About Us:
Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Divcon delivers fully integrated automation solutions nationwide that optimize performance, energy efficiency, and reliability across HVAC, lighting, power monitoring, and mission-critical systems. Leveraging advanced technologies - including Allen-Bradley PLCs, Ignition SCADA, and Delta DDC systems - we combine deep technical expertise with field-tested execution to deliver precise, scalable, and high-performance solutions.
About the role:
The Lead Design Engineer provides advanced technical leadership and oversight for the design, documentation, and implementation of complex building automation and control systems for commercial, industrial, and mission-critical facilities. Building upon the Senior Design Engineer role, this position is responsible for guiding a team of Senior Design Engineers, ensuring engineering excellence, and driving consistency in design standards and execution.
This role serves as a key liaison between engineering leadership and project teams, ensuring high-quality deliverables, alignment with company standards, and continuous improvement of design processes. The Lead Design Engineer plays a critical role in advancing Divcon’s building automation capabilities through leadership, innovation, and cross-functional collaboration.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership & Team Development
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Lead, mentor, and provide technical oversight to a team of Senior Design Engineers.
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Deliver ongoing coaching, performance feedback, and professional development support.
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Assist the Design Engineering Manager in workload planning, project assignments, and resource allocation.
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Review and approve design deliverables to ensure technical accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
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Ensure team adherence to project schedules, milestones, and deliverable timelines.
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Identify skill gaps and support development of training plans to enhance team capabilities.
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Drive adoption and enforcement of design standards, templates, and engineering best practices.
Technical Design & Project Execution
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Lead the design and implementation of DDC control systems across all project phases, including pre-construction, installation, and closeout.
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Oversee development of HVAC and building automation control system designs, including schematics, riser/network diagrams, panel layouts, and wiring details.
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Translate mechanical and electrical plans/specifications into complete automation control designs.
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Develop and review sequences of operation, control narratives, and system logic for complex systems.
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Prepare and review submittals, bills of material (BOMs), and device specifications.
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Engineer system architectures utilizing BACnet, Modbus, and IP-based networks.
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Design and review custom control panels and support FAT/SAT and shop verification activities.
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Apply NEC, NFPA, ASHRAE, UL, and related codes across all design deliverables.
Quality, Coordination & Continuous Improvement
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Conduct and oversee QA/QC reviews of drawings, submittals, and as-built documentation.
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Generate and review RFIs to resolve design clarifications with internal teams and external stakeholders.
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Coordinate with Project Managers, construction teams, vendors, and customers to ensure project alignment and execution.
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Support commissioning, troubleshooting, and system startup in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
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Lead development and refinement of drawing standards, CAD templates, and design workflows.
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Provide input on product direction, tools, and process improvements in collaboration with engineering leadership.
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Ensure accurate and timely development of O&M closeout documentation from construction redlines.
Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Controls Engineering, or related technical field (or equivalent experience).
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Strong proficiency in AutoCAD or AutoCAD Electrical for control system design and documentation.
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Advanced understanding of HVAC systems, control sequences, and DDC integration.
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In-depth knowledge of control communication protocols (BACnet, Modbus, LonWorks, etc.).
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Working knowledge of applicable codes: NEC, NFPA, ASHRAE, UL 508A, and local energy codes.
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Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, or supervisory experience.
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Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Experience
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7+ years of progressive experience in building automation, MEP design, or industrial controls.
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Extensive experience designing DDC architectures, system layouts, and control panels.
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Proven experience reviewing and approving engineering deliverables.
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Experience supporting commissioning, startup, or system troubleshooting.
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Prior experience leading teams or overseeing engineering workflows required.
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PLC/HMI experience (Allen Bradley, Schneider, Siemens) a plus.
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P.E. or E.I.T. preferred but not required.
