Building Automation Design Engineer

Lead Building Automation Technician | Minnesota | Up to $120,000 + Bonus

Are you a highly skilled Building Automation professional who can take ownership of projects from installation through to programming, commissioning, and client handover?

A well-established and highly respected Building Automation contractor in Minnesota is looking for a Lead Building Automation Technician to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working on technically challenging projects, wants greater responsibility, and is looking for long-term career progression within a company that continues to expand its presence across the region.

Offering salaries of up to $120,000 depending on experience , alongside a strong bonus structure and excellent career development opportunities, this role is ideal for a hands-on controls professional who thrives in dynamic project environments.

The Company

This organisation has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality Building Automation and Controls solutions across a diverse range of facilities. Their project portfolio includes:

• Commercial office buildings
• K-12 schools and universities
• Healthcare and hospital facilities
• Data centres
• Industrial and manufacturing facilities
• Government and public sector buildings

With a healthy pipeline of work and continued investment in both technology and people, the business is experiencing significant growth and is looking for motivated individuals who want to be part of that journey.

The Role

As a Lead Building Automation Technician, you will play a critical role in the successful delivery of projects from start to finish. You'll be responsible for leading field activities, supporting project teams, mentoring junior technicians, and ensuring systems are operating at peak performance.

This is a hands-on position that requires strong technical expertise and a genuine passion for Building Automation systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Programming Building Automation Systems from scratch
• Developing and modifying control sequences
• Installing and integrating control hardware and field devices
• Commissioning new systems and validating performance
• Diagnosing and resolving complex controls issues
• Troubleshooting software, hardware, networking, and communication problems
• Performing point-to-point checkout and functional testing
• Leading site activities and coordinating with project teams
• Supporting project managers and engineers throughout the project lifecycle
• Conducting system upgrades, retrofits, and expansions
• Providing technical support and training to customers
• Maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and customer satisfaction

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will be a well-rounded controls professional who is comfortable wearing multiple hats and taking ownership of projects.

Requirements include:

• Proven Building Automation or Controls experience
• Ability to program Building Automation systems from the ground up
• Strong commissioning and startup experience
• Experience troubleshooting complex BAS/DDC systems
• Hands-on installation knowledge
• Excellent understanding of HVAC systems and mechanical equipment
• Ability to read and interpret control drawings and sequences of operation
• Strong customer-facing and communication skills
• Ability to work independently while also leading site teams

Experience with multiple Building Automation platforms is highly desirable, including:

• Tridium Niagara
• Johnson Controls Metasys
• Siemens
• Honeywell
• Schneider Electric
• Automated Logic
• Delta Controls
• Distech Controls
• Alerton
• Reliable Controls
• BACnet
• Modbus
• LonWorks

Why Join?

This is more than just another technician role. You'll be joining a growing company where talented individuals are recognised, rewarded, and given genuine opportunities to advance their careers.

What's on Offer?

• Up to $120,000 salary depending on experience
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Long-term career progression
• Exposure to a broad range of technically interesting projects
• Opportunity to work on large-scale healthcare and data centre facilities
• Supportive management team
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Strong job stability with a growing project pipeline

Career Development

With the company continuing to expand, there are clear pathways into:

• Senior Lead Technician
• Controls Specialist
• Commissioning Manager
• Project Manager
• Operations Management
• Technical Leadership Roles

Desired Skills and Experience HVAC Controls

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