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# Senior Design Engineer - Building Automation / Supervisor

- **Company:** Robert Bosch GmbH
- **Location:** Irvine, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $120,000.0 - $150,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, AutoCAD, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Visio, Information Technology
- **Published:** October 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3467430050&tx=JT9284TYZ&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

* High school diploma or equivalent.
 * 10+ years of experience in HVAC/building automation design.
 * Basic understanding of computer systems, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
 * Experience designing, and engineering HVAC control systems, including developing sequence of operations and equipment selection.
 * Proficiency with reading and creating layout drawings to guide system installation (e.g., sensor locations, panel placement.
 * Ability to develop Bills of Material (BOM).
 * An understanding of Autocad and/or Visio for BAS Design
 * Familiarity with generating and managing RFIs (Requests for Information) to resolve design issues.
 * Strong understanding of project documents, scopes of work, and the ability to interpret contract drawings and specifications.
 * Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical plans.
 * The ability to read electrical wiring diagrams.
 * Strong written and verbal communication skills.
 * Proven ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
 * Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to navigate and resolve issues empathetically and professionally., * Undergraduate degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or a related technical field. Experience in the BAS field can supersede a degree.
 * 12+ years of experience in HVAC/building automation design.
 * Experience with AutoCAD and/or Visio
 * Thorough understanding of HVAC operations, particularly within commercial or industrial facilities.
 * Proposing cost-effective technical solutions.
 * Experience interacting with external stakeholders, such as consulting engineers, contractors, and building owners.
 * Experience maintaining or contributing to internal standards, libraries, or best practices for system design and engineering.
 * Background in both design and ongoing support/service engineering for installed building systems

Physical Demands:

In general, the following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

 * Must be able to effectively communicate, (ie see, hear, speak and write clearly) in order to communicate with colleagues and/or customers; manual dexterity required for occasional reaching, lifting of light office objects, and operating office equipment

## Description

* Design Controls projects to meet scope of work and budget as defined by contract documents and sales estimate ensuring equipment compatibility.
 * Provide detailed sequence of operations.
 * Interpret project documents, estimate, and other information as available to select the proper equipment to achieve the scope of work required in the most economical and functional manner.
 * Accurately forecast necessary labor required to engineer a complete project and track this over time to achieve budget and forecast goals.
 * Communicate with internal employees as required to ensure engineering is accurate and timely.
 * Communicate with external organizations as required such as consulting engineers, building owners, and other contractors to ensure accurate and timely engineering.
 * Complete Bill of Material for every project.
 * Suggest/recommend new products that provide better functionality and value to projects.
 * Generate Request for Information (RFIs) to clarify design issues and recommend appropriate solutions as necessary.
 * Create detailed plans to show electricians and system specialists sensor locations
 * Demonstrated ability to independently design large and complex projects with minimal oversight.
 * As assigned develop and maintain a library of engineering standards for the industry.
 * Provides mentorship to Level I and Level II team members.
 * Performs quality control and review of the other engineer team member projects.
 * Other duties as assigned.

Supervisor Duties:

In accordance with applicable Company policies/procedures and Federal/State laws, will perform the following supervisory responsibilities: planning, assigning, and directing work; coaching and appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.