Senior Controls Engineer – Building Automation

DLB Associates is a premier engineering and consulting firm specializing in innovative, mission-critical solutions across hyperscale data centers, advanced infrastructure, and high-performance building systems. With over four decades of expertise, we partner with some of the world’s most influential companies to design and optimize environments that demand precision, scalability, and resilience. Join us and be part of a team where your voice matters, your work makes an impact, and your growth is a shared priority. Position Title: Senior Controls Engineer – Building Automation Position Location: Remote - work virtually from anywhere in the United States JOB SUMMARY The Senior Controls Engineer – Building Automation supports DLB’s mission critical projects, with a primary focus on building automation systems (BAS), PMS (Power Management System), controls integration, and smart building solutions. This role provides technical and project leadership for the planning, and design of BAS/PMS and integrated control systems. The Senior Controls Engineer – Building Automation collaborates closely with MEP design engineers, construction contractors, equipment vendors, software engineers, project managers, and client representatives to ensure systems are designed, integrated, and delivered in alignment with project requirements and client expectations. This position operates with a high degree of independence, receiving general direction on routine work and detailed guidance on new or complex assignments. The engineer may serve as a technical lead on projects of moderate to complex scope and coordinate the work of other engineering and production staff. The role communicates and operates in line with organizational goals, values, and departmental objectives. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Engineering Design Activities (80%) Create project deliverables including design drawings, sequences of operations and specificationsDevelop various engineering drawings in AutoCAD and Revit format including floor plan drawings, system architecture diagrams, point-to-point wiring diagrams and control panel diagramsLead and participate in building automation focused design reviewsCreate and modify project specificationsCoordinate items with MEP trades that also affect BASIdentify potential project scope changes and aid in development of strategies to minimize impact and control deviations from estimated costs and project deadlinesPerform QAQC peer reviews for projects where they are not the lead design engineerManagement of project deliverables when they are not the lead design engineerSurvey existing building conditions and prepare technical reports of findingsCollect data and other information for construction documents Assist in Construction Activities (10%) Work as part of the engineering team and interact closely with the project management teamReview shop drawings and submittalsReview and respond to RFIsReview and complete punch lists and project close out documentsPerform Onsite BAS Engineering Reviews (5%)Provide onsite BAS engineering audits and feasibility studiesComplete BAS engineering surveys for retrofit projects Administrative (5%) Prepare and oversee development of project progress reports for internal and external stakeholdersCreate / complete departmental reportsAccountable for project contract administrationManages personal and site team’s hours using company tools Technology, Digital Tools & AI-Enabled Efficiency Leverage AI-enabled and digital tools to enhance efficiency, reduce manual effort, and support consistent, high-quality work output.Identify opportunities to improve processes and demonstrate a continuous learning mindset, seeking out new technologies, skills, and methods that elevate individual and team performance.Adapt to emerging technologies and evolving digital workflows, actively supporting the integration and adoption of innovative tools across the organization. Performs Other Related Duties as Assigned POSITION REQUIREMENTS (ADVANCED LEVEL FOR ALL THE FOLLOWING) Knowledge of open-source protocols (BACnet, Modbus and SNMP)Knowledge of IoT and smart building solutionsKnowledge of typical data center control redundancy strategiesKnowledge of materials, methods and the tools involved in the construction mission critical, commercial buildings, or other structuresSkilled at using Revit and autoCADSkilled at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file managementSkilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detailAbility to leverage AI and emerging technologies to streamline workflows, optimize operational processes, and contribute to company-wide innovationAbility to work successfully in a remote environment thru effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness and resourcefulness in a distraction free workspaceAbility to identify and analyze complex problems, evaluate alternatives and implement effective solutionsAbility to follow company and site safety requirementsAbility to analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondenceAbility to communicate effectively in both oral and written form (technical and non-technical information)Ability to communicate effectively directly with clients and at times serve as primary point of client contactAbility to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with moderate supervisionAbility to effectively plan and delegate the work of othersOrganizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously PHYSICAL DEMANDS The following physical demands must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is Frequently required to remain in a stationary position.Frequently moving through office, facility, and other environments.On occasion, may move equipment weighing up to 25 pounds. TRAVEL / RELOCATION REQUIREMENTS Approximately 10% travel to client sites, partner offices, or company events across the U.S.Travel is defined as physically leaving home on behalf of business activities including but not limited to client sites, meetings with other employees, meeting for business development purposes, running errands on behalf of the business, attending industry conferences, etc. EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS B.A. / B.S. degree in Engineering, construction or related disciplines PLUS Minimum of 5 years of experience in BAS controls systems engineering Benefits DLB Associates offers a very competitive benefits package; highlights include Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)Flex spending accounts (FSA)Dental and vision plansComprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account optionPTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the yearCompany paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependentsShort and long-term disability, AD&D coverageProfessional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistancePaid parental leave after one year of employment CO, CA, IL, NY, WA, and Washington DC residents only: In accordance with CO, CA, IL, NY, WA, and Washington DC law, the range provided is DLB's reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may differ based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and location. DLB Associates is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and participates in the E-Verify program with the Department of Homeland Security. We encourage diversity in our workforce. Are you ready to challenge yourself and redefine standards in the AEC industry? Apply now and join our award-winning team! NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES: DLB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to DLB in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where DLB has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of DLB and DLB will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service. Locations: Remote (United States)