X4 Engineering

Job Description BAS Design Engineer / Chicago, IL (Chicago / Northern IL Suburbs) Work Style: Hybrid Flexibility About the Opportunity We are partnering with a premier, growing Building Automation & HVAC Controls System Integrator serving the Chicagoland and Midwest markets. Known for their technical excellence and employee-first culture, they deliver turnkey Direct Digital Control (DDC) systems for complex commercial projects-including luxury high-rise residential buildings, central plants, K-12/higher education, and commercial facilities. They are seeking a BAS Design Engineer to take complete project ownership of submittal documentation-translating negotiated scopes into high-quality engineering packages. Why You Should Apply (Unmatched Benefits & Perk s) 100% Employer-Paid Family Healthcare: Full PPO medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums covered 100% for you AND your entire family at zero cost to you. Zero Out-of-Pocket Deductibles: Includes a company-funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) that reimburses out-of-pocket medical deductibles. Wealth Building: 401(k) with up to a 4% company match, profit-sharing programs once vested, and annual performance reviews. Work-Life Balance: Unlimited vacation time (managed responsibly). Supportive Culture: High quality standards backed by structured peer reviews and mentorship-you will never be left "on an island" to figure things out alone. Flexible Regional Base: Base yourself out of one of three regional hubs (Downtown Chicago, Northern Chicagoland, or Indianapolis) with WFH/hybrid flexibility over time. What You'll Be Doing Review contract plans and specifications to define detailed project scopes. Author and engineer complete Temperature Control (TC) submittal packages, including System Flow Diagrams, I/O Wiring Diagrams, Device Schedules, Bills of Materials, and Sequences of Operation. Select appropriate field devices, sensors, valves, actuators, and controller hardware. Utilize MS Visio and MS Office to generate clean, high-standard engineering deliverables. Coordinate closely with sales teams, general contractors, consulting engineers, and field installation crews throughout the project lifecycle. Deliver finalized as-built drawing sets following project completion. What We're Looking For Mechanical & HVAC Depth: Strong, intuitive understanding of commercial HVAC equipment (air handlers, VAV boxes, chillers, boilers, central plants, and fluid/air systems). Controls Design Background: 3+ years of experience in BAS/HVAC controls design OR a strong controls field service/commissioning background with design capability. Drawing Capability: Proficient in MS Visio (or AutoCAD background with the ability to transition smoothly). BMS Platforms: Exposure to platforms like Niagara 4, Reliable Controls, Delta Controls, Distech, JCI Metasys, ALC WebCTRL, or Schneider EcoStruxure. (Direct Reliable/Delta experience is NOT required-platform training is provided). Collaborative Mindset: Open-minded team player comfortable with management review and continuous learning. If you or anyone in your network could be interested in hearing more, please apply below or email