Entry Level Field Engineer

Entry Level Field Engineer – Building Automation Systems

This Field Engineer role focuses on commissioning and supporting building automation systems for new construction projects, including K–12 schools, clinics, data centers, and pharmaceutical or bioscience facilities. You will travel frequently to job sites to perform point-to-point checks, verify system operation, and support the startup and commissioning of direct digital control (DDC) systems. The position emphasizes hands-on work with HVAC and electrical controls, close collaboration with engineers and contractors, and direct interaction with customers to ensure their systems operate efficiently, reliably, and in line with project requirements.

You will grow your technical expertise while benefiting from structured training, strong career progression, and exposure to advanced building technologies.

Responsibilities:

• Travel to new construction sites, including K–12 schools, clinics, data centers, and pharma/bioscience buildings, to perform field commissioning of building automation systems.
• Initiate, install, troubleshoot, and optimize customer systems that utilize advanced Direct Digital Control (DDC) technology.
• Perform basic point-to-point checks on building automation systems, including chiller plant controls, fault detection and diagnostics (FDD), HVAC, energy monitoring, demand response, lighting, indoor air quality, humidity, temperature, and elevator performance.
• Use an iPad and related tools to review, adjust, and verify system settings and controls to ensure proper operation and performance.
• Run diagnostics on building automation systems to identify, analyze, and resolve operational issues in a timely manner.
• Follow drawing packages and control schematics to execute work accurately, and update drawings and documentation as needed to reflect as-built conditions.
• Serve as the local technical contact and leader in the field, addressing customer and contractor questions and providing clear guidance on system operation.
• Offer effective solutions for increasingly complex system issues, escalating only when necessary and contributing to continuous improvement of field practices.
• Provide turnkey project delivery on small to medium projects, from initial startup through final commissioning and customer handoff.
• Ensure all system components, including controls, sensors, and software, operate correctly and in accordance with project specifications.
• Load and configure building automation software, including setting up trends, alarms, and reports to support system monitoring and performance analysis.
• Implement effective time management strategies to meet project deadlines and maintain high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Communicate and document project status, issues, and resolutions clearly for customers, internal engineers, and project stakeholders.
• Provide site-specific training to building owners, operators, and end users on the complete system, including operation, basic troubleshooting, and best practices.
• Assist in the training and development of less experienced Field Engineers by sharing knowledge, demonstrating best practices, and supporting on-the-job learning.
• Collaborate closely with internal engineers, mechanical and electrical contractors, and client representatives to coordinate work and ensure successful project outcomes.
• Adhere to company safety policies and procedures while working on construction sites and in operational facilities.
• Use a company-provided vehicle and equipment responsibly, maintaining them in good working order and complying with all driving and field safety requirements.

Essential

Skills:

• Hands-on HVAC knowledge, including prior exposure to HVAC systems and installation work.
• Electrical knowledge and experience, including basic electrical troubleshooting in the field.
• Proficiency in using an electrical multi-meter for testing and troubleshooting.
• Experience as a field technician or in a similar role working on new construction or building automation projects.
• Basic understanding of building automation systems, particularly HVAC or electrical controls.
• Ability to read and understand HVAC mechanical prints and control…