Primary responsibilities
Lead the selection and specification of
Process instrumentation
Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Human Machine Interface (HMI) equipment or (DDC) Direct Digital Controls
Develop and approve control system (BMS) sequences of operations
Manage assigned BMS design tasks including scope, schedule, and quality
Perform technical review and approval of instrumentation and control system deliverables
Review submittals, conduct field inspections, and verify compliance with design intent
Independently analyze and resolve complex technical problems within the engineer’s discipline
Act as technical lead, supervisor, and resource to the design team
Train, mentor, and support the education and professional development of staff
Participate in the preparation, review, and approval of RFP response content and pricing
Demonstrate strong problem‑solving skills, organization, flexibility, and collaboration
Perform other duties as assigned
Travel to project site visits as needed, roughly 15-35%
Qualifications
You are passionate about
Working collaboratively with others.
Having ownership in the work you do.
Using your talents to positively affect communities.
Solving complex technical problems and training others to do the same
Continuously growing professionally and contributing to the engineering community
You bring to the team
Strong communication skills with the ability to lead technical discussions
Ability to independently resolve complex problems within the engineering discipline
6+ years of experience designing BMS or control systems
Attention to and passion for detail, quality, and system reliability
Experience acting as a technical resource or supervisor to design teams
Ability to support staff education, mentoring, and professional development
Participation in proposal development, including RFP technical content and pricing support
Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field preferred
Willingness to actively participate in the engineering and professional community (seminars, conferences, publications)
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The typical annual salary range for this role is as listed below. Compensation may vary based on geographic location, experience, and qualifications. Employees in this role may be eligible for our performance‑based bonus and merit increases.
National Pay Range
$90,000—$160,000 USD
Additional Information
Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.
As an Olsson employee, you will
Receive a competitive 401(k) match
Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.
Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.
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