Design Engineer

Building Automation System (BAS) Applications Engineer

The Building Automation System (BAS) Applications Engineer is tasked with learning project scopes by reviewing plans and specifications submitted to them by contractors, and creating a Temperature Control (TC) drawing set according to our negotiated scope of work. This involves the production and submittal of Flow Diagrams, Sequences of Operation, Device Schedules, I/O Wiring Diagrams, Bills of Material, and Hardware or Software Cut Sheets. Our projects include schools, office high-rises, and manufacturing facilities. Typical project scopes include controls for central plants, mechanical room equipment, and field equipment. Specific responsibilities include:

• Coordinating with Engineering Firms, General Contractors, and Subcontractors to receive up-to-date project documentation.
• Communicating with the Sales staff to understand project scopes, submittal deadlines, and project installation milestones.
• Authoring and submitting Requests For Information (RFIs) for project scope clarity.
• Selecting parts and materials to be installed, such as Controllers, Valves, Actuators, Relays, Current and Temperature Sensors.
• Using MS Visio and MS Office software to engineer submittal documentation.
• Revising submitted drawings as directed by the project’s Consulting Engineers or Owners.
• Ordering project material in a timely manner to ensure smooth installation workflow and meet construction deadlines.
• Communicating with our Installation team to gather feedback and field changes, and keep drawing sets up to date as on-site installation progresses.
• Finalizing as-built drawing sets after project completion.
• Leading Engineering to Installation team turnover meetings

Skills: building automation systems, building automation and controls, building automation, HVAC equipment, BAS control systems, Design, Structural analysis, Vibration analysis

Top Skills Details: building automation systems, building automation and controls, building automation, HVAC equipment, BAS control systems

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• A strong understanding of Mechanical, HVAC, and Electrical system
• A minimum of 3 years of experience designing BAS Control systems
• A strong understanding of BacNet networks, both MS/TP, and IP
• Experience with BAS integration of vendor equipment like VFDs and RTUs
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting Plans and Specifications
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel.
• Extensive experience using MS Visio
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A strong understanding of building construction methods and standards
• A willingness to continuously learn and grow your Engineering expertise

Experience Level: Intermediate Level

Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $120000.00/yr. We provide top pay and a 401k with an employee match of up to 4%, in addition to full PPO insurance, dental, and vision for workers and their family at no expense to employees. Education reimbursement programs are available. We also evaluate employees for annual raises, bonuses, and provide profit sharing once vested.

Workplace Type: This is a fully onsite position in Chicago, IL.

Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Nov 3, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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