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Building Automation Systems jobs are open across commercial construction, facilities management, healthcare, and education, from entry-level technician to senior controls engineer, with specializations in HVAC controls, BMS programming, and system commissioning. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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HVAC Controls Systems Designer
Johnson Controls is a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services, and an industry-leading field organization, we help customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries.
For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters, turning goals into real-world results and helping move society forward.
Role Overview
As an HVAC Controls Systems Designer, you will support the design and programming of HVAC control systems under direct supervision. In this role, you will help translate project requirements into hardware designs, software, submittals, and installation documentation while supporting commissioning, troubleshooting, and basic warranty response.
Key Responsibilities
- Design HVAC control system hardware and software using established standards and the intent of the project requirements.
- Select hardware from the standard design library for flow diagrams, sequence of operations, bill of material, network layouts, and electrical schematics.
- Prepare detailed submittals and documentation to communicate design and operation to customers, consultants, the Johnson Controls field installation team, and subcontractors.
- Perform software programming based on established standards and project needs.
- Coordinate the creation of drawings, equipment schedules, as-built drawings, software updates, and operation manuals.
- Select, order, and track materials for assigned projects and support factory-mounting activities to meet project schedules.
- Assist with loading and commissioning system-level and network-level controllers, validate system functionality, and troubleshoot issues with subcontractors and other trades.
- Gather field changes, update as-built documentation, and prepare system operation materials and manuals.
- Keep management, contractors, and customers informed of job progress, risks, and open issues.
- Assist with site-specific training for owners and operators and complete required paperwork, including time sheets, expense reports, and on-site documentation.
- Adhere to safety standards and maintain a high regard for employee and subcontractor safety.
- Respond to basic warranty calls as needed.
How You Will Do It
- Work under direct supervision and follow established design and programming standards to ensure each project meets its intended scope.
- Stay close to the project requirements, document decisions clearly, and communicate early when issues may affect schedule, quality, or commissioning.
- Use a practical, detail-focused approach when building submittals, drawings, schedules, and as-built documentation so field teams and customers can execute with confidence.
- Collaborate closely with consultants, subcontractors, field teams, and customers to remove obstacles and keep work moving safely and efficiently.
- Own the quality of your documentation, follow through on open items, and support continuous problem-solving throughout installation and startup.
- Contribute as part of one team by sharing information openly, respecting different perspectives, and supporting successful project outcomes.
Qualifications
- University degree and 1 year of suggested minimum experience, or 2-year degree and 6 years of suggested minimum experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience with installing and/or commissioning controls systems, including system-level controllers.
- Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
- Demonstrated technical aptitude.
- Demonstrated advanced computer skills.
Nice to Have
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science.
Why Join Us
Join a company where your work helps customers improve performance, strengthen resilience, and support sustainability goals across critical industries. At Johnson Controls, you will be part of a practical, collaborative environment that values safety, precision, and the real-world impact of good engineering.
If this sounds like the right next step for you, we invite you to apply.
HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $29.14-$43.75 (Hourly rate to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us
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HVAC Controls Systems Designer
Johnson Controls is a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services, and an industry-leading field organization, we help customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries.
For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters, turning goals into real-world results and helping move society forward.
Role Overview
As an HVAC Controls Systems Designer, you will support the design and programming of HVAC control systems under direct supervision. In this role, you will help translate project requirements into hardware designs, software, submittals, and installation documentation while supporting commissioning, troubleshooting, and basic warranty response.
Key Responsibilities
- Design HVAC control system hardware and software using established standards and the intent of the project requirements.
- Select hardware from the standard design library for flow diagrams, sequence of operations, bill of material, network layouts, and electrical schematics.
- Prepare detailed submittals and documentation to communicate design and operation to customers, consultants, the Johnson Controls field installation team, and subcontractors.
- Perform software programming based on established standards and project needs.
- Coordinate the creation of drawings, equipment schedules, as-built drawings, software updates, and operation manuals.
- Select, order, and track materials for assigned projects and support factory-mounting activities to meet project schedules.
- Assist with loading and commissioning system-level and network-level controllers, validate system functionality, and troubleshoot issues with subcontractors and other trades.
- Gather field changes, update as-built documentation, and prepare system operation materials and manuals.
- Keep management, contractors, and customers informed of job progress, risks, and open issues.
- Assist with site-specific training for owners and operators and complete required paperwork, including time sheets, expense reports, and on-site documentation.
- Adhere to safety standards and maintain a high regard for employee and subcontractor safety.
- Respond to basic warranty calls as needed.
How You Will Do It
- Work under direct supervision and follow established design and programming standards to ensure each project meets its intended scope.
