Controls Integration Engineer

Envelop Group•Indianapolis, IN

About The Position

As part of the Envelop Group family of companies, Open Control Systems (OCS) delivers customized building-control solutions and focuses on partnerships that promote environmental balance, cost effectiveness, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. The Controls Integration Engineer interprets project scope and designs hardware and software, creates databases and graphical user interfaces, and develops and implements data analytics packages and user-interface add-ins. The role also supports the installation team with system commissioning and device verification in the field. The engineer configures, programs, tests, and integrates HVAC building automation and control systems, including systems built with the Tridium Niagara 4 Framework. The role develops monitoring tools, dashboards, graphical interfaces, reports, and analytics; troubleshoots system and integration issues; documents system designs and changes; and supports commissioning, project closeout, and customer training. The position involves office work and travel to customer job sites, where working conditions and physical activities may vary.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering, or equivalent training and experience in a similar field.
At least 5 years of hands-on technical experience with design, commissioning, and programming of digital HVAC controls systems.
Experience with building monitoring systems, energy management, or data integration.
Knowledge of communication protocols and integration monitoring devices.
Familiarity with IT systems, databases, and networking for data collection, storage, and equipment integration.
Knowledge of HVAC controls for new construction and renovation/retrofit projects, including components and systems, and the ability to program and commission systems before and after installation.
Experience developing and implementing new processes or standards.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
Highly organized, able to work in a fast-paced environment, and able to prioritize tasks to meet schedules set by leadership.
Able to operate standard office equipment, including a laptop, email, smartphone, and tablet.
Able to travel to customer job sites and work in varied conditions, including standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and climbing ladders, scaffolds, and high-lift equipment; working in ducts, crawl spaces, roofs, basements, and above ceilings; and working indoors or outdoors in heat, cold, daytime, or nighttime conditions.
Able to maintain a professional appearance and satisfy requirements imposed by specific projects, customers, or the company.
Able to carry and move equipment and tools weighing up to 25 pounds unassisted.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with Alerton, Tridium, or Siemens systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

Configure, program, and test HVAC building automation and direct digital control systems, including creating sequences of operation and software programs.
Design, build, and program building monitoring systems using the Tridium Niagara 4 Framework and integrate data sources and protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, SNMP, MQTT, and APIs.
Develop dashboards, charts, and reports showing energy usage, equipment performance, and environmental conditions, and ensure accurate data logging and historical analysis.
Troubleshoot technical issues involving system configurations, data integrations, and monitoring performance.
Design, develop, and implement graphical user interfaces for HVAC control systems, including floor plans, equipment layouts, system schematics, and data visualization elements.
Maintain and update graphical libraries, troubleshoot display issues, and optimize graphics for performance and usability across platforms.
Incorporate field changes into as-built drawings and software, and document system architecture, configurations, and data flows.
Execute project tasks involving programming, integration, commissioning, and closeout; validate system functionality with subcontractors and other stakeholders.
Provide site-specific training to owners and operators, and ensure delivery of documentation, manuals, and knowledge transfer.
Analyze HVAC system data to identify performance issues, improve energy efficiency, and predict maintenance needs; provide data-driven recommendations.
Manage customer communications about system performance, maintenance opportunities, and analytics-based enhancements.
Perform network design and review with engineering teams and assist with developing and documenting company Niagara Station Templates.
Stay current on emerging technologies and best practices in building automation, analytics, and data visualization.
Perform other duties as assigned.