Senior Engineer

Company Description:

At Basepoint Building Automations, we provide advanced building systems, technology integration, and services resulting in a safe, smart, and healthy building. We are committed to working with our customers to execute the ideal working environment, achieving the gold standard in “Safe Building. Smart Building. Healthy Building.” These characteristics at work help realize peace of mind, and a higher level of comfort, convenience, and security.

Our core values

Confident - We are all valuable and have an important role. We are experts and continual learners. We find a solution.
Committed - We do what it takes to get the job done right. We deliver trust. We are responsible to each other and customers.
Compassionate - We listen and are vulnerable. We help each other succeed. We teach and show without judgement.
Innovative - We are creative problem solvers. We push boundaries. We adapt and grow.
ONE! - We are stronger together, leveraging our strengths with an ESOP mentality.

Job Description:

At Basepoint Building Automations, we’re driven by innovation, collaboration, and the belief that technology should make buildings — and the people in them — perform at their best.

We are Problem-solvers. Innovators. Builders. Collaborators. Technicians. Engineers. Thinkers. Learners. Leaders. We’re passionate about turning complex systems into simple, sustainable solutions that make a real impact.

We believe in teamwork, continuous learning, challenging projects, and celebrating success together. Sound like you? We’re looking for a Senior Engineer to spearhead business development efforts, manage long-term client relationships, and contribute to our continued growth in the Cedar Rapids, Iowa area. 

As a Senior Engineer on our team, you’ll play a critical role in designing and implementing control systems that integrate HVAC, lighting, and other building systems into seamless, high-performance solutions. You’ll thrive in this role if you have strong technical skills, a passion for problem-solving, and a commitment to creating high-quality, reliable automation systems.

What You’ll Do:

Engineer customized control solutions (≈60%):

• Interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project scope to develop robust building automation systems that meet the existing controls design intent.
• Integrate DDC controllers, sensors, actuators, valves, and relays to control and monitor mechanical and ventilation equipment.
• Work to resolve discrepancies between the design intent of the controls system, the capabilities of our DDC controllers, and the configuration of the controlled equipment.
• Collaborate with salesmen and project managers to ensure designs meet project goals, budget constraints, and client requirements.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives in a growing department.

Documentation and project coordination (≈30%):

• Prepare detailed HVAC controls submittals, including system diagrams, controller details, points schedules, end-device wiring diagrams, control panel layouts, 3rd party equipment integration, valve and actuator selections, and network risers.
• Coordinate project deliverables, respond to information requests, and assist with project orientation and handoff.
• Ensure accurate records for long-term maintenance and troubleshooting.

Industry engagement and site collaboration (≈10%):

• Stay current on building automation industry trends, new technologies, parts obsolescence, and best practices.
• Conduct site visits to assess design requirements, assist with resolving installation issues, and validate our control system’s effectiveness.
• Solicit constructive feedback from the Technicians and Programmers who rely on our department’s output to continually improve the accuracy and clarity of our deliverables.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Controls Engineering, or an Associate’s degree with relevant design experience.
• Strong technical expertise with proficiency in CAD or Visio and the ability to read mechanical and electrical blueprints.
• Hands-on project experience designing and programming control systems for complex projects, with attention to integration, efficiency, and reliability.
• Familiarity with DDC controllers, low voltage control wiring, BAS communication protocols (BACnet, Modbus, etc…), relay logic, and a working knowledge of
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to job sites as needed.
• Collaborative mindset with strong communication skills to work effectively with project managers, clients, and field technicians.
• HVAC system knowledge.

Why Basepoint Building Automations: Basepoint was built on the belief that the best companies are owned by the people who show up every day to do the work.  As an employee-owned building automation company, we approach every project with a long-term mindset, shared accountability, and pride in doing the work right. Our people are owners, which means higher standards, stronger teamwork, and a long-term mindset. When the company succeeds, we all succeed.