HVAC Control Systems Design Engineer

Perfection Group • Cincinnati, OH

9h

About The Position

Perfection Group is seeking a Commercial HVAC Control Systems Design Engineer to join its Mechanical Division in Cincinnati, Ohio. The role develops project solutions and performs engineering work to plan and design mechanically functioning control equipment, networks, and related systems, including BACnet, LAN, WAN, and wireless technologies. It develops design criteria for systems such as centralized heat, gas, water, VRF, VAV, air distribution, and steam systems using Direct Digital Controls.

The engineer evaluates facility drawings and mechanical, electrical, and control systems; develops energy-efficient designs and technology upgrades; prepares system designs and documentation; and supports project estimating, construction, start-up, turnover, and operations and maintenance planning. The role also builds Tridium-based front-end interfaces and generates graphics and associated control data, alarms, and trends. The position supports the project management team, other divisions, and customers as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, preferably electrical, computer, or mechanical, or similar technical experience.
• Niagara 4 Certification.
• High proficiency in Excel, Word, and other software.
• Experience creating detailed drawings using CAD and BIM.
• Knowledge of Design Builder modeling, Bluebeam, technical writing, specifications, and sequences.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with building HVAC, controls, lighting, and other systems.
• Additional certifications such as Tridium, JAVA, or LEED.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.
• Research, design, and evaluate mechanical products, equipment, systems, or processes to meet requirements.
• Confer with engineers and other personnel to identify energy, water, and other conservation opportunities.
• Develop energy-efficient design solutions and technology upgrades.
• Analyze facility drawings to assess mechanical, electrical, and control systems and determine facility operational characteristics.
• Develop system designs using drafting tools or computer-assisted drafting equipment or software.
• Review the associated scope of work to be executed as part of a project.
• Develop internal cost estimates and coordinate subcontractor cost quotes.
• Coordinate the integration of design engineering, project construction, start-up and turnover, and subsequent Operations & Maintenance procedures for projects.
• Support the Project Management team as needed to help ensure successful project delivery.
• Review and update templates and drawing details, and ensure they are followed accurately.
• Build Tridium-based front-end interfaces.
• Generate graphics and associated control data, alarms, and trends.
• Support other divisions and customers as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time