{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"541b02a9fc52929a3da54d87","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/541b02a9fc52929a3da54d87","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/541b02a9fc52929a3da54d87","title":"Lead Systems Engineer","description":"As a master system integrator (MSI), Smart Tech Contracting excels in streamlining complex building automation system (BAS) and technology integrations, offering a comprehensive turnkey package that includes DDC, PLC, and SCADA solutions.\n\nWe offer systems design, graphical standards development, central plant optimization (CPO), enterprise-level energy and operational monitoring, and robust alarming solutions. Our expertise in hyperscale and colocation data center integrations ensures seamless, efficient operations vital in today's data-driven world.\n\nPosition Title: Lead Systems Engineer\nPosition Location: Remote - work virtually from anywhere in the United States\n\nSALARY\nSmart Tech Contracting recognizes salary ranges from job boards do not necessarily reflect our pay ranges. In many instances we out-compete those ranges for well-qualified candidates.\n\nJOB SUMMARY\nThe Lead Systems Engineer provides leadership, expertise, and delegates work for design document deliverables for building automation system (BAS), electrical power monitoring system (EPMS), and software integration design projects in hyperscale data center and similar mission critical / technology sectors.\n\nThe Lead Systems Engineer will work with internal and external MEP/FP trade engineers, equipment representatives, product vendors, and BIM / Revit / AutoCAD production resources.\n\nThe Lead Systems Engineer will be self-directed on day-to-day work and receive high level instruction on new projects, tasks or assignments. Will execute and lead teams and projects, tasks or assignments of complex scope. This role also will coordinate activities of other personnel and serve as a people manager.\n\nThis person will communicate and operate in line with organizational goals / values, and departmental objectives.\n\nESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS\n\nDevelop and Execute Building Automation Systems Engineering Solutions (55%)\nServe as client program lead, project trade lead, and SME for the BAS and EPMS scope for one or more projects and / or programs.\nDevelop client standards, basis of design (BOD), perform feasibility studies, and assist clients with building automation roadmaps\nLead designs for DDC and PLC based BAS and EPMS systems\nDesign controls network / system architecture including IT / OT requirements\nSelect instrumentation, sensors, actuators, valves and other field devices\nCoordinate with equipment, system, and product vendors for building automation interface requirements\nCreate and review project book and sheet specifications\nCreate and review sequence of operations\nCreate and review system diagrams and point / alarm lists\nWork closely with client IT departments for network design, interface details, and security requirements\nProvide direction on engineering production aspects with internal and external Revit / BIM resources\nConstruction Related Process, Deliverables and Submissions (15%)\nAccountable for design document deliverables for design phases including Schematic Design (SD), Design Development (DD), Issue For Permit (IFP), Issue For Construction (IFC)\nLead planning and execution of Construction Administration (CA) phase activities remote and on site\nLead building automation focused design reviews and page turns\nParticipate in internal and external quality control and peer reviews\nLead internal and external project meeting discussions on engineering scope\nReporting and Communication (15%)\nManage project communication and reporting\nPrepare project progress reports for internal and external stakeholders\nManage personal hours using company tools\nPeople Manager (15%)\nImplement and monitor team objectives to meet set goals.\nManage and execute departmental or organizational projects, ensuring alignment with departmental focus.\nEnsure employee adherence to company policies and procedures, serve as the first stop for employee questions on workplace rules and practices.\nDirect team members clearly, maintaining consistency with organizational objectives.\nDevelop team efficiency and prioritization strategies.\nFacilitate team member development through targeted coaching.\nResolve conflicts within the team, promoting a collaborative atmosphere.\nPerform routine performance evaluations and 1:1 meetings, offering feedback and defining objectives.\nParticipate in organizational strategy discussions to synchronize departmental and company goals.\nFoster interdepartmental communication to enhance organizational understanding.\nAlign team efforts with overarching company strategies.\nCommunicate details effectively to all stakeholders.\nOptimize resource management and task assignments within the team.\nAdapt resource allocation in response to project demands and departmental needs.\nCultivate a team environment that encourages cooperation and collective problem-solving.\nAssist with team and departmental hiring and recruiting processes.