BAS Engineer III

DLB Associates

47d•Remote

About The Position

The BAS Engineer supports DLB’s mission critical projects, with a primary focus on building automation systems (BAS), PMS (Power Management System), controls integration, and smart building solutions. This role provides technical and project leadership for the planning, and design of BAS/PMS and integrated control systems. The BAS Engineer collaborates closely with MEP design engineers, construction contractors, equipment vendors, software engineers, project managers, and client representatives to ensure systems are designed, integrated, and delivered in alignment with project requirements and client expectations. This position operates with a high degree of independence, receiving general direction on routine work and detailed guidance on new or complex assignments. The engineer may serve as a technical lead on projects of moderate to complex scope and coordinate the work of other engineering and production staff. The role communicates and operates in line with organizational goals, values, and departmental objectives.

Requirements

Knowledge of open-source protocols (BACnet, Modbus and SNMP)
Knowledge of IoT and smart building solutions
Knowledge of typical data center control redundancy strategies
Knowledge of materials, methods and the tools involved in the construction mission critical, commercial buildings, or other structures
Skilled at using Revit and autoCAD
Skilled at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management
Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail
Ability to leverage AI and emerging technologies to streamline workflows, optimize operational processes, and contribute to company-wide innovation
Ability to work successfully in a remote environment thru effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness and resourcefulness in a distraction free workspace
Ability to identify and analyze complex problems, evaluate alternatives and implement effective solutions
Ability to follow company and site safety requirements
Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondence
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form (technical and non-technical information)
Ability to communicate effectively directly with clients and at times serve as primary point of client contact
Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with moderate supervision
Ability to effectively plan and delegate the work of others
Organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
B.A. / B.S. degree in Engineering, construction or related disciplines
Minimum of 5 years of experience in BAS controls systems engineering

Responsibilities

Create project deliverables including design drawings, sequences of operations and specifications
Develop various engineering drawings in AutoCAD and Revit format including floor plan drawings, system architecture diagrams, point-to-point wiring diagrams and control panel diagrams
Lead and participate in building automation focused design reviews
Create and modify project specifications
Coordinate items with MEP trades that also affect BAS
Identify potential project scope changes and aid in development of strategies to minimize impact and control deviations from estimated costs and project deadlines
Perform QAQC peer reviews for projects where they are not the lead design engineer
Management of project deliverables when they are not the lead design engineer
Survey existing building conditions and prepare technical reports of findings
Collect data and other information for construction documents
Work as part of the engineering team and interact closely with the project management team
Review shop drawings and submittals
Review and respond to RFIs
Review and complete punch lists and project close out documents
Provide onsite BAS engineering audits and feasibility studies
Complete BAS engineering surveys for retrofit projects
Prepare and oversee development of project progress reports for internal and external stakeholders
Create / complete departmental reports
Accountable for project contract administration
Manages personal and site team’s hours using company tools
Leverage AI-enabled and digital tools to enhance efficiency, reduce manual effort, and support consistent, high-quality work output.
Identify opportunities to improve processes and demonstrate a continuous learning mindset, seeking out new technologies, skills, and methods that elevate individual and team performance.
Adapt to emerging technologies and evolving digital workflows, actively supporting the integration and adoption of innovative tools across the organization.
Performs Other Related Duties as Assigned

Benefits

Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)
Flex spending accounts (FSA)
Dental and vision plans
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26
401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option
PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year
Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage
Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance
Paid parental leave after one year of employment