Control Systems Engineer

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Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL) relies on an extensive network of Energy Management and Control Systems (EMCS) to operate its campus—supporting building and energy management, lighting and safety, HVAC control, and critical alarm notifications essential to scientific programs.

As part of LBNL’s Facilities Engineering Team, the Control Systems Engineer (CSE) will design, manage, and maintain these systems to ensure reliability, availability, and security. Responsibilities include troubleshooting controllers and networks, performing IT and database maintenance, and managing energy and facility monitoring systems. The CSE will also support capital projects through design review, oversight, and contractor coordination.

The CSE 3 will lead energy management, HVAC, and control system retrofit projects across multiple occupied facilities, requiring sound judgment in implementing complex process control modifications with minimal supervision. Duties include planning and executing independent work, overseeing system design and commissioning, managing system life cycles, and training users. The role demands technical expertise, creative problem‑solving, and a focus on reliable, maintainable, and energy‑efficient designs that ensure long‑term value.

We’re here for the same mission, to bring science solutions to the world. Join our team and YOU will play a supporting role in our goal to address global challenges! Have a high level of impact and work for an organization associated with 17 Nobel Prizes!

At Level 3

• Identify and implement strategies using building automation and lighting controls to enhance energy efficiency and building operability.
• Develop and implement detailed control sequences and engineering solutions across multiple concurrent projects.
• Prepare analyses, designs, construction documents, cost estimates, and maintenance plans aligned with institutional requirements.
• Support construction activities through controls programming, commissioning, and system performance verification.
• Maintain equipment documentation, databases, and preventive maintenance procedures for HVAC and control systems.
• Review and provide feedback on control drawings, design documents, and RFIs related to building and energy management systems.
• Conduct facility studies, including field measurements, retrofit cost and life‑cycle analyses, and project reporting.
• Inspect HVAC and control installations; participate in functional performance testing and commissioning.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate engineering work to meet project scope, budget, and performance goals.
• Ensure design compliance with Federal, DOE, State, and industry codes and standards.
• Use AutoCAD and related software to update, verify, and generate control system drawings, specifications, and documentation.
• Provide direction to internal crafts for system installation and modifications; review HVAC and controls submittals.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners (e.g., EH&S, Sustainable Berkeley Lab, UC, DOE) and attend meetings throughout design, construction, commissioning, and closeout phases.

At Level 4

• Identify and implement strategies using building automation and lighting controls to improve energy efficiency and building operability.
• Performs, oversees, or leads the production of studies in existing facilities including:
• Preparation of project proposals
• Developing project performance methodologies
• Conducting field measurements of variables
• Developing proposed modifications; retrofit cost estimation; life‑cycle cost analysis; and preparation of project reports.

Additional Responsibilities As Needed

• Participates in other related activities as directed by the Lead Energy Management Engineer or Matrix Supervisor.
• May include complex tasks such as resolving conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials, difficult coordination requirements, and value engineering.

Minimum Qualifications Level 3

• A Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical, or…