Controls Engineer Intern

AIR Control Concepts • Wichita, KS

12d • $21 - $23 • Hybrid

About The Position

Building Controls and Services, Inc. (BCS) is a building automation and facility services company that has been operating since 1985. Based in Wichita and Lenexa, Kansas, the company helps commercial, healthcare, educational, government, and other facilities operate more safely, comfortably, and efficiently. Their work focuses heavily on building automation and HVAC systems. BCS designs, installs, integrates, maintains, and supports systems that control things such as heating, cooling, ventilation, lighting, and other building functions. They also provide mechanical equipment, life-safety and security systems, energy management, HVAC parts and distribution, indoor air quality services, customer training, and technical support.

Requirements

• Working toward a bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or architectural engineering.
• Technical training.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Proficiency in using the engineering workstation, including full capacity of the AutoCAD drafting standards.
• Proficiency in using the current Windows Operating System for workstation and server applications.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Mathematical ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and create and interpret graphs.
• Strong problem-solving ability.
• Ability to carry out instructions provided in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to evaluate urgency of situations and prioritize tasks.
• Organized with attention to detail.
• Valid driver license.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum one year of experience in engineering systems and/or systems service.
• Strong knowledge of automation systems, HVAC, and electrical concepts and operations.

Responsibilities

• Follows instructions related to the design, tracking, and installation of systems and/or service installed jobs.
• Orders materials, enters database and programming information, creates and installs new software, and performs troubleshooting functions for assigned jobs.
• Coordinates with the Controls Team Lead on all assigned projects and works under close supervision.
• Supports project documentation, including system layouts, databases, submittments, network layouts, and as-built drawings.
• Assists with ordering materials, programming, software updates, and troubleshooting.
• Assists with sales estimating on potential or current projects, including determining the time required to complete tasks, correlating labor and material pricing from the sales team while meeting guidelines set by plans and specifications, and determining when change orders are necessary and generating pricing for additional work.
• Assists with installation of controls jobs and projects, including startup, certification, and project turnover as required.
• Provides customer service and technical assistance to build and maintain customer relationships.
• Develops relationships with customer end users and decision makers, presenting a professional image of Building Controls and Services when speaking to customers, and serving as a technical resource to customers and other BCS staff.
• Updates pertinent job-related information and develops project information using given software.
• Generates RFIs (Request for Information) during projects.
• Incorporates project blueprints and specifications into submittal booklets.
• Prepares system overviews of network layouts.
• Prepares as-built record drawings and documents, including graphical screenshots and printed programs.
• Stays current with new software and changes to existing software by studying product manuals, brochures, and vendor websites.
• Determines task completion time and supports finishing projects on-time and under budget.
• Correlates labor and material pricing from the sales team while meeting guidelines set by plans and specifications.
• Determines when change orders are necessary and generates pricing for additional work.
• Assists with installation of devices/controls on projects as required.
• Provides customer service and technical assistance and acts as a technical resource to customers and other BCS staff.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness – Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage to support your well-being.
• Financial Security – 401(k) retirement plan with company match and short/long-term disability coverage.
• Work-Life Balance – Paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and an employee assistance program (EAP).
• Professional Development – Ongoing training opportunities and support for continuing education.

What This Job Offers

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