HVAC Controls​/Building Automation Application Engineer

HVAC Controls / Building Automation Application Engineer

Job Summary
This position will report to the Hardware/Software Team Leader and will be responsible for developing comprehensive applications engineered solutions for specific projects, as well as providing technical/sales support to the field organization. The role will act as the primary liaison between the sales and operations teams. Candidates must have a strong background in HVAC Controls/Building Automation, Applications Engineering, and DDC Programming.

This office-based position designs building automation systems using company tools and operating protocols, receives project specifications from the sales team, and designs building automation solutions and service-installed jobs.

Location:

Chicago, IL |

Employment type:

Full-time

• Reviews bid specifications and develops exception documentation.
• Chooses the appropriate mix of products and installation methods to provide the most cost‑effective solution.
• Prepares all required installation submittals and schedules subsequent hand‑off to operations; handles ordering of all required products and equipment.
• Acts as a technical resource to team and customer as needed; participates in sales-to-operations turnover meetings to evaluate accuracy of the sales estimate and job layout.
• Participates in initial job site walk‑through with contractors and building management; independently designs building automation systems for standard and critical environment facilities; may create unique design solutions to meet specific customer requirements.
• Designs building automation systems for large and/or complex buildings, including mechanical system layouts, electrical drawings, bill of materials, sequence of operations, valve/damper & AFMS schedules, and DDC panel layouts to meet project plans, specifications and contract documents.
• Designs BAS network architecture to support operator workstations, DDC field panels, field controllers and third‑party integration devices; analyzes plans, construction contract specifications and codes to determine project requirements and risks.
• Provides start‑up and checkout documentation to the installation team for use in commissioning and validation.
• Prepares engineering re‑estimate and follows up with appropriate sales and management to assure understanding of and satisfaction with job scope.
• Prepares specifications and drawings for special components and panels purchased from outside suppliers; selects proper types and sizes of control products to meet project requirements.
• Prepares all request for information (RFIs) on pre‑installation extras or change orders to submit to the customer or general/subcontractor.
• Orders and tracks all required products and materials for timely delivery on the job site; may perform some field activities as required; responsible for maintaining and updating hardware and engineering standards.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred.
• 3–5 years of applicable experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and any technical school training.
• Understanding of electrical circuitry, construction environments, and safe work practices.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, electrical, mechanical, and control drawings.
• Working knowledge of MS Office, File Structure, VISIO; knowledge of basic BACNET/LON/MODBUS protocols.
• Highly organized, able to work in a high‑paced environment and prioritize tasks to meet schedules set by leadership.
• Demonstrate the ability to operate independently and autonomously, taking ownership of all tasks.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and team‑oriented mindset.