Building Automation and Controls Hardware Des

Hoffman & Hoffman Inc • Atlanta, GA

21h • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented Building Automation and Controls Hardware Design Engineer with strong mechanical HVAC context to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, specifying, and documenting electrical control panels, hardware schematics, field device selection, and system topology for complex commercial and industrial Building Automation Systems (BAS). You will bridge the gap between complex mechanical equipment—such as Chiller Plants, Steam Generation systems, DOAS, and VRF/VRV integration—and DDC control execution.

Requirements

• 5+ years of hardware design engineering experience specifically within Building Automation (BAS/BMS).
• Proficiency in drafting submittals and hardware layouts using Microsoft Visio (or AutoCAD/Revit).
• Direct design experience with Distech Controls hardware and the Tridium Niagara framework (N4 / AX).
• Proven understanding of complex HVAC systems and equipment operations, including: Central Chilled Water Plants (Chillers, Pumps, Cooling Towers), Steam Generation and Boilers, Dedicated Outdoor Air Systems (DOAS) and Energy Recovery Systems, Variable Refrigerant Flow / Volume (VRF/VRV) system integration, Variable Air Volume (VAV) & Air Handling Units (AHU).
• Solid understanding of BACnet IP / MS-TP, Modbus RTU / TCP, and serial/IP topology design.
• Strong working knowledge of NEC standards and UL 508A panel design principles.

Nice To Haves

• Tridium Niagara N4 Certification.
• Distech Controls certification / specialized training.
• Background in mechanical troubleshooting, HVAC service, or field commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Design detailed BAS/BMS hardware control panel layouts, power distribution, and point-to-point wiring diagrams using Microsoft Visio.
• Select and specify appropriate Distech Controls DDC controllers, field sensors, actuators, transmitters, energy meters, and VFDs aligned with complex Sequences of Operations (SOO).
• Design system network architectures leveraging Tridium Niagara frameworks and Distech hardware platforms, incorporating BACnet (IP/MS-TP), Modbus, and custom integration interfaces (e.g., VRF/VRV gateways).
• Develop comprehensive engineering submittal packages—including Bill of Materials (BOMs), system riser diagrams, network topologies, and valve/damper schedules.
• Design control hardware strategies tailored for complex mechanical applications, including Chiller Plants, Steam Generation, Dedicated Outdoor Air Systems (DOAS), Air Handling Units (AHUs), and VRF/VRV systems.
• Ensure all control panel designs adhere to UL 508A and NEC standards while providing direct technical support to panel assembly personnel and field startup technicians.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed