New Job Opening: Project Engineer in Rolling Meadows, IL

Job Description

A Project Engineer / Controls Engineer / Lead Engineer is required to join an industry leader in Chicago, IL.

The successful Project Engineer / Controls Engineer / Lead Engineer will come from a background of designing, engineering, and delivering advanced building automation and energy management systems, preferably with Niagara Framework.

Package:

$68k – 124k (dependent on experience and tenure)

Bonus Scheme

401k

Life Insurance

PTO

Car Allowance

Overtime

Project Engineer / Controls Engineer / Lead Engineer Responsibilities:

• Design and engineer building automation and energy management systems based on energy codes and project specifications


• Analyze building control and mechanical system performance at both the system and campus level


• Develop project-specific programming solutions to improve building efficiency


• Build custom user interfaces (front ends) to enhance end-user interaction with the system


• Interface with customers, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal project teams


• Program complex DDC and PLC systems to meet project requirements


• Participate in project financial tracking, including monthly audits and close-out reviews


• Provide input on engineering standards and support continuous improvement efforts

Project Engineer / Controls Engineer / Lead Engineer Requirements:

• Degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical preferred; other disciplines welcome)


• Exposure to electronics and electrical circuit basics


• Understanding of basic programming concepts


• Hands-on experience with mechanical systems


• Familiarity with Direct Digital Controls (DDC) theory and applications


•  Local travel up to 50% (mileage reimbursed)


• Office and field-based; site visits may involve construction/outdoor conditions and ladder use


• Resides within 45 minutes of Chicago, IL