Senior Building Automation Specialist designing and commissioning BAS controls for Ecosystem’s energy and decarbonization projects. Optimizing HVAC systems, supporting clients, and mentoring technical teams.
Responsibilities
Conduct on-site assessments of BAS and mechanical systems
Analyze BAS legacy sequences and architectures for optimization opportunities
Specify BAS components and design custom control strategies
Ensure mechanical system designs are fully controllable and aligned with automation strategies
Lead controls assessments during bid phases and generate scope estimates
Prepare RFP documentation, including sequences and points lists
Support client presentations and internal reviews pre-award
Oversee BAS installations and liaise with contractors and project teams
Attend start-ups, validate programming, and confirm control logic and user-friendly interfaces
Troubleshoot on-site issues and resolve them in real time
Lead or support full commissioning
Optimize programming to meet post-installation performance guarantees
Train client facilities staff on BAS and integrated system operation
Monitor system data during measurement and verification and troubleshoot anomalies
Support data collection and reporting for ongoing performance validation
Mentor junior engineers and technicians
Champion cross-functional knowledge transfer to the internal project team, engineers, construction managers, and subcontractors
Requirements
Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Instrumentation Controls Engineering, or equivalent experience
8+ years of hands-on experience in control systems from leading integrators or manufacturers, such as Delta Controls, Distech Controls, Johnson Controls, Siemens, Honeywell, and Tridium
High proficiency in BAS platforms and software tools
Deep understanding of HVAC systems and control logic
Skilled in field troubleshooting, commissioning, and integration of building systems
Effective communication skills for translating technical concepts to clients and stakeholders
Comfortable with 60% on-site presence for project execution and client support
Benefits
Minimum 15 vacation days
5 personal days
10 public holidays
Year-end holiday closure
Complete Group Insurance offer (health, visual, dental, life insurance, AD&D, Telemedicine and Employee Assistance Program) with employer contribution of 60%
Employer contribution to Retirement Savings Plan
Mileage (home to site) and meals covered on-site
People-first culture with DEI, CSR, Innovation, and Social committees
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