Automation & Controls Engineer
- Blue Bell, PA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Preparing conceptual design documentation to define automation for planned HVAC control systems.
- Conducting field surveys and developing HVAC and Central Utility control systems design concepts, in coordination with the project's lead engineers and designers.
- Collaborating with other discipline engineers, architects, client representation, facility operation personnel, and contractors to identify systems controls and operational criteria and design requirements.
- Support infrastructure assessments, infrastructure/utility master planning with automation insights,
- Performing code and energy evaluations.
- Developing HVAC & Central Utility control diagrams, airflow instrumentation and control diagrams (AF&ID), piping instrumentation control diagrams (PIDs), HVAC control network architecture diagrams, instrumentation lists, and control I/O list
- Customizing BAS, instrumentation, and equipment specifications, based on company standards and to meet specific client and equipment BAS vendor requirements.
- Reviewing HVAC control system submittals and shop drawings, preparing responses to contractor RFI's and creating punch lists based on field observation.
- Assisting in the development and refinement of Instrumentation and Control design for Mechanical systems.
- BS degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
- 3-10 years of relevant HVAC control systems.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for solving complex engineering problems.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD
- Experience in selecting control valves, dampers, and instrumentation for HVAC and central utilities systems.
- Proficiency with MS Office and Adobe Professional software
- Ability to effectively communicate systems concepts and implementation details to peers, clients, and construction teams both in written and verbal form.
- Team-oriented mindset and collaborative spirit
- Experience with Pharmaceutical, Biotech, Life Science and Laboratory environments.
- Proficiency with ASHRAE Engineering Guidelines for Energy Conservation, Building Automations Systems (BAS) Design and Sequences of Operation for High Performance Buildings
- An interest in high-profile, technically challenging work
- Experience working for both engineering firms and industrial corporations
- Our collaborative and positive culture sets us apart.
- We offer schedule flexibility*, including 9-hour days Monday-Thursday and 4-hour Fridays, all year long; daily hours that work with your commuting or personal obligations; and a hybrid work week. (*For field-based personnel, flexible scheduling may be subject to client/project site requirements.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and RX insurance plans, with two-thirds of your premiums and deductible paid!
- Competitive 401(k) match.
- Generous paid time off (PTO).
- Thought leadership opportunities, including a $1,000 award for presenting or publishing your technical expertise!