Controls Engineer

HVAC Controls Engineer

Serves a critical role within the organization in creating PLC based controls programs for production orders for HVAC equipment and troubleshooting controls issues with HVAC equipment that has been recently installed in the field.

• In-House
  • Remotely diagnose programming and controls issues with field service technicians
  • Participate in after‑hours remote support rotation
  • Assist with programming of PLCs and DDC controllers and diagnose issues within PLC programs
  • Work with sales engineers to design low‑voltage DDC/PLC control systems for customer HVAC equipment—including creation of PI&D drawings, points lists, sequence of operation, etc.
  • Provide final project documentation such as as‑builts, installation operation & maintenance manuals and system parameters
  • Assist with commissioning & testing of equipment on the manufacturing floor
  • Assist with R&D projects and systems validations
• Field Equipment
  • Travel throughout continental United States (estimated 20% annually)
  • Onsite diagnosis of programming and controls issues with field service technicians
  • Communicate well with customers and technicians in the field through email and phone
  • Read and translate electrical schematics for troubleshooting purposes
  • Document work performed and follow‑up action plans with customers and co‑workers

• Ability to program, commission and troubleshoot PLC‑based controls
• Working knowledge of mechanical, HVAC, and building automation (preferred)
• Two years of previous experience or a combination of education and experience in programming and controls
• Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily

• Knowledge of HVAC system concepts, equipment, and terminologies
• Experience with any DDC/PLC programming
• AutoCAD platform proficiency
• Programming experience in one form of DDC/PLC programming language(s)
• Training will be provided for product lines used within the Company

• Communicates effectively in written and spoken form
• Possesses excellent interpersonal relationship skills
• Exhibits good decision‑making and analytical problem‑solving abilities
• Demonstrates strong multi‑tasking capabilities and organizational skills
• Works effectively in a team environment
• Works effectively in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure environment

• Lift up to 50 lb
• Sit or stand for up to 95% of work hours
• Periodic visits to manufacturing facility with seasonal hot and cold temperatures, dust, and some chemical fume exposure

Disclaimer:
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. The employee may be required to perform additional functions. The company reserves the right to revise this job description at any time.

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship.

• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time‑off
• Paid holidays
• Healthcare insurance & Health Savings Accounts
• Profit sharing or Annual Incentive Plan
• Bonus
• Premium 401(k) plan

Pay Range: $77,789.00 – $