- Stay close to the project requirements, document decisions clearly, and communicate early when issues may affect schedule, quality, or commissioning.
- Use a practical, detail-focused approach when building submittals, drawings, schedules, and as-built documentation so field teams and customers can execute with confidence.
- Collaborate closely with consultants, subcontractors, field teams, and customers to remove obstacles and keep work moving safely and efficiently.
- Own the quality of your documentation, follow through on open items, and support continuous problem-solving throughout installation and startup.
- Contribute as part of one team by sharing information openly, respecting different perspectives, and supporting successful project outcomes.
Qualifications
- University degree and 1 year of suggested minimum experience, or 2-year degree and 6 years of suggested minimum experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience with installing and/or commissioning controls systems, including system-level controllers.
- Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
- Demonstrated technical aptitude.
- Demonstrated advanced computer skills.
Nice to Have
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science.
Why Join Us
Join a company where your work helps customers improve performance, strengthen resilience, and support sustainability goals across critical industries. At Johnson Controls, you will be part of a practical, collaborative environment that values safety, precision, and the real-world impact of good engineering.
If this sounds like the right next step for you, we invite you to apply.
HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $29.14-$43.75 (Hourly rate to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us
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Who's Hiring
- Siemens80
- The Building People6
- HTS Engineering - Heat Transfer Solutions6
- Graymatter5
- Jobot4
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Staffing & Recruiting
- Distribution & Wholesale
- Education
- Manufacturing
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in building automation systems jobs.
- Two or more years of experience programming and commissioning building automation or BMS systems
- Hands-on proficiency with at least one major platform such as Niagara, Metasys, or Siemens Desigo
- Working knowledge of HVAC systems, sequences of operation, and mechanical controls logic
- Associate or bachelor's degree in electrical technology, mechanical engineering technology, or a related field
- Certified Automation Professional (CAP) or Niagara Certification preferred or required
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, control drawings, and points lists
Tips for Your Building Automation Systems Job Search
Tailor your resume to control systems
List the specific platforms you've programmed or commissioned, such as Niagara, Tridium, Distech, or Johnson Controls Metasys. Hiring managers scan for platform names first, so burying them under generic 'controls experience' costs you interviews.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists building automation systems openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Get your certifications in order
A Niagara Certification or Certified Automation Professional (CAP) credential from ISA separates you from candidates who only have on-the-job experience. Check which certification the posting lists and lead with it in your resume headline.
Target openings by building type
Filter for the building type you know best, whether that's hospitals, data centers, or K-12 schools. Controls logic, sequences of operation, and compliance requirements differ enough across sectors that employers often prefer candidates with direct vertical experience.
Prepare for a hands-on technical screen
Many hiring managers walk candidates through a sequence of operations and ask them to identify faults or suggest setpoint adjustments. Review your most recent commissioning project and be ready to explain your troubleshooting process step by step.
Negotiate with field hours and travel in mind
Building automation roles vary widely in travel load, from mostly on-site at a single campus to regional travel covering multiple accounts. Clarify expected travel percentage before accepting an offer, since it directly affects your effective hourly rate.
Building Automation Systems Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most building automation systems?
The companies hiring the most building automation systemss right now include Siemens, The Building People, and HTS Engineering - Heat Transfer Solutions, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Illinois, and Maryland, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand is highest at facilities-service contractors, building controls vendors, and large healthcare or education system operators.
How many building automation systems jobs are remote?
About 15% of building automation systems openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the field's strong on-site commissioning and troubleshooting requirements. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote flexibility are programming, software configuration, and remote monitoring or analytics roles that don't require physical access to equipment.
How do you become a building automation systems?
Start with a two-year degree or trade program in electrical technology, HVAC controls, or mechatronics, then pursue an entry-level technician or helper role at a controls contractor. Build platform-specific skills on Niagara, Metasys, or a comparable BMS, earn a vendor certification, and work toward the ISA Certified Automation Professional credential as your experience grows.
How do you get hired in building automation systems with little experience?
Entry points include HVAC service technician roles, low-voltage electrical apprenticeships, and facilities maintenance positions that expose you to BMS interfaces. Completing a Niagara training course or a community college controls program gives you a concrete credential to show on applications before you have years of project experience behind you.
What does the building automation systems interview process look like?
A typical process starts with a phone screen covering your platform background and project types, followed by a technical interview where you walk through a sequence of operations, interpret a wiring diagram, or describe how you would troubleshoot a faulty sensor. Final rounds often include a meeting with a project manager or senior engineer to assess how you work in the field and communicate with clients.
Where can I find and apply to building automation systems jobs?
You can find and apply to building automation systems jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Find the roles that match your platform experience, preferred building type, and location, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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