMP, and LON.
• Experience with engineering tools and platforms including Microsoft Visio, EDS, Eikon, SiteBuilder, and ViewBuilder.
• A strong understanding of control theory, including PID loops and I/O configurations.
• Effective communication, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• The ability to manage multiple projects independently in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

Pay Range

The annual salary for this position is between $79,000.00 - $158,000.00 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include, but are not limited to, skills, education, experience, and other unique qualifications of the successful candidate.

Other Compensation

This position may be entitled to short-term cash incentives, subject to plan requirements.

Benefits

• Health Care Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision; Wellness incentives
• Retirement Benefits
• Time off and Leave: Paid vacation days, up to 15 days; paid sick days, up to 5 days; paid personal leave, up to 5 days; paid holidays, up to 13 days; birth and adoption leave; parental leave; family and medical leave; bereavement leave; jury duty leave; military leave; purchased vacation
• Disability: Short-term and long-term disability
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• Tax-Advantaged Accounts: Health Savings Account; Health Care Spending Account; Dependent Care Spending Account
• Tuition Assistance

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