BAS Controls Design Engineer

EMCOR Services Automated Controls•Fairfax, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

EMCOR Services Automated Controls, a Debra-Kuempel brand, is hiring a Building Automation Systems (BAS) Design Engineer to design system architectures, establish installation plans and project pacing, and develop automatic temperature control and energy management systems. Work includes producing control schematics and wiring diagrams, defining sequences of operation, programming systems, and preparing material lists based on customer needs and project plans and specifications. The engineer applies advanced engineering principles and industry standards to BAS and DDC design, exercises independent technical judgment, interprets construction documents, and serves as technical lead for assigned projects. The role collaborates with cross-functional teams, identifies and resolves project risks and ambiguities, reviews engineering deliverables, supports commissioning, specifies control components, and maintains project documentation. The position involves extended periods at a computer and travel to field locations as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Controls Engineering, or an extensive combination of technical training and at least 2 years of BAS/DDC or PLC experience in lieu of a formal degree.
5 years of experience designing, programming, or engineering automation/control systems.
Ability to apply advanced engineering principles and control theory to system design.
Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical systems, and BAS architecture.
Proficiency with schematics, wiring diagrams, and control panel design.
Experience with BACnet, Modbus, or similar protocols.
Familiarity with AutoCAD, Visio, Microsoft Office, and BAS-related networking.
Ability to interpret construction documents and engineering standards.
Independent judgment and discretion in technical problem-solving.
Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills.
Effective communication across technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Self-directed, accountable, and able to manage multiple priorities.
Professionalism, integrity, and strong collaborative skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience using Automated Logic Corp (ALC) products is strongly preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Design and develop building automation systems, including DDC controls, using advanced engineering principles and industry standards.
Exercise independent judgment in system design, control strategies, and engineering solutions to meet project and compliance requirements.
Interpret construction documents to produce control system designs, submittals, and system architectures.
Develop and program control logic and integrate third-party systems, such as BACnet and Modbus.
Serve as technical lead for assigned projects and make key engineering decisions to support system functionality.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align design intent and execution.
Identify project risks, gaps, and ambiguities; develop solutions and initiate RFIs.
Review and validate engineering deliverables, including schematics, layouts, and sequences, for accuracy and quality.
Provide technical leadership during commissioning to ensure systems meet design intent.
Recommend design improvements to optimize system performance and reliability.
Select and specify control components and maintain accurate project documentation.
Provide subject matter expertise and escalate complex issues with recommended solutions.
Perform other duties consistent with the scope of the role.