Application Engineer - Building Automation

Requirements:

• Experience in building automation, HVAC controls, DDC, or BMS applications engineering.
• Strong understanding of commercial HVAC equipment, operating sequences, and control strategies.
• Experience selecting and applying BAS controllers, sensors, actuators, and related control hardware.
• Experience with one or more BAS platforms, such as Tridium Niagara, Schneider EcoStruxure, Siemens Desigo, Johnson Controls Metasys, Distech, Delta Controls, Reliable Controls, Honeywell, Alerton, or Automated Logic/WebCTRL.
• Familiarity with BACnet, Modbus, and networked building control systems.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, specifications, and control schematics.
• Strong technical problem-solving and communication skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Visio, AutoCAD, or similar design tools is a plus.

Responsibilities:

• Develop BAS/DDC applications and control strategies for commercial HVAC systems.
• Review mechanical plans, specifications, operating sequences, and project requirements.
• Select controllers, sensors, actuators, and other control system components.
• Create control sequences, points lists, network architecture, and system layouts.
• Engineer applications for air-handling units, VAVs, chillers, boilers, cooling towers, heat pumps, and central plant equipment.
• Prepare submittals, bills of material, control diagrams, and technical project documentation.
• Support programming, graphics, startup, and commissioning teams throughout project execution.
• Assist with system integrations using BACnet, Modbus, and other open protocols.
• Provide technical support and troubleshoot application or system issues.
• Coordinate with customers, consulting engineers, project managers, and field teams to ensure solutions meet project requirements.

Technologies:

• Hardware
• Support
• Network
• Security
• AI

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We are a full-service building automation systems integrator specializing in HVAC controls, energy management, security integration, and whole-building automation for commercial, healthcare, education, government, industrial, and institutional facilities. This Building Automation Applications Engineer role is based in Charlotte, North Carolina, and offers an annual salary of $90,000–$120,000, depending on experience. We provide comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with employer match, paid time off and holidays, and ongoing professional development and certification reimbursement. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace and consider qualified candidates in accordance with applicable laws.

last updated 43 week of 2026