Controls Design Engineer
ControlsJobsabout 1 month ago
Kansas City, MO, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Controls Design Engineer - Kansas City, MO - $25-$40/hr. + 100% Paid Medical + 401k
About the Opportunity:
An established building automation contractor in Kansas City is seeking a talented Controls Design Engineer to support a variety of design-build, retrofit, and service-driven BAS projects. This full-time position offers outstanding benefits, career advancement pathways, and a culture that values teamwork, innovation, and high-quality system performance. If you enjoy designing advanced BAS systems and want to work with a respected regional leader, this is a strong opportunity.
Position Details:
- Title: Controls Design Engineer
- Location: Kansas City, MO
- Status: Full-Time | Office-Based with Field Visits
Ideal Candidate:
- Experience working as a BAS Design Engineer or in a similar controls engineering role
- Proficient with AutoCAD or MS Visio for control system layouts and design
- Hands-on experience developing and modifying Tridium graphical user interfaces
- Capable of creating and interpreting detailed Sequences of Operations (SOO)
- Understanding of controls programming fundamentals and BAS troubleshooting
- Strong documentation, communication, and technical writing skills
- Comfortable conducting job walks and coordinating with contractors, engineers, and internal teams
- Knowledge of building automation and energy management systems
- Experience with ALC (Automated Logic) is a plus
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, draft, and manage BAS control system architecture from initial concept to project completion
- Prepare detailed design packages, submittals, and documentation for installations
- Develop graphical interfaces and assist with configuration of control software
- Ensure design deliverables meet project timelines and technical standards
- Conduct on-site assessments and collaborate with engineering and installation teams
Compensation & Benefits:
- Hourly Rate: $25.00-$40.00/hr. (DOE)
- Health Benefits: Medical (100% Employer-Paid), Dental, Vision, HSA Option
- Retirement: 401k with 3% Match + 3% Profit Sharing
- Time Off: 2-3 Weeks PTO + Paid Holidays
- Equipment: Company Laptop & Cell Phone
This role is an excellent fit for a detail-driven BAS designer looking to join a stable, growth-oriented firm with strong benefits and long-term opportunity in the Kansas City market.
Required Skills
BAS troubleshooting
AutoCAD
MS Visio
Tridium graphical user interfaces
documentation skills
energy management systems
controls programming fundamentals
building automation
communication skills
technical writing skills
Sequences of Operations (SOO)
ALC (Automated Logic)
BAS Design Engineering