HVAC Controls Design Engineer

Description

The HVAC Controls Design Engineer position assists the Sales and Engineering Teams with estimating, engineering, and HVAC controls design on commercial HVAC projects. The engineer works alongside the Sales Team, Design Engineers, and customers within the Design/Build construction process from concept through construction design, and provides support to the Project Management team throughout construction. The HVAC Controls Design Engineer may also represent Hunter‑Davisson for bid presentations and weekly design meetings.

1800 SE Pershing Street, Portland, OR 97202

Note:

This position is not approved for remote work and is expected to travel to customer sites, including out‑of‑town locations, as needed.

This role is based in an office setting with required site visits throughout the project life cycle.

• Generate control points lists.
• Generate, review and assist with sequence of operations for mechanical systems.
• Produce control riser diagrams, floor plans with circuit loop routing, and control system schematics.
• Review third‑party or other team member control drawings and provide feedback.
• Provide feedback to the Sales team for scope of work and estimating.
• Create accurate estimates and proposals for controls according to intended scope.
• Proactively review project scope and identify required resources to achieve project goals.
• Integrate the HVAC control system design with the engineered mechanical design.
• Select control equipment, request and review submittals.
• Assemble packages of plans, control submittals, points lists, panel termination drawings and specifications for permit and construction.
• Submit plans for permit to various jurisdictions.
• Coordinate scope of work with subcontractors.
• Transition projects from engineering into construction.
• Review graphics prepared by Controls Design Integrator prior to construction completion.
• Prepare commissioning documents, perform commissioning, and develop commissioning reports upon project completion.
• Provide technical support to the Service Department as needed.
• Act as controls technical resource.
• Collaborate with Sales Team and Construction Operations Manager to review new ideas, problems, and concepts to increase department effectiveness.
• Obtain quotes when requested by sales.
• Maintain currency with Hunter‑Davisson standards, HVAC systems, and building codes.
• Maintain all applicable licenses and accreditations.
• Oversee, mentor, and work with less experienced control engineers and design engineers; assist in their overall development.
• Provide technical support for design engineers.
• Oversee and work with drafters and detailers.
• Maintain the electronic project files on the Q‑drive and initial population of the J‑drive.
• Develop standard control details and standard construction details.
• Attend design development meetings.
• Provide field coordination and support as needed.
• Perform site visits at various stages of a project.
• Attend all company, office, and department meetings.
• Proactively engage in all aspects of the company safety program.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the commercial HVAC industry.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience relevant to the HVAC controls engineer position.
• Professional Engineer license preferred.
• Honeywell Niagara N4 certification required.
• Ability to draft own design in AutoCAD and/or Revit.
• Knowledgeable of and able to apply current building, mechanical, and energy code.
• Proficient in computers; programs include Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, PDF writer such as Bluebeam, and will become proficient in Vista Construction Management software.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills with internal and external customers.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Excellent attention to detail, time management, project management, and organizational skills.
• Continuous self‑improvement and proactive mindset.
• Willing to work in both a team setting as well as individually.
• Flexible, accommodating, and adaptable to constant change.

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Occasionally climb up and down ladders, scaffolds, and other climbing devices.
• Ability to maintain focus while multitasking and continuously be aware of surroundings.

• 401(k) plan
• Paid holidays and vacations
• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance
• Profit sharing
• Employee Stock Ownership

Drug free, Smoke free, and proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• Commercial HVAC
• Professional Engineer
• Honeywell Niagara N4 (optional)

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Construction