BAS Controls Engineer

Design Hire • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

We are looking for a BAS Controls Engineer to support building automation, HVAC controls, PLC/HMI programming, SCADA integration, commissioning, and field startup activities. This role requires strong controls experience with DDC systems, BACnet, I/O mapping, and industrial or facility automation platforms.

Requirements

• 5 or more years of experience in BAS, HVAC controls, DDC systems, automation, or controls engineering.
• Experience with PLC programming, preferably RSLogix and Omron.
• Working knowledge of HMI and SCADA platforms such as AVEVA/Wonderware and Ignition.
• Strong understanding of BACnet, control protocols, I/O mapping, control loops, and field devices.
• Hands-on commissioning, startup, troubleshooting, and system integration experience.
• Ability to read control diagrams, wiring schematics, mechanical plans, and sequences of operation.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work with engineers, technicians, contractors, and end users.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Controls, Automation, Mechanical, Electrical, or a related technical field preferred.
• Experience with commercial, industrial, institutional, healthcare, government, or mission-critical facilities.
• Background with HVAC equipment including AHUs, RTUs, chillers, boilers, VAVs, pumps, dampers, sensors, and valves.
• Familiarity with Modbus, LonWorks, Niagara, Tridium, Ethernet/IP, or other building automation protocols.
• Experience supporting controls upgrades, retrofits, energy optimization, or facility automation projects.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, configure, and troubleshoot BAS and HVAC control systems.
• Develop and modify PLC programs using RSLogix, Omron, or similar platforms.
• Configure HMI and SCADA systems using AVEVA/Wonderware, Ignition, or related software.
• Perform I/O mapping, point-to-point checkout, device integration, and system validation.
• Support DDC programming, BACnet communication, control sequences, and networked building systems.
• Commission control systems in the field, including startup, functional testing, calibration, and troubleshooting.
• Work with mechanical, electrical, commissioning, and facility teams to resolve controls issues.
• Review control drawings, sequences of operation, wiring diagrams, and project specifications.
• Support documentation including control narratives, test reports, as-builts, and commissioning records.
• Assist with system upgrades, retrofits, optimization, and performance improvements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level