Controls Engineer

Energy Management Collaborative (EMC)

. Design and develop control systems for specific projects with the SBC Manager, Controls Engineering, and other engineers .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timePlymouth • Minnesota • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Building Automation Systems, HVAC Automation, and Controls Engineering, with a strong focus on programming proficiency in Niagara-based systems and integration of smart-building technologies. Capable of delivering technical documentation and collaborating effectively across teams to implement advanced control solutions.

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Building Automation SystemsNiagara-Based Systems ProgrammingHVAC Automation/Controls EngineeringSystem Integration ExperienceTechnical Documentation Development

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Hard Skills

A/C Electrical CircuitsLow Voltage D/C Electrical CircuitsBlueprint InterpretationTechnical Shop DrawingsNiagara SoftwareJavaScriptHTMLIoT ConceptsDatabase ProgrammingTroubleshooting

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationOrganizationLeadershipProblem-SolvingTeamwork

Tools & Technologies

Building Management System (BMS)LED LightingHVAC SystemsControls Management SoftwareSmart-Building Technologies

Industry Keywords

Controls EngineeringSystems IntegrationSmart-Building IndustryTechnical ComplianceIndustry Best Practices

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

IoTJavaScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and develop control systems for specific projects with the SBC Manager, Controls Engineering, and other engineers
Draft and develop installation and commissioning documentation for SBC programs and projects
Draft point lists, sequences of operations, and related documents
Program local stations to satisfy sequences of operations
Develop and program BMS user interfaces
Perform systems integrations using a wide variety of protocols, including basic software
Ensure technologies are integrated and technically compliant with applicable standards
Communicate results to Controls Management, Controls Engineering, and others at EMC
Collaborate with the Controls team, field teams, customers, and multiple EMC departments
Navigate smart-building industry trends and help position EMC to capitalize on them
Implement advanced smart-building control solutions for EMC clients and potential clients
Execute projects and programs delivering ROI opportunities for customers
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Industrial Engineering and/or another related field
5+ years of system engineer or system integrator experience with at least one controls platform
5+ years in the building automation systems industry
5+ years of HVAC Automation/Controls Engineering or Data Analytics experience
Technical proficiency in A/C electrical circuits and low voltage D/C electrical circuits and operation
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and device data sheets
Familiarity with creating technical shop drawings, including riser diagrams
Strong communication, organization, leadership, technical, problem-solving, teamwork, and troubleshooting abilities
Knowledge of industry best practices
Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, lighting, and hardware systems
Programming proficiency with Niagara-based systems, including N4
Hands-on hardware and software troubleshooting experience
Experience integrating computer programs
Experience solving complicated problems
Experience with Niagara software and coding languages such as JavaScript and HTML
Experience with LED lighting, HVAC, and building management system (BMS) operation
Expertise leveraging IoT concepts and technology, building automation systems, and database programming
Ability to occasionally lift up to 20 pounds
Ability to climb stairs and/or ladders
Comfortable in customer-site and office settings
Willingness to travel up to 25% as needed

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal Opportunity Employer
Remote work designation
Travel up to 25% as needed