Controls Applications Engineer - Pacific Northwest

Join the world's largest HVAC company, named by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers 2025!

DaikinApplied isseekinga talented and eagerBuildingControls Application Engineer.This position provides technicalexpertiseon all Daikin Building Automation Systems (BAS, "controls"), including design, programming, implementation, commissioning, and troubleshooting of complex BAS installations. This position will execute special BAS projects, provide leadership and mentorship to the BAS technical team members, provide R&D for Daikin BAS standards, and perform high level service and troubleshooting of BAS installations.

If you are a highly motivated and skilledBuilding Controls Application Engineerwithexpertisein Niagara and a passion for working with customers and teams to designcutting-edgebuilding automation systems, we encourage you to apply for this role.Come bea part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!

Location:Hybrid:Onsite with customers, in office and remote as needed.

Whatyou will do:

• Niagara 4: Support, develop, and implement Niagarabasedsystems,programsand graphicsto meet clientor designrequirements. Troubleshoot andoptimizeexisting programs as needed.

• Design BAS systems (including flow and wiring diagrams, bill of materials, and sequence of operations) based on customer requirements or MEP design documentation. Develop engineered submittal and O&M drawings and documentation using industry standard CAD programs. 

• Building Automation System Implementation: Oversee installing subcontractors for scope and quality control. Perform point-to-point verification and troubleshooting. Perform BAS startup and commissioning activities to deliver a complete system to the client.

• Network Technologies: Design, implement and troubleshoot OT networks as they relate to BAS and other building technologies. Advise DAA and DAA's clients on OT architecture to provide secure and resilient network connectivity for DAA equipment and BAS offerings. 

• Technical Sales and Operational Support: Provide technical support to District Service personnel and clients for building controls applications.Assistin resolving complex technical issues and provide guidance on system integration. Provide direct Controls Project Development and Service Sales support to sales members throughout the Division as needed.

• Documentation: Create andmaintaindetailed documentation for control programs, system designs, and library updates. Ensure that all documentation is organized and accessible for reference.

• Training: Develop and deliver training programs forDaikin BAS engineers, technicians, and other team membersto enhance their understanding of Niagara 4 programming,OT networking,building automation systemsand their implementation and troubleshooting.Conduct regular training sessions both in-person and remotely. 
   

What’sin it for you: 

• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage, PTO, 401K match, support for community involvement and much more.

• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth.

• The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 8+ years relatedexperience includingBAS. Preferable experience in design, programming, graphics, implementation, and troubleshooting. 

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electricalengineering, Computer Science, or relatedexperience. In lieu of degree,willconsideradditionalwork experience.

• Proven experience inprogramming buildingautomation control applications.

• Strong knowledge ofCommercial and IndustrialHVAC systemsand their operation.

• Familiarity with building automation protocols (BACnet, Modbus, etc.).

• Ability to travel as needed to support District Service offices.

• Demonstratedexpertisein BAS design, programming, graphics creation, startup, and troubleshooting.
   

Preferred Qualifications:

• 10+ years, Niagara 4TCPor Extended TCP.

• Daikin product knowledge.

• 3rd party integrations.

• Expertisein common BAS protocols - BACnet, MODBUS.

• Expertisein implementing and servicing OT networks with OSI layer 2 and layer 3 management. 

Benefits - Daikin Applied offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: 

• Multiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance.

• 401K retirement plan with employer contributions matching 100% of the first 3% of employee contributions and 50% on the next 2% of employee contributions.

• Company provided life insurance + optional employee paid voluntary life insurance, dependent life coverage and voluntary accident coverage.

• Short term and long term disability.

• 88 hours company paid holidays.

• 120 hours of paid time off for new employees. Vacation accrues on a monthly basis, unless applicable federal, state and local law requires a faster accrual.

• Paid sick time in accordance of the federal, state and local law.

• Paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service.

The typical salary for this position ranges from $109,000 - $177,000 in the Seattle, WA area + 10% bonus incentive target. The range displayed represents the pay range for positions in the job grade which this position falls. Individual base pay will depend on a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.