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Position Overview
The Senior Systems Engineer is responsible for the design, engineering, and implementation of Building Automation Systems across commercial and institutional projects.
This role owns the engineering lifecycle—from submittals and control drawings through software, database architecture, and user interface design.
This position requires a highly self-sufficient engineer who can translate construction documents into clean, executable control systems, support field startup and commissioning, and deliver systems that are stable, maintainable, and trusted by operators.
Responsiblities And Duties
These responsibilities generally describe the nature of the position and may not be all inclusive:
Engineering & Design: Develop complete BAS submittals, including system architecture, sequences of operation, points lists, and network diagrams Produce clear, constructible control drawings and wiring diagrams Interpret construction documents, specifications, and intent into executable control strategies Ensure engineering designs are technically sound, consistent, and field-ready
Develop complete BAS submittals, including system architecture, sequences of operation, points lists, and network diagrams
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Produce clear, constructible control drawings and wiring diagrams
Interpret construction documents, specifications, and intent into executable control strategies
Ensure engineering designs are technically sound, consistent, and field-ready
Software & Programming: Design and implement BAS controller and supervisory software Develop and maintain reusable control logic and engineering standards Support system startup, testing, and optimization Diagnose and resolve complex software and sequence issues
Design and implement BAS controller and supervisory software
Develop and maintain reusable control logic and engineering standards
Support system startup, testing, and optimization
Diagnose and resolve complex software and sequence issues
Database Development: Build structured BAS databases, including points, alarms, trends, histories, and schedules Enforce naming conventions and long-term maintainability Optimize databases for performance, clarity, and serviceability
Build structured BAS databases, including points, alarms, trends, histories, and schedules
Enforce naming conventions and long-term maintainability
Optimize databases for performance, clarity, and serviceability
Technical Leadership & Field Support: Serve as a technical resource to technicians, project managers, and commissioning agents Support startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting of complex systems Review field feedback and adjust engineering designs as needed Contribute to standardization, templates, and best-practice documentation
Serve as a technical resource to technicians, project managers, and commissioning agents
Support startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting of complex systems
Review field feedback and adjust engineering designs as needed
Contribute to standardization, templates, and best-practice documentation
Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on emerging technologies and recommend advancements to enhance system capabilities. Identify opportunities for process improvement through automation.
Stay updated on emerging technologies and recommend advancements to enhance system capabilities.
Identify opportunities for process improvement through automation.
Skills And Abilites
Knowledge of plans and specifications
Knowledge of mechanical equipment
Proficiency in programming languages
Knowledge of industrial protocols (e.g., Modbus, BACnet, Ethernet/IP).
Working knowledge or Microsoft office tools
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
Education And Experience
6+ years in Building Automation/Controls Industry
Visio and CAD experience.
Mechanical engineering degree is beneficial but not necessary.
Demonstrated expertise in BAS submittals, control drawings, and system design
Advanced experience with BAS software, databases, and UI/graphics
Strong HVAC systems knowledge and controls sequencing capability
Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple projects
About Horwitz
Construction720 employeesFounded 1918
Horwitz is a privately held MEP contractor designing, building, and maintaining systems for commercial, industrial, and institutional clients.