\n\nCompletion of Assigned Tasks and Deliverables on Time and on Budget\nPerforms Other Related Duties as Assigned\n\nPOSITION REQUIREMENTS (ADVANCED LEVEL FOR ALL THE FOLLOWING)\nSkilled in navigating clients through BAS project designs including identification of standards, needs, and option evaluation\nSkilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail\nSkilled at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management\nSkilled in designing BAS and EPMS packages\nKnowledge of construction design process, stakeholders, deliverables\nKnowledge of code requirements and energy guidelines related to BAS designs\nKnowledge of data center HVAC applications and BAS control strategies including chilled water plants\nKnowledge of IoT and smart building solutions\nKnowledge of Networking including Addressing, VLANs, LANs, Switches and Routers\nKnowledge of open-source protocols (BACnet, Modbus and SNMP)\nKnowledge of DDC systems used in building automation designs\nKnowledge of PLC systems used in building automation designs\nOrganizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously\nAbility to leverage AI and emerging technologies to streamline workflows, optimize operational processes, and contribute to company-wide innovation\nAbility to work successfully in a remote environment through effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness and resourcefulness in a distraction free workspace\nAbility to follow company and site safety requirements\nAbility to analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondence\nAbility to communicate effectively in both oral and written form (technical and non-technical information)\nAbility to communicate effectively directly with clients and at times serve as primary point of client contact\nAbility to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with moderate supervision\nAbility to work under pressure and meet close deadlines\nAbility to effectively plan and delegate the work of others\nAbility to mentor and train junior engineers\n\nPHYSICAL DEMANDS\n\nThe following physical demands must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\n\nWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is\nFrequently manipulating, moving or grasping small parts, devices or tools\nFrequently required to remain in a stationary position\nFrequently moving through office, critical facility and other environments (such as low temperatures, high temperatures and outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind), including tight and confined spaces\nFrequently descending / ascending stairs and ladders to access equipment\nOn occasion the employee may be required to position self under or over equipment\nOn occasion the employee may move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds\n\nTRAVEL / RELOCATION REQUIREMENTS\nUp to 15%, this may include travel to any or all 50 US states\nEffective May 7, 2025, and in accordance with U.S. federal regulations for domestic air travel, a valid REAL ID (or an acceptable alternative, such as a passport) is required for travel associated with this position.\nTravel may involve transportation by car or plane depending on the destination and nature of the business need.\nTravel is defined as physically leaving home on behalf of business activities including but not limited to client sites, meetings with other employees, meetings for business development purposes, running errands on behalf of the business, attending industry conferences, etc.\n\nEDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS\nBachelor’s degree in engineering, construction or related discipline\nOR\nTwo years of experience with hands-on installation, testing, validation and troubleshooting of controls infrastructure\nPLUS\nMinimum eight years of additional experience with BAS and EPMS design\nAt least half of this experience should be with hyperscale or colocation data center projects\n\nBENEFITS\nChoice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)\nDental and vision plans\nComprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26\n401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option\nPTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year\nCompany paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents\nShort and long-term disability, AD&D coverage\nProfessional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance\nPaid parental leave after one year of employment\nWe are an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and participate in the E-Verify program with the Department of Homeland Security. We encourage diversity in our workforce. Are you ready to challenge yourself and redefine standards in the AEC industry? Apply now and join our award-winning team!\n\nNOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:\nWe do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. This includes any resumes or candidate profiles submitted without a signed agreement in place and without a specific request for assistance with a particular role. Any such submissions—including those sent directly to our team members—will be considered property of our company, and we reserve the right to hire the candidate without any obligation for payment or fees.","company":"Smart Tech Contracting","rawCompany":"smart tech contracting","city":"Remote","state":"OR","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-15T12:05:54.331Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-9041.00","title":"Architectural and Engineering Managers","slug":"architectural-and-engineering-managers"},{"code":"11-9021.00","title":"Construction Managers","slug":"construction-managers"},{"code":"15-1241.01","title":"Telecommunications Engineering Specialists","slug":"telecommunications-engineering-specialists"}],"industries":[{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"238290","title":"Other Building Equipment Contractors","slug":"other-building-equipment-contractors"},{"code":"541690","title":"Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services","slug":"other-scientific-and-technical-consulting-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Lead Systems Engineer","description":"As a master system integrator (MSI), Smart Tech Contracting excels in streamlining complex building automation system (BAS) and technology integrations, offering a comprehensive turnkey package that includes DDC, PLC, and SCADA solutions.