Facilities Instrumentation and Controls Engineer Sr.

Facilities Instrumentation and Controls Engineer Sr.

Arizona State University
Off-Campus: Mesa/Tempe
JR123335

End Date: September 11, 2026

Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field including two (2) years managerial experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job Description:

Facilities Development and Management, FM KE Facilities Services, MacroTechnology Works (MTW), seeks an experienced Senior Facilities Instrumentation and Controls Engineer to assist in the operation of the MTW research facility.

This position will play a substantial role in the design, operations and maintenance of multiple life safety systems (LSS) and building automation systems (BAS) including fire alarm systems, toxic gas monitoring systems, and control systems associated with mechanical systems up to and including multiple 1000+ ton chillers and cooling towers, large hot water boilers, scrubbed air abatement systems, and various other HVAC mechanical systems.

The qualified candidate should be highly knowledgeable with the International Building Codes, specifically the codes surrounding fire alarm and toxic gas monitoring systems located/operating in “H Type” occupancies.

Essential Duties:
· Advise site leadership on necessary improvements to existing instrumentation and control systems (JCI Notifier, Yokogawa BAS, JCI Metasys, Ignition, Honeywell Toxic Gas Monitoring, etc).
· Conduct design reviews of fire alarm, toxic gas monitoring, and building automation systems for ongoing and upcoming projects.
· Sign off new life safety and building controls installations as MTW’s controls engineer.
· Advise site leadership on necessary life safety system (LSS) and building automation system (BAS) improvements, including working with MTW facilities and other ASU teams in developing long term reliability plans and capital improvement plans for the site.
· Working with operations staff to develop and improve upon the existing controls maintenance program for the site, including a transition from preventative maintenance to predictive maintenance.
· Develop, maintain, and update sequence of operations, Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), and controls narratives.
· Maintain or work with ASU AutoCAD resources to develop and update P&IDs and network diagrams.
· Coordinate with outside entities and key stakeholders at ASU Research Park.
· Review and evaluate standard specifications and details used in other jurisdictions for possible adoption by the University.
· Attend final inspections and recommend acceptance or rejection of completed work.
· Provide technical advice to management and staff.
· Formulate standard specification language for controls construction projects. Represents the University on panels and boards as needed.
· Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service.
· Regular activities require the ability to quickly change priorities which may include and/or are subject to resolution of conflicts.
· Evidence of effective communication skills.

Days and Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. May be required to work extended daily or weekend hours depending on activities at site.

This position is based at ASU’s Tempe campus and may require working from other campuses depending on operational needs.

Position Salary Range
$140,000 to $150,000 annually. ASU offers a comprehensive benefits package with the State of Arizona.

Desired Qualifications:

Ten (10) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field. Professional Engineering Registration in the State of Arizona or the ability to obtain within six months of hire. Master’s degree in electrical or chemical engineering.

Experience in:
· Control in variety of control systems.
· Building automation systems.
· Fire alarm systems.
· Toxic gas monitoring systems.
· Equipment controls for variety of mechanical systems including HVAC units, water treatment systems, exhaust systems, chillers, boilers, and cooling water systems.
· Consulting experience in the design of advanced technology facilities.
· Developing RFP’s/RFQ’s (request for proposal/quote).

Knowledge of:
· Programming of control systems.
· Principles of operation of cleanrooms and mechanical systems.
· Testing of low voltage systems during commissioning.
· Local, state, and federal codes, regulation, and mandates- especially building codes and fire codes.
· “H Occupancy” requirements per