Remote Building Automation Design Engineer


USA
Permanent
USD110000 - USD140000
Automation and Controls
PR/585120_1776330463
Remote Building Automation Design Engineer

Location: Fully Remote (US mission‑critical projects)
Employment Type: Permanent
Level: Senior Design Engineer

Role Overview

We are looking for a Remote BAS Design Engineer to support mission‑critical projects (data centres, critical infrastructure, high‑availability facilities). This is a design‑centric role, with a strong focus on AutoCAD production, system layouts, and technical documentation, rather than front‑end BAS programming.
You will be responsible for translating design intent into clear, build‑ready BAS drawings that support reliability, redundancy, and scalability in 24/7 environments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Produce AutoCAD drawings forBAS systems, including:
    • Control schematics
    • Panel layouts
    • Network diagrams
    • Floor plans and riser diagrams
  • Develop I/O schedules, points lists, and wiring diagrams
  • Interpret and refine sequences of operation into practical control designs
  • Support BAS system architecture for mission‑critical HVAC and plant systems
  • Coordinate with mechanical, electrical, and IT design teams
  • Review and redline contractor drawings and submittals
  • Ensure designs align with redundancy, uptime, and fail‑safe requirements
  • Support projects through design development, construction, and commissioning phases
  • Maintain and improve CAD standards and drawing consistency across projects

Required Experience & Skills

  • Strong background in BAS / controls system design
  • Advanced AutoCAD proficiency (essential)
  • Experience delivering mission‑critical or data centre projects
  • Solid understanding of HVAC systems and plant control strategies
  • Experience producing construction‑ready BAS documentation
  • Ability to work independently in a remote design role
  • Strong attention to detail and documentation quality

Nice to Have (Not Core)

  • Exposure to Tridium Niagara (design awareness only, not programming‑heavy)
  • Experience with consultant‑led or owner‑directed design models
  • Familiarity with data centre standards (Tier III / IV concepts, redundancy philosophies)

What's on Offer

  • Fully remote, design‑focused position
  • Minimal site work or commissioning
  • Long‑term pipeline of mission‑critical projects
  • Senior‑level compensation aligned with technical design expertise
  • Opportunity to influence BAS drawing standards and best practices

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