Controls Systems Engineer

Company: Dorsettcontrols
Location: Layton
Posted on: May 1, 2025

Job Description:

Job Title: Control Systems Engineer



Who we are:

Dorsett Controls is a leading provider of innovative automation solutions, specializing in custom control systems and services across a diverse range of industries, including HVAC controls and water/wastewater SCADA systems. With a commitment to precision, reliability, and cutting-edge technology, we help organizations optimize operations and enhance efficiency. At Dorsett Controls, our team is not only dedicated to delivering cutting-edge automation systems but also committed to continuous learning, career growth, and fostering a supportive and innovative work environment. We believe in the power of collaboration to drive transformation in automation technology across industries.



Join Us in Shaping the Future of Automation:

We're looking for an experienced and passionate Automation Engineer to help us continue delivering world-class automation systems to our customers. In this role, you'll play a critical part in designing, implementing, and supporting innovative automation solutions while directly contributing to the growth of our business and the success of our customers.

Perform HVAC Control systems design, programming, troubleshooting, installation, startup and commissioning in a wide variety of facilities from critical tolerance laboratories, manufacturing processes to office environments. Works with a variety of mechanical equipment and low-voltage components including protocol-based interfaces to connect and share data among related equipment to facilitate effective control of facilities and utility consumption.



What we offer:

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• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, EAP, FSA, HSA, LTD/STD insurance and wellness benefits. - - - -
• Career development: Opportunities for advancement and education reimbursement.
  
  Your Responsibilities:
  
  
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  • Layout HVAC controls for a variety of mechanical systems including creating drawings for panel fabrication, instrumentation and control device selection, installation details, sequences of operation, startup, testing and commissioning procedures and plans. - - - -
  • Program electronic controller devices, server databases and Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI) to create an effective and operational control scheme that maintains the specified level of control tolerance while ensuring efficient and safe operation of the mechanical equipment. - - - -
  • Create reports, historical profiles and trend logs for customer requirements. - - - -
  • Interfaces equipment such as VFDs, CRACs, VRF controllers, chillers and boilers using BACnet or Modbus protocols as required to effect a completely integrated control system. - - - -
  • Install control systems in new facilities and upgrade control systems in existing facilities as needed while connecting to the base-wide facility control system. - - - -
  • Troubleshoot communication and control issues as well as managing all displays, schedules, trend logs, alarms, etc. as requested by customer or specifying engineer. - - - -
  • Diagnose, repair, and calibrate sensors, controllers, actuators, and accessory devices. - - - -
  • Communicate effectively with other contractors and employees, customers, supervisors, and management. - - - -
  • Perform Job walks and provide estimating support to the sales team. - - - -
  • Assist with third party commissioning of controlled mechanical systems in new and renovated facilities. - - - -
  • Train other less experienced engineers and assist with any required customer training.
    
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    • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, computer engineering, industrial automation, or related field; OR an equivalent combination of 5 years of related education and experience in programming, installing, and maintaining networked HVAC controls systems. - - - -
    • Strong working knowledge of commercial networked HVAC controls systems - - - -
    • Working knowledge of BACnet and Modbus communications protocols with a minimum of 3 years' experience. - - - -
    • Excellent understanding of the commercial HVAC equipment operating principles, theory and control methodology used in hot/chilled water systems, DX and VRF systems, steam heating, boilers, VAV and other modular HVAC equipment. - - - -
    • A valid Driver's License issued by the State of Utah. - - - -
    • This position will regularly perform project work on Department of Defense facilities and must be capable of passing a pre-employment background check and post-employment background investigation necessary to be granted access to DOD facilities and secured computing (IT) equipment and networks. - - - -
    • Must receive a negative test result on a mandatory substance abuse test and will remain subject to random alcohol and drug testing as well as post-accident testing.
      
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      Must possess knowledge of and/or possess the ability to:
      
      
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      • Basic networking and interface protocols and how to share data across different devices. - - - -
      • Installation, programming, and networking of control equipment and third-party devices. - - - -
      • Standard practices and procedures in the design and installation of an HVAC control system connected to a site-wide building automation system. - - - -
      • Mechanical HVAC equipment and systems, and their design and operation. - - - -
      • Use of Microsoft Visio (or AutoDesk), Outlook, Word, and Excel applications software. - - - -
      • Use of Sharepoint and PROCORE software - - - -
      • Proper use of PPE and other safety equipment, and safety procedures and protocols. - - - -
      • Read and interpret control wiring and other electrical diagrams/schematics. - - - -
      • Modify control system sequences, including HMI graphics and database as required. - - - -
      • Configure alarms, including notifications as well as reports, trends and historical data archiving per engineer requirements. - - - -
      • Proficiently use computing equipment as needed to interact with a wide variety of control system components, back-up systems, cloud repositories, intranet and internet sites, online payroll systems, project management tools and other application software. - - - -
      • Trouble shoot and diagnose communication and other control issues with various types of controls and communications devices. - - - -
      • Diagnose complex control system issues when it is not easily determined where the problem lies (mechanical or controls) - - - -
      • Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical drawings.Ability to work efficiently, productively, and with minimal supervision.
        
        
        
        We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
        
        Compensation details: 75000-115000
        
        
        
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