BMS Engineer

Piper Companies is seeking a BMS Engineer to support the design, development, implementation, and optimization of Building Management System (BMS) solutions for a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility. This BMS engineer will support HVAC and facility control systems, partnering with Facilities, Engineering, Validation, and Operations teams to ensure system performance, reliability, and regulatory compliance. This is a fully remote contract opportunity supporting pharmaceutical and life sciences operations.

Responsibilities for the BMS Engineer include:

·      Support the design, implementation, and optimization of BMS control systems within pharmaceutical and GMP manufacturing environments

·      Develop and review Sequences of Operation (SOOs) for HVAC, mechanical, and utility systems.

·      Support commissioning, qualification, startup, and troubleshooting activities for BMS-controlled equipment.

·      Configure, program, and maintain Johnson Controls Metasys and Rockwell Automation/Allen-Bradley control platforms

·      Provide technical support for Air Handling Units (AHUs), Fan Coil Units (FCUs), HVAC systems, and associated mechanical equipment.

·      Troubleshoot and resolve BMS, controls, and facility automation issues to ensure reliable system operation.

·      Collaborate with Facilities, Engineering, Validation, and Operations teams to ensure systems meet performance, quality, and compliance requirements

Qualifications for the BMS Engineer include:

·      Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Automation, Controls, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline preferred.

·      Minimum of 5 years of experience in BMS, BAS, Controls Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related field.

·      Hands-on experience with Johnson Controls Metasys and Rockwell Automation/Allen-Bradley platforms required.

·      Experience developing control strategies, sequences of operation, points lists, and control documentation.

·      Strong understanding of HVAC systems, including AHUs, FCUs, mechanical equipment, and facility utilities.

·      Experience with commissioning, qualification, startup, and validation activities in regulated manufacturing environments.

·      Knowledge of GMP, pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences facility requirements strongly preferred.

·      Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills within building automation and facility control systems.

Compensation for the BMS Engineer includes:

·      Salary range: $100,000 - $125,000

·      Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and applicable sick leave

Keywords: Building Management Systems (BMS), Building Automation Systems (BAS), Controls Engineering, Automation Engineering, Johnson Controls Metasys, Rockwell Automation, Allen-Bradley, HVAC Controls, HVAC Systems, AHU, FCU, Facility Automation, Building Controls, Control Systems, PLC, SCADA, Sequences of Operation (SOO), Control Narratives, Points Lists, Functional Specifications, System Integration, Commissioning, Qualification, Validation, Startup, GMP, cGMP, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Regulated Environments, Facility Utilities, Mechanical Systems, Process Controls, Troubleshooting, Compliance, Facilities Engineering, Operations, Technical Documentation, Root Cause Analysis, System Configuration, Equipment Qualification, HVAC Commissioning, Environmental Monitoring, Reliability, Performance Optimization

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This job is open for applications on 10/16/2026 and will remain open for at least 30 days from the posting date