Building Automation Engineer

With more than 100 years of steady growth, UMC is proud to offer an environment where continuous learning, collaboration, and innovation are part of everyday work. We empower team members through hands-on experience, supportive training, advanced technology, and creative problem-solving. Our people are knowledgeable, trusted, and committed to doing what's right-for our clients, our teams, and our communities.

We recognize that our people are the foundation of our success. At UMC, we are intentional about fostering a culture where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and supported. We bring together talented individuals from across the region to form high-performing teams in design, engineering, project management, and business services.

Let UMC be the next step in your career-where your well-being, work-life balance, and growth matter.

Application Process:

UMC uses an electronic application process for open positions. Required documents may include a resume, cover letter, references, and work authorization confirmation. Online assessments may be included as part of the candidate evaluation process.

Benefits Summary:

UMC offers a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, including:

1. Medical, dental, and vision insurance
2. 401(k) plan with company match
3. Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
4. Company-paid life and disability insurance (STD/LTD)
5. Paid Time Off (PTO) beginning at 120 hours annually for full-time employees
6. Seven paid holidays plus one floating holiday
7. Employee Assistance Program
8. Professional development support and tuition reimbursement
9. Employee referral program
10. Wellness program and employee events

Paid Time Off:

Eligible employees begin accruing PTO on their date of hire. PTO combines vacation and sick leave, starting at 15 days per year for full-time employees. UMC also follows Washington State Sick Leave guidelines, providing one hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked.

Starting Salary Range: $80,000 - $110,000; depending on experience

Location: Lynnwood, WA

Classification: Exempt

Must be eligible to work in the U.S. - Sponsorship not available

Position Overview:

Design and configure controls systems. Provide basic level software from pre-engineered software designs and more complex software designs. Prepare control drawings, valve and damper schedules and submittal packages. Prepare system start-up packages.

Key Responsibilities:

1. CAD Design and configure control systems as defined by project specifications.
2. Select and install control products, components, applications, and systems.
3. Create reusable, field-tested standards/ review and revise systems for submission to the standards library/ coordinate with estimators and management to maintain the standard library's integrity.
4. Assist/coordinate RFI's with the Project Manager.
5. Prepare/ review submittals.
6. Collaborate with other Engineers and Controls Specialist to define software needs and develop testing and commissioning plans.
7. Provide technical coordination on projects.
8. Lead engineering teams on large, complex building control projects.
9. Provide start-up and commissioning support.
10. Provide engineering support including specification review and creation of points list, contract controls diagrams, and sequence of operations.
11. Prepare shop and installation drawings.
12. Prepare bill of materials.
13. Collaborate with the COM, Project Manager, Engineers, and support staff.
14. Coordinate with Project Manager on special requirements addressed during the submittal process including TCP sizes, layouts/locations, special mounting requirements, home runs, and other installation needs.
15. Provide technical assessment/ review of project plans/ scope.
16. Interpret project technical requirements and system applicability, software, and user interface.
17. Adhere to technical standards, procedures, and policies of the company and provide recommendations for revisions as standards evolve and system needs change.
18. Provide input on standardization of product selections, new applications, drawing and documentation standards to assure quality, productivity, and performance.
19. Respond to technical information requests.
20. Develop project documentation, manuals, test and commissioning plans, and customer training materials.
21. Regular attendance and promptness are considered part of each employee's essential job functions.

Secondary Responsibilities:

1. Provide schedule and completion time input to PM for forecasting.
2. Maintain a tracking information database to manage workload.

Required Skills and Abilities:

1. Strong working knowledge of the systems commonly monitored and controlled by a building DDC/EMS. Systems may include Tridium/Niagara Ax/N4, Distech, Lonworks Controllers, BACNet Controllers.
2. Ability to relate technical knowledge to a non-technical audience.

Supervisory Responsibility:

1. May serve as engineering lead on certain projects.

Preferred Education and Experience

1. Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
2. Current, up-to-date knowledge of HVAC and mechanical systems technology, control DDC instrumentation technology, and industry standards.

Required Licensing and Certifications:

1. Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.

Affirmative Action:

UMC is committed to a culture of inclusion and connectedness. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, and talent that our employees invest in their work represents who we are as a company and what we believe in. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of their education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran's status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.

EEO Policy:

UMC's policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, sex, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, religion, presence of physical, sensory or mental disability, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, honorably discharged veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy is not tolerated. UMC is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and covered veterans. Affirmative action plans are developed annually to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company's obligations as a contractor to the United States government.