Sr. Controls Engineer / Programmer – Baltimore, MD – Up to $65/hr + Bonus – Leading BAS & Energy Management Contractor

About the Opportunity

Join a leading Building Automation and Energy Management company as a Senior Controls Engineer / Programmer serving the Maryland, D.C., and Northern Virginia region. This position offers a hands-on, technically challenging environment where you’ll lead programming, integration, and commissioning of advanced Building Automation Systems (BAS) for high-profile commercial, healthcare, and government facilities.

This company values technical excellence, collaboration, and professional growth. The role includes hybrid flexibility, a company vehicle with gas card, and annual bonuses based on company success and individual contribution.

Position Details

• Title: Sr. Controls Engineer / Programmer
• Location: Baltimore, MD (Greater DMV Area)
• Compensation: $45.00 – $65.00/hr (Depending on Experience)
• Bonus: End-of-year performance-based bonus
• Schedule: Full-time (occasional nights or weekends as needed)
• Work Model: Hybrid (occasional remote flexibility based on project)
• Travel: Maryland, D.C., and Northern Virginia

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and program Building Automation Systems (BAS) from concept through commissioning
• Program custom control applications using Delta, Tridium Niagara, or Schneider Electric platforms
• Integrate and configure controls with third-party BAS and HVAC systems
• Develop and modify control logic, graphics, and system parameters
• Interpret mechanical drawings, control schematics, and sequences of operation
• Provide testing and validation for I/O points to ensure system accuracy and calibration
• Support commissioning and troubleshooting for complex automation systems
• Install and configure site workstations, servers, and networked controllers
• Provide end-user training, documentation, and technical support post-installation
• Mentor and guide BAS Technicians in programming and project execution
• Collaborate with service, engineering, and sales teams to support new projects and upgrades

Ideal Candidate

• 5+ years of experience as a Controls Engineer, BAS Programmer, or Systems Integrator
• Proficiency in Tridium Niagara 4 (N4) and Delta Controls preferred
• Strong understanding of control logic, sequences of operation, and system networking
• Ability to lead commissioning and provide remote or onsite troubleshooting
• Excellent communication and mentoring skills for technician development
• Comfortable working both independently and in a team-oriented environment
• Must be eligible to pass federal government security clearance

What’s Offered

• Hourly Rate: $45.00 – $65.00/hr (Based on Experience)
• End-of-Year Bonus (Based on Company Profit & Individual Contribution)
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical (2 Anthem Blue Cross Plans), Employer-Paid Dental
• 401(k) with 4% Company Match (eligible after 6 months)
• Company Vehicle and Gas Card (after 30 days, subject to inventory)
• Company Laptop and Phone
• 3 Weeks’ Vacation + Paid Holidays
• Hybrid Work Flexibility (project-dependent)

About the Company

This company has provided Building Automation, HVAC, and Technology Services across the Mid-Atlantic since 1989. They employ experienced engineers, DDC technicians, and certified energy professionals who deliver high-performing control systems for commercial, government, laboratory, and healthcare environments.

They specialize in Design-Build, Retrofit, and Systems Integration projects using leading BAS platforms. Known for technical rigor, responsiveness, and long-term client partnerships, the company provides stable career paths and a collaborative environment for senior-level BAS engineers.