Senior Controls Engineer - HVAC

Senior Controls Engineer - HVAC

This position is based at The Jamar Company's headquarters in Duluth, MN, while providing dedicated support to Bartingale Mechanical, a Jamar-owned company located in Eau Claire, WI. Bartingale Mechanical is one of Wisconsin's premier providers of commercial plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration, and temperature control services. The Jamar Company is a solution-focused specialty services provider with a strong regional presence and national reach. Jamar delivers dependable, industry-leading results fueled by innovation, safety, and field leadership.

In this role, you'll be part of Jamar's Duluth-based office while contributing to the continued success of Bartingale Mechanical, supporting a well-established and respected service provider within the Jamar family of companies. Are you ready to lead cutting-edge building automation projects and shape the future of smart HVAC systems? As a Senior Controls Engineer, you will take ownership of complex, high-impact initiatives-driving every phase from concept and design to commissioning and optimization. In this role, you will be the go-to technical authority, providing expert guidance, hands-on troubleshooting, and mentorship to elevate team performance. You will tackle challenging problems head-on, collaborating across disciplines to deliver innovative, efficient, and sustainable solutions for our clients. Your expertise will influence project managers, subcontractors, and company leadership, ensuring every system meets the highest standards of safety, quality, and performance.

If you thrive on solving complex technical puzzles, leading with confidence, and making a tangible impact on the built environment, this is your opportunity to join a team where your ideas matter and your skills shine.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

To successfully perform this role, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements outlined below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for the position. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lead the design, review, and approval of HVAC control drawings, schedules, submittals, sequences of operation, material lists, network layouts, electrical schematics, and as-built documentation.
• Select hardware from multiple control vendors and validate the quality and adequacy of supplies and installations.
• Develop and integrate advanced control system programs, ensuring seamless operation of complex building automation systems.
• Oversee and assist with commissioning of controls and associated equipment.
• Provide senior-level technical leadership and mentorship to engineering and field teams, driving quality, safety, and compliance with company standards.
• Collaborate closely with subcontractors, technicians, and mechanics to align on agreements and work scope.
• Serve as the primary escalation point and technical resource, offering expert guidance, coaching, and hands-on troubleshooting to resolve complex issues.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, representing the company in high-impact meetings, presentations, and negotiations.
• Support cost estimation and proposal development, providing technical recommendations and serving as a trusted advisor throughout all project phases.
• Ensure safe operations in strict accordance with company policies and procedures; proactively minimize hazards and manage claims.
• Commit to continuous learning, maintaining a competitive edge through self-study, certifications, and mastery of company standards, practices, and product lines.
• Actively contribute to company-wide initiatives that enhance organizational success.

Required Education & Experience

Completion of a technical program in a related field PLUS 5 years or more experience in HVAC controls and building automation systems including proficiency with Tridium Niagara. Proven success in leading large-scale, complex controls projects. Comprehensive knowledge of engineering fundamentals, commissioning processes, HVAC principles, and business operations. Advanced computer proficiency, including MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat, Visio, Windows OS, and control system software. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with strong interpersonal abilities to foster collaboration and represent the company professionally in alignment with its values and mission. Willingness to travel locally and regionally based on project and operational requirements. Experience with Distech Controls installation preferred.

Other Details

This role will be based in Duluth, MN supporting regional operations including Eau Claire, WI. Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license. Willingness and ability to travel up to 50% of the time to customer sites; local/regional travel as required by projects and operational needs. All offers of employment are expressly contingent upon the satisfactory completion, in accordance with Company policy, of a pre-employment drug screening and background check.

What Sets Us Apart

Safety - You are part of a team that practices safety first in all we do. Innovative Culture - Where all ideas are valued and new concepts are encouraged, ensuring continuous growth and out-of-the-box thinking. Onboarding - Coordinated support to ensure integration into the company, complete understanding of role and team members. Collaborative Environment - Join a collaborative workspace where support and open communication are the foundation, leading to stronger relationships and teams. Continuous Learning - Access to resources and opportunities for day-to-day learning, and professional development Community Engagement - We encourage and support community involvement and volunteer work, providing opportunities to give back and make a positive impact in their communities Impact - Be a part of a company that makes a difference, both the in market and in the community.

Compensation & Benefits

The expected hourly compensation range for this position is $32.50-$48.80. Compensation offered to the selected candidate will vary depending on relevant knowledge, skills, training, experience, and market conditions. This position is eligible for annual discretionary bonus and profit sharing based on company performance in addition to other benefits that support the total well-being of you and your family. Some benefits include: Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, & Vision Options Employer-Paid Coverage: Group Term Life, Short & Long-Term Disability Coverage 401K with Employer Match Discounted Company Stock (Employee Stock Purchase Plan) Profit Sharing Generous Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays Employee Referral Bonus Program Robust Training/Development & Professional Growth Opportunities Exclusive Discounts: Access to Perks Marketplace Discount Program Company Engagement, and More