Applications Engineer – Building Automation and HVAC Controls
Compensation
$70k – $85k /yr
Employment type
Full-time
Work setting
On-site
Location
Joliet, IL
Schedule
Day shift
Posted
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Job overview
The Applications Engineer – Building Automation and HVAC Controls role is an onsite position in Joliet, IL. Compensation is $70,000–$85,000 per year. The role supports a client offering building controls, HVAC, electrical, sheet metal, commissioning, and variable-frequency-drive services focused on efficiency, comfort, and energy savings. The engineer translates project requirements and mechanical specifications into building automation and direct digital control solutions. By designing control strategies, selecting components, documenting systems, and supporting integration and commissioning, the role helps deliver systems tailored to client needs and long-term operation.
What you'll do
- Translate project requirements and mechanical specifications into BAS or DDC solutions
- develop control sequences, points lists, network architecture, and system layouts
- select controllers, sensors, actuators, and other control hardware
- create submittals, bills of materials, control diagrams, and technical documentation
- assist with BACnet and Modbus integrations
- provide technical support and troubleshoot application or system issues
- assist with programming, graphics, startup, and commissioning
- coordinate with project managers, programmers, technicians, customers, and consulting engineers.
What we're looking for
- Skills & competencies
- applications engineerbuilding automationhvac controlsjoliet ilespo corporationbasddcbacnetmodbuscontrol systemshvac$70k–$85ktechnical support
- Work arrangement
- Weekend coverage required
Benefits & perks
- PTO, group health and dental insurance, and 401(k) after applicable waiting periods.
Why this role
Building automation and controls focus, including commercial HVAC equipment and BAS platforms such as Tridium Niagara, Schneider EcoStruxure, Siemens Desigo, or Johnson Controls Metasys.
About the employer
ESPO Corporation is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.
Additional details
- Industry sector
- 54
- Industry
- Engineering Services
- Occupation code
- 17-2071.00
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