Mid Level Building Automation Systems Jobs
Mid level building automation systems jobs go to professionals ready to own complete system integrations, make configuration decisions with limited oversight, and mentor junior technicians on controls logic and commissioning. Roles are predominantly on-site and hybrid across Staffing & Recruiting, Technology & Software, and Distribution & Wholesale, with employers like SBF Search, Jobot, and Ambient hiring at this level now.
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General Skills/Requirements
· Proficiency in English
· Strong interpersonal and oral/written communication skills
· Attention to details with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
· Solid time management skills
· Professional appearance
· Ability to interact professionally with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers
· Physically able to navigate/attend bid-walks and site visits at active construction sites
· Clean criminal background and credit history
· Must pass drug screening and background check (pre-employment and random)
Job Responsibilities
· Sales and Estimating
o Generate new sales/customers and maintain company’s existing BAS customer base
o Conceptual estimating/budgeting
o Mechanical/HVAC system BAS design as needed for design-build estimates/projects
o Read and understand mechanical piping/HVAC/BAS drawings
o Review project specifications to ensure bid compliance
o Perform accurate quantity take-offs and utilize unit pricing method to generate BAS project estimates
o Solicit quotations from subcontractors and suppliers
o Compile take-offs and quotations to prepare accurate and timely estimates
o Prepare and submit proposals to customers
· Project Management
o Simultaneously manage multiple BAS projects
o Review contracts to ensure compliance
o Direct and monitor sold BAS projects from start to completion
o Manage project material buyouts/purchasing
o Meet with contractors and vendors to ensure quality product and timely deliveries
o Manage construction budget by monitoring project expenditures, identifying and evaluating variances in expenditures vs. estimate, and negotiating change orders
o Create/process submittals, RFIs, change orders, billings, closeout documents and other project related documents/processes
o Work with other project management team members to facilitate and oversee field crew installations and subcontractors on multiple projects – regular interaction with union tradesmen
o Support foremen and field staff with project needs
o Visit projects to review work and ensure safe/on-time field installations.
Experience/Education
· Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent trade/related experience
· Experience with commercial/industrial building automation systems
· Experience with selling/installing Distech, Honeywell, Alerton, and similar BACnet Open Protocol BAS systems.
· 5-10 years experience in the mechanical/HVAC construction industry
· Niagara N4 and/or AX Certified a plus but not required
· Basic knowledge of construction accounting
· Proficient in Microsoft suite of general office programs
· P.E. License or E.I.T. License a plus, but not required
Possessing the above skills/experience not necessary to apply. Will provide training for the right candidate who possesses ample drive, work ethic, and ability to learn necessary concepts/skills
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $115,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
General Skills/Requirements
· Proficiency in English
· Strong interpersonal and oral/written communication skills
· Attention to details with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
· Solid time management skills
· Professional appearance
· Ability to interact professionally with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers
· Physically able to navigate/attend bid-walks and site visits at active construction sites
· Clean criminal background and credit history
· Must pass drug screening and background check (pre-employment and random)
Job Responsibilities
· Sales and Estimating
o Generate new sales/customers and maintain company’s existing BAS customer base
o Conceptual estimating/budgeting
o Mechanical/HVAC system BAS design as needed for design-build estimates/projects
o Read and understand mechanical piping/HVAC/BAS drawings
o Review project specifications to ensure bid compliance
o Perform accurate quantity take-offs and utilize unit pricing method to generate BAS project estimates
o Solicit quotations from subcontractors and suppliers
o Compile take-offs and quotations to prepare accurate and timely estimates
o Prepare and submit proposals to customers
· Project Management
o Simultaneously manage multiple BAS projects
o Review contracts to ensure compliance
o Direct and monitor sold BAS projects from start to completion
o Manage project material buyouts/purchasing
o Meet with contractors and vendors to ensure quality product and timely deliveries
o Manage construction budget by monitoring project expenditures, identifying and evaluating variances in expenditures vs. estimate, and negotiating change orders
o Create/process submittals, RFIs, change orders, billings, closeout documents and other project related documents/processes
o Work with other project management team members to facilitate and oversee field crew installations and subcontractors on multiple projects – regular interaction with union tradesmen
o Support foremen and field staff with project needs
o Visit projects to review work and ensure safe/on-time field installations.
Experience/Education
· Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent trade/related experience
· Experience with commercial/industrial building automation systems
· Experience with selling/installing Distech, Honeywell, Alerton, and similar BACnet Open Protocol BAS systems.
· 5-10 years experience in the mechanical/HVAC construction industry
· Niagara N4 and/or AX Certified a plus but not required
· Basic knowledge of construction accounting
· Proficient in Microsoft suite of general office programs
· P.E. License or E.I.T. License a plus, but not required
Possessing the above skills/experience not necessary to apply. Will provide training for the right candidate who possesses ample drive, work ethic, and ability to learn necessary concepts/skills
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $115,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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Mid Level Building Automation Systems Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level building automation systems job?
Position your experience around full-project ownership rather than task execution. Highlight hands-on work with BAS platforms such as Niagara, Tridium, or Johnson Controls Metasys, along with demonstrated ability to commission systems, troubleshoot HVAC controls independently, and read or write sequence-of-operations documentation. Employers at this level want to see that you can take a project from programming through startup with minimal supervision, so emphasize those specific outcomes in your resume and interviews.
Which companies hire mid level building automation systems engineers?
Companies hiring mid level building automation systems engineers right now include SBF Search, Jobot, and Ambient, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a broad mix of mechanical and electrical contractors, facilities management firms, and technology integrators that run ongoing retrofit and new-construction programs requiring experienced controls professionals.
Are there remote mid level building automation systems jobs?
Yes, though most roles require significant on-site presence given the physical nature of commissioning and troubleshooting. About 0% of mid level building automation systems openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and these tend to involve graphics development, remote monitoring, or engineering design work that does not require hands-on access to mechanical equipment.
How do I move up to a mid level building automation systems role?
Growth from entry level to mid level typically comes from accumulating independent project experience across multiple building types, deepening proficiency in at least one major BAS platform, and gradually taking ownership of complete system startups rather than assisting senior technicians. Demonstrating that you can write sequences of operation, interpret mechanical drawings, and resolve controls issues without escalation signals readiness for mid level responsibilities to hiring managers.
Which industries hire the most mid level building automation systems engineers?
Mid level building automation systems roles concentrate in Staffing & Recruiting, Technology & Software, and Distribution & Wholesale, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive hiring because large commercial, healthcare, and institutional facilities require ongoing controls upgrades, energy optimization programs, and code-compliant system replacements that depend on experienced automation professionals.