\n\nWe offer systems design, graphical standards development, central plant optimization (CPO), enterprise-level energy and operational monitoring, and robust alarming solutions. Our expertise in hyperscale and colocation data center integrations ensures seamless, efficient operations vital in today's data-driven world.\n\nPosition Title: Lead Systems Engineer\nPosition Location: Remote - work virtually from anywhere in the United States\n\nSALARY\nSmart Tech Contracting recognizes salary ranges from job boards do not necessarily reflect our pay ranges. In many instances we out-compete those ranges for well-qualified candidates.\n\nJOB SUMMARY\nThe Lead Systems Engineer provides leadership, expertise, and delegates work for design document deliverables for building automation system (BAS), electrical power monitoring system (EPMS), and software integration design projects in hyperscale data center and similar mission critical / technology sectors.\n\nThe Lead Systems Engineer will work with internal and external MEP/FP trade engineers, equipment representatives, product vendors, and BIM / Revit / AutoCAD production resources.\n\nThe Lead Systems Engineer will be self-directed on day-to-day work and receive high level instruction on new projects, tasks or assignments. Will execute and lead teams and projects, tasks or assignments of complex scope. This role also will coordinate activities of other personnel and serve as a people manager.\n\nThis person will communicate and operate in line with organizational goals / values, and departmental objectives.\n\nESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS\n\nDevelop and Execute Building Automation Systems Engineering Solutions (55%)\nServe as client program lead, project trade lead, and SME for the BAS and EPMS scope for one or more projects and / or programs.\nDevelop client standards, basis of design (BOD), perform feasibility studies, and assist clients with building automation roadmaps\nLead designs for DDC and PLC based BAS and EPMS systems\nDesign controls network / system architecture including IT / OT requirements\nSelect instrumentation, sensors, actuators, valves and other field devices\nCoordinate with equipment, system, and product vendors for building automation interface requirements\nCreate and review project book and sheet specifications\nCreate and review sequence of operations\nCreate and review system diagrams and point / alarm lists\nWork closely with client IT departments for network design, interface details, and security requirements\nProvide direction on engineering production aspects with internal and external Revit / BIM resources\nConstruction Related Process, Deliverables and Submissions (15%)\nAccountable for design document deliverables for design phases including Schematic Design (SD), Design Development (DD), Issue For Permit (IFP), Issue For Construction (IFC)\nLead planning and execution of Construction Administration (CA) phase activities remote and on site\nLead building automation focused design reviews and page turns\nParticipate in internal and external quality control and peer reviews\nLead internal and external project meeting discussions on engineering scope\nReporting and Communication (15%)\nManage project communication and reporting\nPrepare project progress reports for internal and external stakeholders\nManage personal hours using company tools\nPeople Manager (15%)\nImplement and monitor team objectives to meet set goals.\nManage and execute departmental or organizational projects, ensuring alignment with departmental focus.\nEnsure employee adherence to company policies and procedures, serve as the first stop for employee questions on workplace rules and practices.\nDirect team members clearly, maintaining consistency with organizational objectives.\nDevelop team efficiency and prioritization strategies.\nFacilitate team member development through targeted coaching.\nResolve conflicts within the team, promoting a collaborative atmosphere.\nPerform routine performance evaluations and 1:1 meetings, offering feedback and defining objectives.\nParticipate in organizational strategy discussions to synchronize departmental and company goals.\nFoster interdepartmental communication to enhance organizational understanding.\nAlign team efforts with overarching company strategies.\nCommunicate details effectively to all stakeholders.\nOptimize resource management and task assignments within the team.\nAdapt resource allocation in response to project demands and departmental needs.\nCultivate a team environment that encourages cooperation and collective problem-solving.\nAssist with team and departmental hiring and recruiting processes.