Systems Engineer - Industrial Automation

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Ankeny, IA, USA
In-Office
Entry level
Design
The Role
Designs and develops industrial automation and distributed control systems, including PLC, HMI, and SCADA programs; selects control components; creates engineering drawings, sequences of operation, and project submittals. Supports estimating, proposals, customer demonstrations, project turnovers, and scope management. Collaborates with project managers, engineers, electricians, and technicians to improve engineering quality and processes. Produces as-built documentation and supports strategic initiatives that improve delivery, quality, and cost efficiency.
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PURPOSE

The Systems Engineer will work with the engineering and leadership teams to assist with the direction of strategic initiatives that improve delivery and quality, as well as reducing costs. Maintain and grow the “Client for Life” concept for existing and new clients. Performs related work as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are typical for this job. These are not to be constructed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Provide sales support as needed to assist project manager / sales to obtain more work. Assists in customer demos, estimating work, product application information and creation of proposals

• Ensures employee satisfaction by continual coordination and communication

• Responsible for executing scope and pointing out opportunities for items above and beyond contracted scope of work

• Responsible for understanding and adhering to contract terms and conditions

• Designing and developing distributed control systems (DCS) including PLC/HMI/SCADA programs, product selection for bill of material (BOM) based on customer specifications, creating sequence of operations (SOO), and creating Engineering Drawings in AutoCAD Electrical.

• Produce engineering and project control submittals utilizing Baker Group’s standard engineering software, select Baker Group’s standard parts when applicable, and producing control submittal with necessary information as per Baker Group’s standard control submittal format

• Collaborate with engineering team to review product standards, control submittal formats, and any other items as necessary related to engineering control systems

• Partner with engineering team and field electricians / technicians to continually improve our engineering process, accuracy, and quality.

• Work with project managers, engineering team and mechanical design engineers to develop sequence of operations for equipment.

• Re-estimate projects based upon engineered control submittals.

• Provide as built documentation for operation and maintenance after the project completion

• Assist with updating our as built process for a better quality product.

• Initiate and / or participate turnover meetings to engineering and field discussing project scope, safety, timelines, etc.

• Utilize and enhance company standard documents for business development, pre-proposal checklists, project tracking, field labor scheduling, turnovers, subcontracts, purchase orders, warranty, etc.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• 4-year Technical Degree OR

• Equivalent experience in the Building Automation (DDC) industry may be substituted for this requirement

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• N/A

MENTAL AND PHYSICAL COMPETENCIES REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Good communication skills

• Ability to work while minimally supervised and at times unsupervised

• Understand numerous computer operating systems and drafting applications

• Advanced knowledge of computers

• Excellent typing skills

ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY

At any given time, may be exposed to:

• Normal office conditions

• Construction job sites

EQUIPMENT/TOOLS

• Laptop PC

• PPE, when required (hard hat, safety vest, gloves, steel toe boots)

• Computer operating systems

• Clothing: normal office attire

• Designer Suite

• Microsoft Visio

• Tridium software

Baker Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Baker Group will consider reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the Employer.

Skills Required

  • Four-year technical degree
  • Equivalent experience in the building automation or DDC industry may substitute for the technical degree
  • Good communication skills
  • Ability to work with minimal or no supervision
  • Understanding of multiple computer operating systems and drafting applications
  • Advanced computer knowledge
  • Excellent typing skills
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The Company
HQ: Ankeny, Iowa
847 Employees
Year Founded: 1964

What We Do

Established in 1963, Baker Group is Iowa’s premier full-service specialty contractor—serving commercial, industrial, institutional, and mission-critical markets across the country. We offer integrated solutions in mechanical, electrical, sheet metal, plumbing, piping, building automation, fire alarm, access control, CCTV, and 24/7 service and maintenance. Our offsite manufacturing capabilities and modular construction approach allow us to deliver faster, safer, and more cost-effective projects with consistent quality. What sets us apart is our collaborative, data-driven process. By aligning design, field, and BIM teams from day one, we reduce risk, increase efficiency, and deliver long-term value. We don’t just build systems—we build trusted partnerships. As an employee-owned company, we’re deeply invested in exceptional outcomes for our clients and communities. At Baker Group, you can always Expect the Best®.

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