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HVAC Controls Engineer

80K–105K
Onsite · Charlotte, North Carolina
Posted August 12, 2026
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Overview

We seek a hands-on Service Engineer / Controls Specialist to troubleshoot HVAC equipment and program building automation systems. This role involves servicing HVAC gear diagnosing controls and modifying PLC/DDC controllers. The ideal candidate will understand equipment behavior and control logic to resolve issues efficiently.

What You'll Do11

  • 1Troubleshoot HVAC equipment control systems hardware and software
  • 2Program and modify PLC and DDC controllers
  • 3Diagnose equipment and controls issues directly with customers
  • 4Perform control system inspections maintenance software updates and upgrades
  • 5Configure HMI user interface screens and control algorithms
  • 6Read and interpret P&IDs and sequences of operation
  • 7Conduct point-to-point checks functional testing calibration and tuning
  • 8Support control system startup commissioning field installation and controls discrepancies
  • 9Configure networks and equipment interfaces
  • 10Develop redlines test documentation and service reports
  • 11Provide technical support to service technicians and customers

Requirements10

  • 15+ years building automation experience
  • 2Platinum certification in controls
  • 3Python scripting language proficiency
  • 4Experience with Rockwell FactoryTalk RSLogix Studio 5000 PlantPAx Tridium Niagara Distech BACnet LON Eclypse Controllers Kepware OPC ThinManager VMware AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
  • 5Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems in commercial facilities
  • 6Ability to troubleshoot both physical HVAC equipment and control systems
  • 7Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering or related field
  • 8Proven track record of independent work at customer sites
  • 9Excellent customer-facing communication skills
  • 10Availability for on-call rotation and travel to customer facilities

Salary Insight

$80 - $105k per year

Location

Typeonsite
LocationCharlotte, North Carolina

Required Skills

HVAC equipment troubleshootingPLC programmingDDC controller programmingRockwell FactoryTalkTridium Niagara N4Johnson Controls MetasysSiemens ApogeePython scriptingReading P&IDsOn‑call rotation
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