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# Design Engineer

- **Company:** The Smart
- **Location:** Owings Mills, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $80,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** AutoCAD, Databases, Ethernet, Microsoft Office, Modbus, Network Planning and Design, Control Structures, Bacnet, Integration Frameworks
- **Published:** August 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=3b13e82de72780e4

## About the Role

We're looking for a Design Engineer who's passionate about technology, detail-oriented, and ready to help shape high-performance environments through exceptional system design.

If you love solving complex challenges, turning technical concepts into reality, and working alongside a collaborative, fast-paced team - this is your opportunity to make an impact., * Associate or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

 * Experience with Delta and/or Reliable Controls design preferred.
 * 2-5 years of engineering or systems design experience.
 * Proficiency in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD.
 * Strong understanding of building automation, mechanical systems, and design principles.
 * Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
 * Independent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

## Description

* Design complete building automation systems including mechanical system layouts, electrical drawings, bills of materials, sequences of operations, valve and damper schedules, and DDC panel layouts.
 * Determine the best mix of products and installation methods to deliver cost-effective, efficient project solutions.
 * Prepare submittals, shop drawings, and schedules for handoff to Operations.
 * Act as a technical resource for team members and customers throughout project development.
 * Participate in sales-to-operations turnover meetings to validate project accuracy and design intent.
 * Conduct on-site walkthroughs as needed to refine project design.
 * Design network architectures supporting operator workstations, DDC field panels, and third-party integrations (LON, Ethernet, Modbus, BACnet).
 * Review plans, specifications, and codes to assess project requirements and risks.
 * Generate DDC point databases and provide startup documentation for commissioning.
 * Support engineering re-estimates and communicate scope updates to Project Managers.
 * Prepare and issue RFIs when clarification is needed.
 * Identify cost-saving opportunities and maintain complete, organized project documentation.


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