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About the Role

The Senior Building Management System (BMS) Design Engineer will be responsible for the design and technical development of Building Management Systems (BMS), Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS) and control sequences for mission critical facilities. This role focuses on developing control system strategies that ensure reliability and redundancy as required by the project while supporting seamless integration with other building systems.

Responsibilities

Develop detailed control system design documents, including sequences of operation, network architecture diagrams and points lists.
Create project-related BMS specifications.
Define integration strategies between BMS, PLCs, mechanical and electrical systems, and third-party monitoring platforms.
Specify control panel requirements, I/O requirements, and communication protocols for all equipment.
Collaborate with internal mechanical and electrical engineers to ensure system logic aligns with owner design requirements.
Collaborate with internal and/or external stakeholders to ensure network architecture and cabling requirements are incorporated into overall project requirements.
Develop and maintain company-wide standards for BMS design, details, and documentation templates.
Participate in design coordination meetings and technical workshops with clients, vendors, and commissioning agents.
Assist clients with evaluation and selection of control system integrators.
Conduct QA/QC reviews to validate drawings, sequences, and integration details before issuance.
Conduct site visits to gather existing system information, review construction work in progress, and confirm installed conditions are in compliance with contract document requirements.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in building automation or HVAC controls design, preferably within consulting or mission critical environments.
Strong understanding of HVAC system operation and control logic.
Knowledge of control communication protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, and TCP/IP.
Knowledge of PLC and DDC based BMS systems.
Experience with Division 25 and 26 specifications.
Knowledge of electrical power systems including distribution equipment, generators, UPS, and similar equipment in the context of monitoring and integration is a plus.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly describe complex control sequences.
Experience solely in the context of manufacturing or process automation is not preferred.

Skills

Building automation
HVAC controls design
Control system design
BMS
EPMS
Control sequences
Network architecture
Communication protocols
BACnet
Modbus
TCP/IP
PLC
DDC
Division 23 specifications
Division 25 specifications
Division 26 specifications
Electrical power systems
Distribution equipment
Generators
UPS
Written communication
Verbal communication

Work Type

Hybrid working arrangement
36-hour standard work week

Experience Level

Senior

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Controls Engineering
Significant relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree

Salary/Compensations

$90,000-$120,000

Benefits

Competitive benefits package
13 paid holidays
100% coverage of medical, health, and dental insurance premiums for full-time employees
Reimbursement of professional licensing costs
Spouse and family insurance premiums are subsidized
Employer-sponsored life insurance
Employer-sponsored long-term disability insurance
Participation in 401(k) plan
Annual safe harbor contribution

About the Company

Engineering data centers with precision and expertise.
At Strategic Mission Critical, we are more than just engineers; we are experts focusing solely on mission critical facilities.
Our seasoned leadership team brings together decades of experience, equipping data center providers worldwide with robust, reliable solutions that keep pace with the evolving digital landscape.
As demand for high-performance infrastructure accelerates - fueled by AI and the expanding digital landscape - SMC continues to lead through technical rigor and operational excellence.
We’re seeking leaders who think beyond projects to improve the way we deliver them: individuals who elevate people, process, and performance across the firm.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.