HVAC Controls Design Engineer

DIRECT HIRE: A terrific opportunity for an experienced Controls Design Engineer to join a dynamic team in the Lawrenceville, GA. area.

Location:

Lawrenceville, GA. (Remote option available)

Pay Range: $85K - $110K (depending on experience)

Base hours/

Schedule:

M - F, 7am - 3:30pm (40 - 50hrs per week)

Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Retirement, Short/Long term disability, performance bonus and more.

• Develop control system designs for HVAC and building automation systems (BAS)
• Create control drawings using Visio (schematics, network diagrams, panel layouts, point‑to‑point wiring)
• Interpret mechanical, electrical, and architectural drawings to develop coordinated control designs
• Develop and review sequences of operation for accuracy, clarity, and constructability
• Select control devices (controllers, sensors, actuators, valves, dampers, relays, power supplies)

• Produce complete control submittal packages, including control diagrams, points lists, network architecture, panel layouts, device schedules.
• Ensure drawings are correctly scaled, labeled, and compliant with company standards
• Revise drawings based on internal QA, customer comments, and field conditions
• Maintain version control and revision tracking

• Coordinate with project managers, field technicians, programmers, and commissioning staff
• Support RFI responses related to control design and scope
• Clarify design intent for installation and programming teams
• Participate in design reviews and kickoff meetings

• Apply company standards, industry best practices, and applicable codes
• Ensure fail‑safe operation, interlocks, and proper control logic intent
• Support continuous improvement of templates, standards, and design workflows

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field) or equivalent industry experience
• 1+ years of experience in HVAC controls or building automation
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Visio for technical drawings
• Solid understanding of HVAC systems and control strategies; sensors, actuators, and control devices; BACnet/IP and MS/TP networks
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy

• Experience with Niagara, Distech, Johnson Controls, Siemens, or similar platforms
• Familiarity with commissioning processes and functional testing
• Experience supporting control submittals and construction phases
• Knowledge of low‑voltage wiring practices and panel design

• Office‑based with periodic jobsite or field coordination
• May support multiple projects concurrently
• Occasional travel as required for project support