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Building Automation Controls Design Engineer

Johnson Barrow

Orange, CA 92865 • $90,000 to $100,000 / yr • 11/14/2026

Job Description

Job Description
Build smarter buildings with DMG SC

At DMG’s Service and Controls division (DMG SC), we deliver highquality, local support for the products DMG represents. Our Controls Team partners with customers to finetune their equipment through customized, userfriendly automation solutions. We’re adding a Building Automation Controls Design Engineer to help lead project execution. Occasional travel to project sites across DMG’s territory will be part of your rhythm.

A day in the life

Morning standups align you with project managers and field teams. You turn plans and specs into clear, accepted engineering designs, keep RFIs moving, and guide stakeholders toward design signoff. Afternoons might include producing submittalsnetwork topologies, mechanical system layouts, control wiring schematics, BAS panel layouts, bills of materials, sequences of operation, and mechanical schedulesso every document ties back to contract requirements. Preconstruction windows are your time to perform takeoffs and shape controls design estimates for RFP responses.

What you’ll lead
  • Serve as technical execution lead delivering building automation and energy management solutions across multiple vertical markets
  • Engineer designs from plans/specifications, manage RFIs, and drive design acceptance with project stakeholders
  • Develop comprehensive submittals: network architecture, mechanical layouts, control wiring diagrams, BAS panel layouts, BOMs, sequences of operation, and mechanical schedules aligned to plans, specs, and contracts
  • Perform takeoffs during preconstruction to estimate controls scope and support competitive RFP proposals
Minimum qualifications
  • 3+ years of Building Automation Systems engineering experience
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office; Visio and AutoCAD experience preferred
Preferred qualifications
  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical circuit diagrams
  • Experience with Tridium Niagara
  • Background in new construction projects
Compensation and benefits

Base salary starting at $90,000, commensurate with experience.

You’ll enjoy excellent health benefits, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, paid holidays, and flexible scheduling. You’ll also join a supportive, handson manager and a fantastic team that takes pride in delivering results.