Building Automation Engineer

Building Automation Engineer at Naderi Engineering, Inc. Building Automation Engineer at Naderi Engineering, Inc. in Belmont, California Posted in about 22 hours ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

Contract Opportunity - Building Automation Engineer Foster City, CA 6+ Month Contract (Strong Potential for Extension)

Hands-On Technical Leadership Role Pay Range:

$80/hr. To $90/hr. We are actively seeking a highly skilled Building Automation Engineer for an exciting contract opportunity supporting three newly built R D facilities, with future expansion into GMP-controlled environments. This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives in a hands-on technical environment and enjoys solving complex automation challenges. This is not a desk-only management role-approximately 95% hands-on , focused on system documentation, PLC programming, troubleshooting, optimization, and implementation of advanced Building Management Systems (BMS). You will work alongside a strong internal automation team and play a critical role in maintaining highly reliable campus-wide automation operations. Job Description Own and support building automation operations with a target of 99.997% uptime Program, configure, and troubleshoot PLCs (Allen Bradley / Rockwell Automation) Support and optimize HVAC, lighting, and environmental monitoring systems Configure and manage Ignition SCADA systems and support PI Historian data trending Review, deploy, and improve PLC-based Building Management Systems across multiple facilities Partner with mechanics, end users, sustainability teams, and facility operations Prepare automation systems for GMP compliance and future regulated operations Coordinate with contractors, commissioning teams, and validation groups Create documentation including SOPs, system specs, change controls, and user guides Mentor team members while maintaining strong individual technical ownership Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Automation, Computer Science, or related field 5+ years of hands-on Building Automation / Controls experience Strong experience with Allen Bradley + Rockwell PLC platforms Experience supporting large-scale Ignition SCADA systems Strong knowledge of HVAC systems , cleanroom environments, and facility compliance Familiarity with protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, OPC Ability to work independently and drive continuous improvement Strong troubleshooting, communication, and leadership skills Preferred Experience GMP / regulated facility experience Siemens Desigo / Insight experience Validation knowledge ( IQ/OQ/PQ ) PI Historian experience Commissioning and calibration background IT/OT integration and industrial cybersecurity knowledge Certifications such as

PMP, LEED

AP, or BAS credentials are a plus