\n\nCompletion of Assigned Tasks and Deliverables on Time and on Budget\nPerforms Other Related Duties as Assigned\n\nPOSITION REQUIREMENTS (ADVANCED LEVEL FOR ALL THE FOLLOWING)\nSkilled in navigating clients through BAS project designs including identification of standards, needs, and option evaluation\nSkilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail\nSkilled at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management\nSkilled in designing BAS and EPMS packages\nKnowledge of construction design process, stakeholders, deliverables\nKnowledge of code requirements and energy guidelines related to BAS designs\nKnowledge of data center HVAC applications and BAS control strategies including chilled water plants\nKnowledge of IoT and smart building solutions\nKnowledge of Networking including Addressing, VLANs, LANs, Switches and Routers\nKnowledge of open-source protocols (BACnet, Modbus and SNMP)\nKnowledge of DDC systems used in building automation designs\nKnowledge of PLC systems used in building automation designs\nOrganizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously\nAbility to leverage AI and emerging technologies to streamline workflows, optimize operational processes, and contribute to company-wide innovation\nAbility to work successfully in a remote environment through effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness and resourcefulness in a distraction free workspace\nAbility to follow company and site safety requirements\nAbility to analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondence\nAbility to communicate effectively in both oral and written form (technical and non-technical information)\nAbility to communicate effectively directly with clients and at times serve as primary point of client contact\nAbility to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with moderate supervision\nAbility to work under pressure and meet close deadlines\nAbility to effectively plan and delegate the work of others\nAbility to mentor and train junior engineers\n\nPHYSICAL DEMANDS\n\nThe following physical demands must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\n\nWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is\nFrequently manipulating, moving or grasping small parts, devices or tools\nFrequently required to remain in a stationary position\nFrequently moving through office, critical facility and other environments (such as low temperatures, high temperatures and outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind), including tight and confined spaces\nFrequently descending / ascending stairs and ladders to access equipment\nOn occasion the employee may be required to position self under or over equipment\nOn occasion the employee may move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds\n\nTRAVEL / RELOCATION REQUIREMENTS\nUp to 15%, this may include travel to any or all 50 US states\nEffective May 7, 2025, and in accordance with U.S. federal regulations for domestic air travel, a valid REAL ID (or an acceptable alternative, such as a passport) is required for travel associated with this position.\nTravel may involve transportation by car or plane depending on the destination and nature of the business need.\nTravel is defined as physically leaving home on behalf of business activities including but not limited to client sites, meetings with other employees, meetings for business development purposes, running errands on behalf of the business, attending industry conferences, etc.\n\nEDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS\nBachelor’s degree in engineering, construction or related discipline\nOR\nTwo years of experience with hands-on installation, testing, validation and troubleshooting of controls infrastructure\nPLUS\nMinimum eight years of additional experience with BAS and EPMS design\nAt least half of this experience should be with hyperscale or colocation data center projects\n\nBENEFITS\nChoice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)\nDental and vision plans\nComprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26\n401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option\nPTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year\nCompany paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents\nShort and long-term disability, AD&D coverage\nProfessional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance\nPaid parental leave after one year of employment\nWe are an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and participate in the E-Verify program with the Department of Homeland Security. We encourage diversity in our workforce. Are you ready to challenge yourself and redefine standards in the AEC industry? Apply now and join our award-winning team!\n\nNOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:\nWe do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. This includes any resumes or candidate profiles submitted without a signed agreement in place and without a specific request for assistance with a particular role. Any such submissions—including those sent directly to our team members—will be considered property of our company, and we reserve the right to hire the candidate without any obligation for payment or fees.","datePosted":"2026-07-15T12:05:54.331Z","dateModified":"2026-07-15T12:05:54.331Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Tech Contracting","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Remote","addressRegion":"OR","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"541b02a9fc52929a3da54d87"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/541b02a9fc52929a3da54d87"}}