Application Engineer – BAS

Application Engineer – BAS at Cox Engineering

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$90,000.00/yr - $/yr

Location: Randolph/On-Site

We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically proficient BAS Application Engineer to join our Engineering team, reporting directly to the Engineering Manager. This role is responsible for the critical design, programming, and documentation phases of our Building Automation System (BAS) projects. The Application Engineer translates client specifications and mechanical plans into working control strategies, hardware selections, and functional system graphics, ensuring a seamless transition from design to field installation.

• Hardware Engineering and Submittals
• Design Development:
  Produce professional and accurate BAS hardware design submittals, including point‑to‑point wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and sequence of operation narratives. Use Visio or our Visio‑based software tool.
• Component Selection:
  Select and size BAS controls hardware, ensuring compliance with project specifications and industry standards.
• Submittal Management:
  Prepare, organize, and manage the technical submittal package process for review by clients, consulting engineers, and general contractors.
• Design
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Collaborate with Engineering Manager and Project Manager to evaluate and incorporate feedback from submittal review process and address Requests for Information (RFIs).
• Software Development and Programming:
  Develop and implement detailed control logic programs for BAS using industry‑standard tools (e.g., Tridium Niagara, ladder logic, function block).
• Sequence Interpretation:
  Analyze and interpret complex mechanical sequences of operation (SOO) and design efficient, energy‑saving control strategies.
• Software Troubleshooting:
  Support the Field Operations team with technical assistance and remote troubleshooting during commissioning and startup, in some cases on‑site.
• Graphics Development:
  Design custom graphical user interfaces (GUIs) and dashboards for BAS front‑end systems, focusing on intuitive user experience.
• Visualization:
  Optimize graphic performance for real‑time visualization, monitoring, and operator control of building systems.
• Standards Compliance:
  Ensure all graphics comply with company and client aesthetic and functional standards.
• Inter‑Departmental Support:
  Support estimating teams and field teams to ensure designs are practical and documented for field implementation.
• Process Improvement:
  Participate in the development of engineering standards, templates, and best practices under the Engineering Manager.

• 3+ years of direct experience in Application Engineering or Controls Programming within the BAS industry.
• Proficiency in programming control logic using at least one leading BAS platform (e.g., Tridium Niagara, Delta Controls, Honeywell, Siemens).
• Ability to read, interpret, and generate technical construction documents, including mechanical plans and control wiring diagrams.
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems, control theory, and energy management principles.
• Proficiency with CAD software (Visio) for control drawings and adept with Microsoft Office Suite.

• Professional certification in a major BAS platform (e.g., Tridium N4 Certification).
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field.
• Experience with advanced programming or analytics tools.

Cox Engineering is voted one of the ‘Best Places to Work’ by the Boston Business Journal for multiple years. We foster an inclusive environment where every team member can thrive. Join us and grow professionally.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary with yearly bonuses, merit raises, and a 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid vacation, personal days, holidays, and comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Professional development via industry training and educational opportunities.
• Additional benefits: company‑paid life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, office perks like snacks, cold brew coffee on tap, company swag, and more.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Engineering and Information Technology

Construction

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