BAS Designer (Building Automation)

BAS Designer (Building Automation)

Madison, WI | Full Time | On Site | $70,000 to $115,000 per year

About the Company

Our client is a well established commercial HVAC contractor with an in house building automation group that designs, installs, and services control systems for commercial buildings. They have a stable team and are growing their BAS and controls division.

About the Role

The BAS Designer develops the control strategies and documentation behind the company's building automation projects. You will turn mechanical designs into complete controls packages, support programming and commissioning, and work closely with project managers, sales, and controls technicians from design through startup.

Responsibilities

• Design DDC based building automation systems for HVAC and related building systems

• Develop control drawings, sequences of operation, points lists, and network architecture

• Prepare submittal packages and point to point wiring diagrams

• Program controllers and support startup and commissioning with field technicians

• Review mechanical plans and specifications and translate them into workable control strategies

• Coordinate with project managers, sales, and customers to confirm requirements and resolve issues

Required

• Several years of hands on experience programming, commissioning, or designing BAS or DDC controls

• Working knowledge of BACnet IP and MS/TP

• Experience with at least one major BAS platform, such as Niagara (Tridium), Schneider EcoStruxure Building Operation, Johnson Controls, or Distech

• Experience producing controls drawings and submittals in AutoCAD or a similar CAD tool

• Ability to work on site in the Madison area

Preferred

• Background in commercial HVAC systems and sequences

• Experience with Modbus, LonWorks, or N2 integration

• Manufacturer or BACnet training and certifications

• A degree in engineering, electronics, or computer science is welcome but not required

Please note: this role requires real controls programming, commissioning, or design experience. Entry level candidates and HVAC service technicians without that experience will not be considered at this time. Please list the BAS platforms and CAD tools you have used in your resume.

Compensation and Benefits

• $70,000 to $115,000 base salary, depending on experience

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Paid time off and holidays

• Training and professional development

Why Join

• A stable company with a long tenured team

• Growth opportunities within a dedicated BAS and controls division

• Varied projects that put your design and programming skills to work

If you are a controls professional ready to focus on BAS design with a stable, growing team, I would welcome a conversation.

This search is being handled confidentially by gpac on behalf of our client.

To confidentially express your interest, send your resume to anna.boyd@gogpac.com for more information on this or any other positions you may be interested in.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

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