{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"51744835a95e3ece72c89c8f","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/51744835a95e3ece72c89c8f","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/51744835a95e3ece72c89c8f","title":"Lead Design Engineer","description":"About Us:\nHeadquartered in Dallas, Texas, Divcon delivers fully integrated automation solutions nationwide that optimize performance, energy efficiency, and reliability across HVAC, lighting, power monitoring, and mission-critical systems. Leveraging advanced technologies - including Allen-Bradley PLCs, Ignition SCADA, and Delta DDC systems - we combine deep technical expertise with field-tested execution to deliver precise, scalable, and high-performance solutions.\n\nAbout the role:\nThe Lead Design Engineer provides advanced technical leadership and oversight for the design, documentation, and implementation of complex building automation and control systems for commercial, industrial, and mission-critical facilities. Building upon the Senior Design Engineer role, this position is responsible for guiding a team of Senior Design Engineers, ensuring engineering excellence, and driving consistency in design standards and execution.\nThis role serves as a key liaison between engineering leadership and project teams, ensuring high-quality deliverables, alignment with company standards, and continuous improvement of design processes. The Lead Design Engineer plays a critical role in advancing Divcon’s building automation capabilities through leadership, innovation, and cross-functional collaboration.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\nLeadership & Team Development\nLead, mentor, and provide technical oversight to a team of Senior Design Engineers.\nDeliver ongoing coaching, performance feedback, and professional development support.\nAssist the Design Engineering Manager in workload planning, project assignments, and resource allocation.\nReview and approve design deliverables to ensure technical accuracy, completeness, and compliance.\nEnsure team adherence to project schedules, milestones, and deliverable timelines.\nIdentify skill gaps and support development of training plans to enhance team capabilities.\nDrive adoption and enforcement of design standards, templates, and engineering best practices.\nTechnical Design & Project Execution\nLead the design and implementation of DDC control systems across all project phases, including pre-construction, installation, and closeout.\nOversee development of HVAC and building automation control system designs, including schematics, riser/network diagrams, panel layouts, and wiring details.\nTranslate mechanical and electrical plans/specifications into complete automation control designs.\nDevelop and review sequences of operation, control narratives, and system logic for complex systems.\nPrepare and review submittals, bills of material (BOMs), and device specifications.\nEngineer system architectures utilizing BACnet, Modbus, and IP-based networks.\nDesign and review custom control panels and support FAT/SAT and shop verification activities.\nApply NEC, NFPA, ASHRAE, UL, and related codes across all design deliverables.\nQuality, Coordination & Continuous Improvement\nConduct and oversee QA/QC reviews of drawings, submittals, and as-built documentation.\nGenerate and review RFIs to resolve design clarifications with internal teams and external stakeholders.\nCoordinate with Project Managers, construction teams, vendors, and customers to ensure project alignment and execution.\nSupport commissioning, troubleshooting, and system startup in collaboration with cross-functional teams.\nLead development and refinement of drawing standards, CAD templates, and design workflows.\nProvide input on product direction, tools, and process improvements in collaboration with engineering leadership.\nEnsure accurate and timely development of O&M closeout documentation from construction redlines.\n\nQualifications:\nBachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Controls Engineering, or related technical field (or equivalent experience).\nStrong proficiency in AutoCAD or AutoCAD Electrical for control system design and documentation.\nAdvanced understanding of HVAC systems, control sequences, and DDC integration.\nIn-depth knowledge of control communication protocols (BACnet, Modbus, LonWorks, etc.).\nWorking knowledge of applicable codes: NEC, NFPA, ASHRAE, UL 508A, and local energy codes.\nDemonstrated leadership, mentoring, or supervisory experience.\nExcellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.\nExperience\n7+ years of progressive experience in building automation, MEP design, or industrial controls.\nExtensive experience designing DDC architectures, system layouts, and control panels.\nProven experience reviewing and approving engineering deliverables.\nExperience supporting commissioning, startup, or system troubleshooting.\nPrior experience leading teams or overseeing engineering workflows required.\nPLC/HMI experience (Allen Bradley, Schneider, Siemens) a plus.\nP.E. or E.I.T. preferred but not required.","company":"Divcon Controls","rawCompany":"divcon controls","city":"Remote","state":"OR","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-04T23:27:35.361Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-9041.00","title":"Architectural and Engineering Managers","slug":"architectural-and-engineering-managers"},{"code":"17-2071.00","title":"Electrical Engineers","slug":"electrical-engineers"},{"code":"17-2141.00","title":"Mechanical Engineers","slug":"mechanical-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"238290","title":"Other Building Equipment Contractors","slug":"other-building-equipment-contractors"},{"code":"541310","title":"Architectural Services","slug":"architectural-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Lead Design Engineer","description":"About Us:\nHeadquartered in Dallas, Texas, Divcon delivers fully integrated automation solutions nationwide that optimize performance, energy efficiency, and reliability across HVAC, lighting, power monitoring, and mission-critical systems. Leveraging advanced technologies - including Allen-Bradley PLCs, Ignition SCADA, and Delta DDC systems - we combine deep technical expertise with field-tested execution to deliver precise, scalable, and high-performance solutions.\n\nAbout the role:\nThe Lead Design Engineer provides advanced technical leadership and oversight for the design, documentation, and implementation of complex building automation and control systems for commercial, industrial, and mission-critical facilities. Building upon the Senior Design Engineer role, this position is responsible for guiding a team of Senior Design Engineers, ensuring engineering excellence, and driving consistency in design standards and execution.\nThis role serves as a key liaison between engineering leadership and project teams, ensuring high-quality deliverables, alignment with company standards, and continuous improvement of design processes. 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