Automation Engineer - HVAC Design - 77380

$81,600 - $122,400/Yr

Schneider Electric - Dallas, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Dallas, TX

10,001+ employees

Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing

About the position

The Automation Engineer at Schneider Electric plays a crucial role in implementing quality building automation control practices and providing technical oversight for construction site projects within the retrofit and energy performance contracting team. This position is integral to customer success and is focused on sustainability projects within the Public Sector, including K-12, higher education, and government services. The role involves leading automation design, conducting field audits, and ensuring compliance with industry standards while delivering high-quality solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead detailed automation design and engineering field audits
• Create automation scopes of work and cost estimates with minimal supervision
• Prepare technical audit reports
• Provide decision-making support for sales, engineering, and project management functions
• Analyze the performance of mechanical, electrical, and control systems and recommend changes to improve functionality and/or energy efficiency
• Prepare automation designs for the project that meet the need and level of control for given systems
• Manage project responsibilities including accountability for design budgets and deadlines
• Author sequences of operation for improved energy efficiency of HVAC equipment and other systems
• Create building automation and integrated system drawings and reports
• Assist in validation and commissioning hardware and project installations
• Ensure conformance to industry design standards and local codes
• Stay abreast of new technological developments/releases and apply to projects and processes where beneficial
• Prepare automation bid package submittals
• Participate in strategic initiatives as assigned to drive continuous improvement
• Deliver solutions with first-time quality while maintaining high levels of internal and external client satisfaction

Requirements

• 2 years engineering or technical degree required or equivalent work experience
• 3-5 years related work experience in building automation/controls and/or installation of mechanical HVAC equipment
• Technical knowledge of HVAC equipment and systems and of access and/or building automation systems
• Competency in Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, Outlook, Visio, Project
• Knowledge of industry codes and standards: ASHRAE, NEC, NFPA, UL, etc.

Nice-to-haves

• Certified Energy Manager (CEM) certification and/or other Professional certifications (LEED, CEA, BEP, PE, etc.)
• Working knowledge of Schneider Electric BAS platforms (Vista, Continuum, I/Net, and/or Invensys)
• Hands-on experience with other building automation vendors (Johnson Controls, Honeywell, Alerton, Automated Logic, etc.)

Benefits

• Medical insurance with member reward points
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Basic life insurance
• Benefit Bucks (credits to apply towards benefits)
• Flexible work arrangements
• Paid family leaves
• 401(k) match
• Well-being and recognition programs
• 12 holidays per year
• 15 days of paid time off per year (pro-rated in the first year of employment)
• Opportunity to purchase company stock (eligibility depends on start date)
• Military leave benefits