Design Specialist II (BAS)

Description

• Assist Sales team during estimation/bid phase of the project by providing design support.
• Provide support for ongoing service engineering and support for existing building systems.
• Maintain a satisfactory driving record which, per Climatec’s vehicle policy, if driving a company vehicle or participating in an auto allowance program.
• Communicate with internal employees as required to ensure engineering is accurate and timely.
• Suggest/recommend new products that provide better functionality and value to projects.
• Complete Bill of Material for every design project.
• As assigned develop and maintain a library of engineering standards for both Climatec and the industry.
• Assisting in project estimation, budgeting, and scheduling for BAS components.
• Maintain clear documentation of design systems, wiring diagrams and software configurations.
• Provide mentoring and direct day-to-day supervision to level 1 positions.
• Develop system designs for BAS, including load calculations, equipment selection, and integration of various control systems.
• Assist in managing the timeline, budget, and coordination of projects.
• Collaborate with Project Managers to assist in generating Request for Information (RFIs) to clarify design issues and recommend appropriate solutions as necessary.
• Provide AutoCAD/Visio Climatec Design Tool labor and direction as required to complete submittals and other engineered documents accurately and professionally.
• Independently complete all specific design responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Facilitate with external customers/vendors as required to ensure accurate and timely engineering.
• Interpret project documents, estimate, and other information as available to select the proper equipment to achieve the scope of work required in the most effective and functional manner.
• Provide detailed sequence of operations as required.
• Provide support to Climatec and other contractors to solve building operating issues that go beyond the control’s operation.
• Proposing cost-effective technical solutions.
• Accurately forecast necessary labor required to design a complete project and track this over time to achieve budget and forecast goals.

Requirements

• Experience interacting with external stakeholders, such as consulting engineers, contractors, and building owners.
• Thorough understanding of HVAC operations, particularly within commercial or industrial facilities.
• Ability to develop Bills of Material (BOM).
• Highly experienced in Design Specialist Level I position
• 7+ years of experience in HVAC, building automation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with reading and creating layout drawings to guide system installation (e.g., sensor locations, panel placement)
• Experience maintaining or contributing to internal standards, libraries, or best practices for system design and engineering.
• Experience designing, and engineering HVAC control systems, including developing sequence of operations and equipment selection.
• Be able to lift up to 30lbs.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to navigate and resolve issues empathetically and professionally.
• Ability to design large projects with some deviation using standard tools, products, and practices.
• Strong understanding of project documents, scopes of work, and the ability to interpret contract drawings and specifications.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical plans.
• Be able to spend significant time standing and walking.
• Familiarity with generating and managing RFIs (Requests for Information) to resolve design issues.
• Background in both design and ongoing support/service engineering for installed building systems
• Be able to lift and carry, drawings, personal computers, material, and spend significant time sitting etc.
• Be physically able to kneel, stoop and crawl.
• Basic understanding of computer systems, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• 3+ years of experience in HVAC, building automation.
• The ability to read electrical wiring diagrams.
• Proficiency of Autocad and/or Visio for BAS Design
• Ability to use MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook electronic e-mail system.
• Proven ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Be able to climb flights of stairs throughout a typical day.
• Experience with AutoCAD and/or Visio.
• Proficiency in engineering design software or drafting tools such as AutoCAD and Microsoft Visio CDT.

Benefits

• Paid Vacation/Sick/Holidays
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401K w/ company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance