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CRB · 1 day ago

Automation Engineer III (BAS)

Rockville, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$105K/yr - $140K/yr

5+ years exp

CRB is a leading provider of sustainable Engineering, Architecture, Construction and Consulting solutions to the global life sciences and food and beverage industries. As an Automation Engineer III specializing in Building Automation Systems, you will lead the design, implementation, and commissioning of integrated control systems for complex building environments.

BiotechnologyConstructionConsultingWeb Design

Responsibilities

Develop control system architecture and detailed design documents for BAS, including HVAC, lighting, energy management, and environmental monitoring systems

Specify and configure DDC controllers, instrumentation, and network infrastructure

Create control logic framework, sequences of operation, and integration strategies for third-party systems (e.g., fire alarm, security, BMS)

Conduct site surveys and assessments to provide formal recommendations of controls solutions and strategies

Develop detailed specifications and design documentation for BAS programming, configuration, and commissioning activities

Perform site acceptance testing, troubleshooting, and validation to ensure compliance with design specifications and industry standards

Interface with clients to gather requirements, present technical solutions, and provide training and support

Collaboration with architects, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineers to provide a seamless control strategy

Mentor junior engineers and contribute to internal standards and best practices

Prepare and maintain accurate documentation including specifications, control narratives, wiring diagrams, and commissioning reports

Ensure systems comply with relevant codes, standards (ASHRAE, NFPA, ISA, IBC, OSHA), and sustainability goals (LEED, WELL)

Qualification

BAS designImplementationHVAC systemsDDC controllers programmingBAS platforms proficiencyControl theoryNetwork protocolsAutoCAD proficiencyRevit proficiencyMicrosoft Office proficiencyBluebeam proficiencyClient collaborationMentoring junior engineersDocumentation skills

Required

Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Experience: 5–8 years of experience in BAS design and implementation, preferably in regulated industries (e.g., pharma, biotech)

Proficiency in BAS platforms (e.g., Siemens Desigo, Tridium Niagara, Honeywell EBI, Johnson Controls Metasys)

Strong understanding of HVAC systems, control theory, and network protocols (BACnet, Modbus, LonWorks)

Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Microsoft Office suite, and Bluebeam

Experience with programming DDC controllers and configuring HMI/graphics interfaces

Benefits

Complete and competitive benefit package designed to meet individual and family needs

Company

CRB

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CRB is a leading provider of sustainable engineering, architecture, construction and consulting solutions to the global life sciences and food & beverage industries.

Founded in 1984

Basel, Basel-Stadt, CHE

1001-5000 employees