Controls Engineer
Job Description
Everforth invites experienced professionals to join as a Controls Engineer in Richardson, TX. This onsite role centers on hands-on work with building automation systems, spanning design, programming, and project coordination across commercial and industrial environments. Expect collaboration with project managers, contractors, and end users throughout the project lifecycle, with a clear path from concept to turnover.
Benefits
- 100% of medical insurance for the employee and their families paid (low deductible PPO)
- 401k program with 4% company match
- 7 paid holidays
- 2 weeks of vacation from the start
- Company take-home vehicle
- Gas card
- Company phone and laptop
Responsibilities
- Design BAS solutions aligned with project requirements
- Develop control drawings, system architecture, and sequences of operation
- Create points lists and equipment schedules
- Review mechanical and electrical documentation to ensure accurate system integration
- Select appropriate field devices, controllers, and network components
- Program controllers and develop system logic, graphics, alarms, and user interfaces
- Utilize Niagara N4 for system configuration and integration
- Configure communication protocols including BACnet IP and Modbus
- Collaborate with project managers, contractors, and end users throughout the project lifecycle
- Maintain organized documentation and version control for all system files
- Support system turnover activities, including client training
Requirements
- Minimum of five years of experience in BAS or HVAC controls engineering
- Experience with DDC, PLC, or ladder logic programming
- Familiarity with Niagara N4 environments
- Strong understanding of HVAC systems such as VAV, AHU, chillers, boilers, and VRF systems
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
- Working knowledge of BACnet and Modbus communication protocols
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Experience with design and documentation tools such as AutoCAD, Bluebeam, or Visio
Technologies
- Niagara N4
- BACnet
- Modbus
- AutoCAD
- Bluebeam
- Visio
- DDC
- PLC
- Ladder logic
Preferred Qualifications
- Niagara certification or equivalent BAS certifications
- Understanding of network infrastructure including IP addressing, switches, and VLANs
- Familiarity with energy optimization strategies and industry standards such as ASHRAE
- Experience integrating third-party systems into BAS environments