Overview:
Lead Controls Systems Engineers are responsible for designing and leading building automation projects.
Responsibilities:
Team Leadership & Sales Support (20%)
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Provide technical guidance for a project team of 2-5 engineers
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Identify and assign tasks within the project team
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Lead customer meetings
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Assist with proposal generation by estimating hardware costs and the engineering effort required for a project
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Maintain relationships with existing customers
Instrumentation & Electrical Design (30%)
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Create instrument lists by examining P&ID drawings
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Research instrumentation (temperature transmitters, pressure transmitters, flow meter, valve actuators, etc…) and select devices appropriate for the project
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Research and select controls hardware appropriate for the project
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Compile submittal documentation for controls and instrument hardware
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Create panel layouts and electrical schematics for controls enclosures
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Procure project hardware
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Provide technical support for panel fabrication technicians
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Inspect completed control enclosures
System Design and Configuration (30%)
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Lead customer design review meetings
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Configure user interface and HMI screens
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Configure DDC, PLC and/or DCS control algorithms
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Execute internal functional and quality control testing
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Draft system documentation
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Assist is customer demonstrations and acceptance testing
Onsite System Startup (20%)
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Install project software and configuration onto site systems
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Participate in point to point loop checks for all instrumentation
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Perform software calibration and tuning
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Conduct functional tests of all systems
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Troubleshoot installation discrepancies
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Support additional customer testing
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Program field modifications as required
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Train customer representatives on operations and maintenance of system
Qualifications:
Technical Experience
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Bachelors Degree in a technical field or related Technical Degree
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3+ years of experience in related field/industry
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Controls Experience in at least one of the following:
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Rockwell: FactoryTalk Suite, RS Logix/Studio 5000, familiarity with PlantPAx DCS
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Aveva System Platform
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Inductive Ignition Perspective
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Distech: Experience with BACnet and LON Distech controllers, Eclypse Controllers
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Other useful technologies include:
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Johnson Controls: Facility Explorer or Metasys controllers
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Tridium: Niagara N4
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SQL
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Scripting languages (VBA, Python, etc.)
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Knowledge of Kepware OPC server, ThinManager, VMware is preferred.
HVAC Experience/Knowledge:
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Basic understanding of HVAC systems in large building automation systems.
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Understanding of sequence of operations and P&IDs for HVAC and plant utilities.
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Experience with functional testing, including the ability to create, maintain, and execute test plans.
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Experience with specifying instrumentation and control valves for HVAC systems
Compensation & Benefits Highlights:
Competitive Base Salary: $80,000–$130,000, depending on experience
Performance Bonuses: Bonus structure designed to reward results
Travel Perks: Travel incentives + per-diem packages for field assignments
Full Benefits Package: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Retirement Ready: 401(k) with company match
Time Off: Generous PTO which includes vacation, holidays, and unlimited personal time
Grow With Us: Ongoing training, certifications, and professional development support
