Lead Controls Systems Engineers are responsible for designing and leading building automation projects. Day to day tasks will be determined by the specific requirements of each project
ResponsibilitiesTeam Leadership & Sales Support
- Provide technical guidance for a project team of 2-5 engineers
- Identify and assign tasks within the project team
- Lead customer meetings
- Assist with proposal generation by estimating hardware costs and the engineering effort required for a project
- Maintain relationships with existing customers
Instrumentation & Electrical Design
- Create instrument lists by examining P&ID drawings
- Research instrumentation (temperature transmitters, pressure transmitters, flow meter, valve actuators, etc…) and select devices appropriate for the project
- Research and select controls hardware appropriate for the project
- Compile submittal documentation for controls and instrument hardware
- Create panel layouts and electrical schematics for controls enclosures
- Procure project hardware
- Provide technical support for panel fabrication technicians
- Inspect completed control enclosures
System Design and Configuration
- Lead customer design review meetings
- Configure user interface and HMI screens
- Configure DDC, PLC and/or DCS control algorithms
- Execute internal functional and quality control testing
- Draft system documentation
- Assist is customer demonstrations and acceptance testing
Onsite System Startup
- Install project software and configuration onto site systems
- Participate in point to point loop checks for all instrumentation
- Perform software calibration and tuning
- Conduct functional tests of all systems
- Troubleshoot installation discrepancies
- Support additional customer testing
- Program field modifications as required
- Train customer representatives on operations and maintenance of system
Technical Experience
- Bachelors Degree in a technical field or related Technical Degree
- 3+ years of experience in related field/industry
- Controls Experience in at least one of the following:
- Rockwell: FactoryTalk Suite, RS Logix/Studio 5000, familiarity with PlantPAx DCS
- Aveva System Platform
- Inductive Ignition Perspective
- Distech: Experience with BACnet and LON Distech controllers, Eclypse Controllers
- Other useful technologies include:
- Johnson Controls: Facility Explorer or Metasys controllers
- Tridium: Niagara N4
- SQL
- Scripting languages (VBA, Python, etc.)
- Knowledge of Kepware OPC server, ThinManager, VMware is preferred.
HVAC Experience/Knowledge:
- Basic understanding of HVAC systems in large building automation systems.
- Understanding of sequence of operations and P&IDs for HVAC and plant utilities.
- Experience with functional testing, including the ability to create, maintain, and execute test plans.
- Experience with specifying instrumentation and control valves for HVAC systems
Competitive Base Salary: $100,000–$120,000, depending on experience
Performance Bonuses: Bonus structure designed to reward results
Travel Perks: Travel incentives + per-diem packages for field assignments
Full Benefits Package: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Retirement Ready: 401(k) with company match
Time Off: Generous PTO which includes vacation, holidays, and unlimited personal time
Grow With Us: Ongoing training, certifications, and professional development support
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in a technical field or related technical degree
- 3 or more years of experience in a related field or industry
- Controls experience with at least one listed platform: Rockwell, AVEVA System Platform, Inductive Ignition Perspective, or Distech controllers
- Basic understanding of HVAC systems in large building automation systems
- Understanding of HVAC and plant utility sequences of operation and P&IDs
- Experience with functional testing and creating, maintaining, and executing test plans
- Experience specifying instrumentation and control valves for HVAC systems
- Knowledge of Johnson Controls Facility Explorer or Metasys controllers
- Knowledge of Tridium Niagara N4
- Knowledge of SQL
- Knowledge of scripting languages such as VBA or Python
- Knowledge of Kepware OPC Server, ThinManager, or VMware
RoviSys Building Technologies Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about RoviSys Building Technologies and has not been reviewed or approved by RoviSys Building Technologies.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and pet insurance are included, indicating broad core coverage. Feedback suggests the overall package is presented as comprehensive across health-related benefits.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Unlimited personal time, immediate vacation eligibility, and 10+ paid holidays are highlighted. These options provide multiple avenues for time away from work.
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Flexible Benefits — Flexible hours and possible remote work in some roles are noted. This flexibility helps align work arrangements with project needs.
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What We Do
RoviSys Building Technologies (RBT) is a global provider of building automation services and solutions for industrial, commercial, and mission-critical applications in existing facilities and new construction. Founded as an expansion of RoviSys, the company integrates building management systems, environmental and enterprise systems, energy and load management, lighting, gas and water controls, and related infrastructure to improve facility performance, efficiency, and connectivity.
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