> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2768984-controls-application-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2768984-controls-application-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Controls Application Engineer - **Company:** Mantis Innovation - **Location:** Dallas, TX, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $100,000.0 - $130,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Computer Graphics, Ethernet, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Networking Hardware, Wonderware, Subnetting, Microsoft Office, Modbus, Message Queuing Telemetry Transport (MQTT), Networking Basics, Simple Network Management Protocols, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Bacnet, Network Server - **Published:** September 7, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.military.com/career/330493/controls-application-engineer-data-center-colorado-co-greenwood-village ## About the Role * 10+ years of experience in the engineering field, preferably in Building Automation or Controls Engineering. \n * 5+ years of BMS/SCADA application development experience, with mission critical experience preferred. \n * Strong knowledge of DDC control theory & HVAC applications and the ability to apply these principles to real-world scenarios. \n * Basic networking knowledge; addressing & subnetting, IP + serial device configurations.\n * Comfortable working with industry standard protocol integrations such as: BACnet, Modbus, Ethernet/IP, SNMP, MQTT.\n * Basic networking knowledge, including manipulating PC settings to set up and commission devices on a network. \n * Experience with servers, network equipment, and IoT practices, specifically for BMS applications. \n * 2+ years of experience with Ignition platform (Ignition Core certification is preferred).\n * Familiarity with Distech field controllers and GFX programming, Ignition SCADA, Wonderware, and PLC systems.\n * Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.\n, * Must be able to work independently and in a team, handling multiple tasks across different projects. \n * Strong troubleshooting skills, with the ability to identify problems and develop effective solutions. \n * Knowledge of the construction contracting industry, especially in MEP fields, with experience in mission-critical environments a plus. \n * Understanding of Mechanical and Electrical equipment in typical Mission Critical environments.\n ## Related Videos - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [The Gashlycrumb Tinies of AI Networking You Must Know (or Languish!)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2067-the-gashlycrumb-tinies-of-ai-networking-you-must-know-or-languish) - [Optimizing Land-Based Fish Feeding with Node-RED](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2032-optimizing-land-based-fish-feeding-with-node-red) - [Navigating the Corporate Jungle: Life as a Developer in a large Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/621-navigating-the-corporate-jungle-life-as-a-developer-in-a-large-company) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Enabling intelligent logistics automation: home-grown Industrial IoT platform at Austrian Post](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2018-enabling-intelligent-logistics-automation-home-grown-industrial-iot-platform-at-austrian-post) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [From developer to manager – what does it take to become an engineering manager?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/42-from-developer-to-manager-what-does-it-take-to-become-an-engineering-manager) - [Should Tech Managers Be Developers First? Pros and Cons](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/327-should-tech-managers-be-developers-first-pros-and-cons) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated)