
HVAC Controls Designer / Programmer
MissionHires, Providence, RI, United States
MissionHires is seeking an HVAC Controls Designer/Programmer (Controls Technician/Programmer) in Providence, RI to design, program, and commission BAS/BMS systems—primarily Metasys. This full-time role blends hands‑on field work with project coordination, spanning hardware selection, control system design, programming, startups, commissioning, documentation, and customer handoff. Ideal for technicians with 3+ years in HVAC controls and strong Metasys experience who want stability, training, and growth.
How You’ll Contribute
Develop hardware selections and control system designs per project requirements
Create flow diagrams, sequences of operation, bills of material, network layouts, and electrical schematics
Program HVAC control systems using established standards (focus on Metasys)
Prepare and support submittals: coordinate drawings, equipment schedules, and technical documentation
Order and track materials; coordinate with factory builds and project schedules
Assist with system startup, controller loading, and full system commissioning
Troubleshoot controls issues with subcontractors and trades to ensure proper system operation
Capture field changes and produce as‑built drawings and updated programming
Support customer handoff, documentation delivery, and basic system operation training
Communicate progress, issues, and timelines to project teams and stakeholders
Complete standard project documentation (timesheets, reports, etc.)
Maintain rigorous safety practices on all work sites
What Makes You a Great Fit
Approximately 3+ years of experience with building automation/HVAC controls
Hands‑on experience installing or commissioning Metasys systems (system‑level controllers)
Proficiency with Metasys tools such as CCT, SCT, RAC schedules, and Visio
Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and control systems
Demonstrated technical aptitude with design and programming tools
Preferred: Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Mechanical, Electrical, or Computer Science, or 5+ years in HVAC/controls
Preferred: Broader experience in control system design, commissioning, or building system integration
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How You’ll Contribute
Develop hardware selections and control system designs per project requirements
Create flow diagrams, sequences of operation, bills of material, network layouts, and electrical schematics
Program HVAC control systems using established standards (focus on Metasys)
Prepare and support submittals: coordinate drawings, equipment schedules, and technical documentation
Order and track materials; coordinate with factory builds and project schedules
Assist with system startup, controller loading, and full system commissioning
Troubleshoot controls issues with subcontractors and trades to ensure proper system operation
Capture field changes and produce as‑built drawings and updated programming
Support customer handoff, documentation delivery, and basic system operation training
Communicate progress, issues, and timelines to project teams and stakeholders
Complete standard project documentation (timesheets, reports, etc.)
Maintain rigorous safety practices on all work sites
What Makes You a Great Fit
Approximately 3+ years of experience with building automation/HVAC controls
Hands‑on experience installing or commissioning Metasys systems (system‑level controllers)
Proficiency with Metasys tools such as CCT, SCT, RAC schedules, and Visio
Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and control systems
Demonstrated technical aptitude with design and programming tools
Preferred: Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Mechanical, Electrical, or Computer Science, or 5+ years in HVAC/controls
Preferred: Broader experience in control system design, commissioning, or building system integration
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