Syska Hennessy Group
A global consulting, engineering and commissioning firm for high‑performance built environments.
BMS/Smart Building Engineer III
Design and support BMS/Smart Building systems for diverse facilities.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The mid‑level BMS Engineer will create control designs, prepare BMS drawings, sequencing of operations, specifications and system‑design calculations, and support project execution under the guidance of a BMS design lead. Responsibilities include preparing integrated systems specifications for sectors such as aviation, critical facilities, finance, healthcare, pharmaceuticals and light industry, as well as reviewing submittals, RFIs, and generating equipment selection reports. • Prepare BMS drawings, operation sequences, specifications, and perform system design calculations. • Assist in equipment selection for building systems and author related reports. • Review submittals and RFIs to support project execution. • Attend project meetings and serve as liaison with clients and contractors. • Coordinate with internal PICs, project managers, site leaders, and practice area leaders. • Collaborate closely with mechanical, electrical, and plumbing design teams. • Develop control designs and integrated system specifications for sectors such as aviation, critical facilities, finance, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and light industry. • Travel nationwide to site locations and interact with internal and client personnel. • Participate in a 401(k) plan with generous employer match, professional development courses, incentive bonuses, and employee resource groups.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸bms drawings
- ▸control design
- ▸system calculations
- ▸equipment selection
- ▸submittal review
- ▸client liaison
What You Bring
The role requires close collaboration with internal PICs, project managers, site leaders, and the mechanical, electrical and plumbing design teams, as well as regular interaction with clients and contractors. Travel to project sites across the United States may be required to interface directly with stakeholders and state‑of‑the‑art facilities. Candidates should hold a bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (preferred) and have 18 months to 7+ years of experience in HVAC controls, BAS/BMS/EPMS/DCIM/SCADA design, implementation or operations. Required knowledge includes HVAC/electrical instrumentation design, building control sequences and building IT infrastructure. Strong communication, organization, teamwork abilities and the capacity to work independently in a fast‑paced environment are essential; EIT certification and active involvement with ASHRAE, CABA, or similar societies are a plus. • Hold a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (preferred). • Possess 18 months to 7+ years of experience in HVAC controls, BAS/BMS/EPMS/DCIM/SCADA design, implementation, or operations. • Demonstrate knowledge of HVAC/electrical instrumentation design, building control sequences, and building IT infrastructure. • Exhibit strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills; ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment. • Engineer‑In‑Training (EIT) certification and active participation in ASHRAE, CABA, or similar organizations are advantageous.
Requirements
- ▸engineering degree
- ▸hvac controls
- ▸bas/bms
- ▸eit
- ▸ashrae
- ▸teamwork
Benefits
Syska Hennessy Group is a global leader in consulting, engineering, and commissioning services for smart, mission-critical buildings with high-performance mechanical and electrical systems. The firm is hiring a performance-driven BMS/Smart Building Engineer / Consultant (II‑IV) for its Richmond, Chicago, or New York offices. Employees enjoy a supportive culture, diverse workforce, competitive compensation and a flexible schedule that includes four 9‑hour days in‑office and a 4‑hour remote Friday. Syska offers a robust benefits package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and supplemental insurance, a 401(k) plan with generous employer matching, professional development courses, incentive bonuses, employee resource groups, competitive PTO, transit/parking stipend and half‑day work‑from‑home Fridays. Salary ranges for the position are $90,851 – $136,277 USD, adjusted for location and candidate experience. • Receive comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and supplemental insurance coverage. • Enjoy competitive paid time off, transit/parking stipend, and half‑day work‑from‑home Fridays year‑round.
Work Environment
Hybrid