Applications Engineer Senior

Job Summary

We are currently recruiting for a Senior Application Engineer to join the Distech Controls Enterprise Solutions team (DCES).

In this role, you will be responsible for developing and delivering control system solutions for strategic customers. As the senior member of the project team, you will lead design and software engineering activities supporting the successful implementation of large and/or multisite building automation projects.

Reporting to the Project Team Manager, you will collaborate with Project Managers and Application Engineers to ensure consistency in engineering standards and project delivery across Strategic Account projects.

• Translate Building Automation and Control System requirements into innovative, competitive solutions.
• Collaborate with project managers and engineers to align engineering activities with schedules, budgets, and customer/vendor requirements.
• Produce engineering deliverables including submittal packages, drawings, system architecture, database generation, graphics development, system configuration, and programming.
• Support Application Engineers, Field Engineers, and Startup Technicians during troubleshooting, startup, and commissioning phases.
• Develop and refine engineering processes, standards, and documentation to improve efficiency and quality.
• Provide cross-functional support to Sales, Service, and Project teams.
• Engage directly with customers to enhance their experience with DCES.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or 8+ years of directly related experience as an Applications Engineer or Senior Automation Technician.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in the Building Automation System (BAS) industry.
• Expertise with BAS tools including Niagara Framework, Lon Works, and BACnet.
• Ability to work independently from a home office.
• Strong self-starter with the ability to prioritize and work with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of building, electrical, and mechanical codes and standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, MS Project, Smartsheet, and scheduling tools.
• Valid passport with ability to travel up to 80%.

• Experience integrating software tools such as Excel, AutoCAD, and Visio.
• Ability to design and construct Building Management System (BMS) drawing packages.
• Strong knowledge of networking, system configuration, and troubleshooting.
• Niagara AX and N4 Tridium Certification.
• Experience interfacing Niagara Servers with multiple JACE topologies.
• Deep understanding of HVAC applications, building services operations, and automated controls theory.
• Ability to use electronic test equipment (volt meters, amp meters, oscilloscopes).
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and electronic diagrams.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to build lasting customer relationships.

• Distech Controls GFX programming and debugging.
• Experience with Distech Controllers and related hardware.
• Experience using Distech Eclypse Designer.
• Strong IT infrastructure background.
• Experience with nLight Air and Wired lighting control platforms.

Distech Controls’ success and reputation are fueled by our world‑class team of employees. We look for qualified individuals who are striving to succeed and that wish to actively contribute to our continued growth. Distech Controls values its team members and offers them a modern, motivating work environment, and competitive salaries and benefits.

Distech Controls is a Canadian-based company located in Brossard, on the South Shore of Montreal (QC), with a European headquarter in Brignais (Lyon), France. We are proud to be part of the Acuity Inc. family since 2015. Our mission is to connect people with intelligent building solutions for better health, better space, and better efficiencies through our forward‑thinking technologies and services.

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