Controls Application Engineer Manager - NDBS

Together We Build - Partnership, Innovation, Excellence, and Safety At Kelso Industries, 3,500+ employees across 30 companies work together to deliver exceptional HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration, and electrical solutions nationwide. Join us to grow your career, make an impact, and be part of a team where innovation, excellence, and safety come first. Recruiter Notice: We respectfully ask external recruiters and staffing agencies not to submit candidates. We only accept direct applications.Controls Application Engineer Manager The Controls Application Engineer Manager is a leader in the HVAC BAS industry. This position is responsible for ensuring our BAS systems meet NDBS rigorous quality standards while driving continuous improvement and ensuring our group is leading with industry trends and innovation. The Controls Application Engineer Manageroversees the whole controls process, cradle-to-grave, by assisting in estimation, design, implementation, modification and maintenance of the control system. Position Information Position Type: Full-time Travel Required: 5-15% Department: Technical Services Reports to: Director of Engineering Location: St. Louis, MO 63146 Responsibilities Adhering to NDBS Core Values Safety We Answer Our Phones Always Innovating Collaborative Partnerships Reputation Entrepreneurship Design and Technical: Aide in Diagnosing, troubleshooting and resolving software issues on installed Building Automation and Energy Management Systems. Aide in the Diagnosing communication problems with control devices and other components. Assist where needed with commissioning and startup of new Building Automation and Energy Management Systems to ensure proper operation. Provide remote support training to customers. Create and maintain software documentation, including design, structure, code, and compiling processes. Create and maintain test records and site configuration information. Develop and enforce software standards and processes. Provide technical support to sales engineers and assist in development of new business opportunities. Assist in developing change order cost and scope. Mentoring/Continuous Improvement Help aide in the develop and training staff both in Controls and Engineering through drawing and submittal reviews Contribute to the continuous improvement of NDBS Stay on the forefront of industry trends and new offerings Managing Development and training of the Controls staff through project reviews, trainings, and one on one meetings with direct reports Continue to improve the team through personal and professional goal development of direct reports Communicate with Director of Engineering to effectively plan for manpower needs Project Execution: Attend, as necessary, project meetings to identify project scope, risks, resource requirements, communications, schedule, and budgets Manage BAS deadlines and deliverables. Collaborate with preconstruction department to develop BAS bid scope. Collaborate with engineering to ensure design scope is aligning with BAS expectations. Collaborate with operations department to ensure a shared understanding of BAS scope and overall execution Qualifications and Education Requirements 10+ years building automation controls experience Niagara N4 certification Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to lead a team while prioritizing project deliverables and tasks Demonstrated expertise in planning, organizing, and controlling all aspects of complex, large scale mechanical, electrical, or control system projects. Excellent leadership, organization, and communication skills OSHA 30 certification is a plus and will be required upon hiring. Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams (e.g., engineers, project managers, contractors) to deliver solutions. Why Join Kelso Industries? Join us and be part of a team dedicated to creating efficient, sustainable, and high-performance environments that make a lasting impact across the industrial, commercial, and institutional sectors. Here you will experience: Growth Opportunities: Develop new skills, take on exciting challenges, and advance your career in meaningful ways. Company Culture: You'll thrive in an environment that supports your growth, values your contributions, and makes work fulfilling and enjoyable. Impact: Your work directly contributes to meaningful outcomes, allowing you to see the difference you make and feel a sense of purpose every day. Competitive Compensation & Benefits: You'll be rewarded fairly for your contributions while enjoying perks that enhance your financial security, health, and overall well-being. Kelso Industries celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Kelso does business

Created: 2026-03-06