Controls Systems Technician

Controls Systems Design Engineer – Anchorage, AK – $60,000–$85,000 + ESOP + 401(k)
About the Opportunity:

Meridian Systems, Inc. is seeking a talented Controls Systems Design Engineer to join their Anchorage team. This is a great opportunity to work with a close-knit organization specializing in advanced building automation and energy management solutions for government and municipal clients throughout Alaska. With more than 25 years of industry experience and a long-standing partnership with Automated Logic, Meridian delivers high-performance control systems in one of the most unique and rewarding markets in the country.

• Title: Controls Systems Design Engineer
• Location: Anchorage, AK
• Status: Full-Time | 85% Office / 15% Field

• Design and develop Building Automation System (BAS) architecture using AutoCAD or MS Visio
• Write detailed Sequences of Operation for new and retrofit BAS projects
• Create project design documentation and prepare complete submittal packages
• Conduct site visits and coordinate with vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams
• Build accurate Bills of Materials and support equipment procurement
• Work closely with project managers, field technicians, and programmers to ensure smooth execution
• Assist with pricing, quantity takeoffs, and vendor communications
• Provide limited troubleshooting or programming support as required

• 3+ years of experience as a Controls Design Engineer or similar role
• Working knowledge of Tridium Niagara systems preferred
• Strong familiarity with BAS hardware, software, and documentation standards
• Team-focused with the ability to manage multiple ongoing design projects
• Excellent attention to detail and strong communication skills

• Founded: 1997
• Employees: 15–20
• Markets: Government and Municipal Facilities
• Work Type: 70% Retrofit / 30% New Construction
• Services: Energy Management, Control Systems, Energy Audits, Analytics
• Platforms: Tridium Niagara, Automated Logic, Honeywell

• Salary: $60,000–$85,000 (Equivalent to $30–$41/hr)
• Overtime: Available
• 401(k): Up to 3% company match + 50% match on the following 2%
• ESOP: Employee ownership eligibility after one year
• Medical Insurance: Fully Provided (Dental/Vision expansion planned)
• PTO: Vacation + Paid Holidays

If you're seeking a long-term design role with a respected Alaska-based BAS firm that values technical excellence, independence, and innovation, this position offers strong growth potential and meaningful project impact.