BAS Application Engineer

The BAS Application Engineer plans, organizes, manages, and monitors building automation controls projects from design through completion. This role produces detailed diagrams for automation systems, supports project managers with technical expertise, and collaborates closely with internal teams, field personnel, contractors, and sales to ensure projects are delivered accurately and on time. The position offers the opportunity to grow into a leadership role within the controls engineering team over time.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and manage building automation controls projects to ensure timely and successful completion.
• Produce detailed diagrams and documentation for building automation and control systems, including layouts and system schematics.
• Assist project managers in overseeing multiple projects, monitoring progress, and making necessary technical adjustments to keep projects on track.
• Advise internal teams using technical expertise in HVAC, electrical systems, and building automation controls.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, sales teams, and assigned project staff to support the timely completion of each project.
• Coordinate with field personnel, contractors, and internal stakeholders to clarify design requirements and resolve issues during project execution.
• Apply engineering principles to develop system layouts, select components and wire types, and support programming of building automation systems.
• Interpret and understand what needs to be designed for building controls based on project requirements and facility layouts.
• Utilize tools such as AutoCAD, Visio, and Revit to create and update design drawings and documentation.
• Support basic project management activities, including organizing project information, tracking deliverables, and communicating status updates.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of controls engineering processes and standards within the team.

• 2–7 years of industry experience in HVAC, building automation, industrial automation for facilities, or related electrical design.
• Previous work experience in HVAC, building automation, or industrial automation (facilities), OR previous experience in electrical design (building layout) using AutoCAD or Visio.
• Solid understanding of various types of HVAC systems and how they integrate with building automation controls.
• Solid understanding of electrical systems relevant to building controls and facility layouts.
• Knowledge of building automation and control systems, including system architecture and facility layout considerations.
• Ability to determine what needs to be designed for building controls based on project and facility requirements.
• Engineering experience with system layouts, component selection, wire selection, programming support, project management support, and design documentation.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or Visio for creating and modifying electrical and control system drawings.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for collaborating with project managers, sales, contractors, and internal teams.

• Revit experience for creating and coordinating building and system models.
• Familiarity with computer networking concepts as they relate to building automation systems.
• OSHA 10 Certification.
• Experience working with building automation systems and controls in a design-build environment.
• Interest in growing into a leadership role within a controls engineering team over time.

This is an on-site position working Monday through Friday with flexibility on start times. After approximately two years, there may be an opportunity for some hybrid work flexibility depending on performance and business needs. The role operates within a full-service design-build contracting environment focused on building automation and controls, collaborating closely with engineering, project management, and field teams. Some travel is required but occurs only occasionally, typically 3–4 times per year, to meet with subcontractors or participate in design reviews with clients. Travel durations are generally short, usually not more than a couple of days at a time.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Earth City, MO.

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $58.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Earth City,MO.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 2026.

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• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

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