Application Engineer

Application Engineer – Building Automation Controls

Are you a detail-oriented engineer with a passion for building automation and HVAC systems? Join a full-service design-build contractor with over $200M in annual revenue and a strong reputation for innovation and excellence. This is your opportunity to make a real impact - and potentially grow into a leadership role within a high-performing engineering team.

What You’ll Do:

As an Application Engineer, you’ll be at the heart of our building automation controls projects. You’ll collaborate with project managers, sales teams, and field personnel to ensure projects are delivered on time and to spec. Your responsibilities will include:

• Planning, organizing, and managing building automation controls projects.

• Producing detailed diagrams and layouts for automation systems.

• Supporting project managers and making technical adjustments to ensure successful project completion.

• Advising internal teams with your technical expertise.

• Coordinating with contractors and clients during occasional travel (3–4 times/year).

• Minimal travel - 3–4 times per year for subcontractor meetings or client design reviews. Trips are short (typically overnight).

What You Bring:

We’re looking for someone with strong technical skills and a collaborative mindset. The ideal candidate will have:

Must-Have Skills

• 6–10 years of experience in HVAC, building automation, or industrial automation.

• Electrical design experience using AutoCAD.

• Deep understanding of building controls design requirements.

• Engineering experience in layouts, component/wire selection, programming, and project management.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Revit experience.

• Solid understanding of HVAC and electrical systems.

• Computer networking knowledge.

• OSHA 10 Certification.

Why Join Us?

• Growth Opportunity: Step into a role with leadership potential - supporting a team that currently lacks a dedicated engineering lead.

• Flexible Work Environment: On-site with flexible start times, and potential for hybrid flexibility after 2 years.

• Impactful Work: Help shape the future of building automation in a company that values innovation and collaboration.

Ready to take the next step in your engineering career? Apply now and help us build smarter, more efficient systems for the future or send your resume directly to

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $58.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Earth City,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 15, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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