Solutions Engineer - Building Automation at Siemens

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• Irvine - California - United States of America • Los Angeles - California - United States of America • Newport Beach - California - United States of America • Riverside - California - United States of America Position Location: This role supports our Cypress, CA branch location, which serves customers throughout the greater Los Angeles, CA area. Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. We are improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation!  We know that the only way a business thrive is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you? Our Smart Buildings help to create efficient, safe , adaptable, and  responsible environments. Our aim isn’t just about improving buildings; it’s about creating perfect places that improve people’s lives. Transform the everyday with us! The Solution Engineer  serves as a technical leader during pre ‑ construction and early project phases, translating owner and project requirements into coordinated, constructible BAS design ‑ assist solutions. This role partners closely with Engineers of Record, contractors, and internal delivery teams to identify risks early, resolve integration and constructability challenges, and deliver complete, compliant, and commissioning ‑ ready engineering packages. The Solution Engineer ensures alignment between contract scope, design intent, and execution strategy while supporting complex projects across a wide range of vertical markets. This position is offered as a hybrid role , combining the flexibility of remote work with the benefits of in-person collaboration. Team members may be required from time to time to visit the Siemens local office and/or worksite based on project expectations, with the remaining time remote. Specific scheduling may vary based on team needs, project timelines, and individual performance. As a Solution Engineer, you will: • Translate project goals into complete BAS design-assist deliverables for a wide range of facilities, including higher education and K–12, data centers, hospitals, pharmaceutical facilities, high-rise buildings, and laboratories. • Lead constructability and integration readiness reviews to surface scope gaps, design conflicts, and interoperability risks early, and drive resolution with the EOR/GC/MEP teams. • Coordinate and drive development of design deliverables with area offices and stakeholders, ensuring documentation meets contract requirements, customer expectations, and Siemens standards, including: • Third-party system integration requirements • Mechanical/electrical layouts • Network diagrams and architecture • Bills of materials • Sequences of operations • Valve and damper schedules • DDC panel configuration and point mapping • Participate in internal and external meetings to support opportunities, provide technical direction, and contribute to pre-construction, project planning activities and engineering bid deliverables. • Lead design-assist execution through release, ensuring engineering packages are complete, compliant, and commissioning-ready; deliver a documented handoff to delivery teams, including scope assumptions, risk items, alternates, and commissioning readiness guidance. • Collaborate directly with contractors and the EOR to protect design intent and drive cost-effective technical decisions, including site visits and in-person working sessions as needed. • Analyze construction plans, contract specs, and applicable codes to identify requirements, conflicts, and potential risks early—before they become field issues. • Create engineering re-estimates and partner with sales and operations leadership to align scope, assumptions, and execution strategy • Perform peer reviews and quality assurance checks to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency across engineering outputs. • Support large, complex, and innovative projects—leveraging internal and external resources to deliver results on time and with high customer satisfaction.   You will make an impact with these qualifications: Basic Qualifications: • Associate degree in engineering, electronics, computer science or related field; bachelor’s degree preferred. Will consider equivalent combination of education and work experience. • 5+ years of building automation (HVAC controls) design experience • Ability to travel up to 25%,  Occasional travel will be required for important team gatherings, project kick-offs, strategic discussions, or training • Apply strong knowledge of engineering and contracting processes including submittal packages, documentation expectations, and requirements tied to successful project execution • Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals and business operations within construction/contracting environments • Confident communicator able to present technical concepts clearly to groups; C-level customer experience preferred • Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship #LI-TAG #VeteranCareers #TransitioningServiceMember #MilitarySpouse  Ready to create your own journey?   Join us today!    About Siemens   We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers.        Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce   We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.      You’ll Benefit From   Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here:  benefitsquickstart.com   The pay range for this position is $75,684 - $129,744 annually. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.  Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Siemens is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law. EEO is the Law Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any characteristic protected by Federal or other applicable law. Reasonable Accommodations If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing a job application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please fill out the accommodations form by clicking on this link Accommodation for disability form . If you’re unable to complete the form, you can reach out to our AskHR team for support at 1-866-743-6367. Please note our AskHR representatives do not have visibility of application or interview status. Pay Transparency Siemens follows Pay Transparency laws. Application Deadline This role will be posted for a minimum of five (5) days from the original posting date. The posting timeline may change based on applicant volume to ensure we attract and consider a strong and representative candidate pool. California Privacy Notice California residents have the right to receive additional notices about their personal information. To learn more, click here . Criminal History Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local and state laws.

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Irvine - California - United States of America
Los Angeles - California - United States of America
Newport Beach - California - United States of America
Riverside - California - United States of America
Position Location: This role supports our Cypress, CA branch location, which serves customers throughout the greater Los Angeles, CA area.
Our Smart Buildings help to create efficient, safe , adaptable, and  responsible environments. Our aim isn’t just about improving buildings; it’s about creating perfect places that improve people’s lives.
Transform the everyday with us!
Lead constructability and integration readiness reviews to surface scope gaps, design conflicts, and interoperability risks early, and drive resolution with the EOR/GC/MEP teams.
Coordinate and drive development of design deliverables with area offices and stakeholders, ensuring documentation meets contract requirements, customer expectations, and Siemens standards, including:
Third-party system integration requirements
Mechanical/electrical layouts
Network diagrams and architecture
Bills of materials
Sequences of operations
Valve and damper schedules
DDC panel configuration and point mapping
Participate in internal and external meetings to support opportunities, provide technical direction, and contribute to pre-construction, project planning activities and engineering bid deliverables.
Collaborate directly with contractors and the EOR to protect design intent and drive cost-effective technical decisions, including site visits and in-person working sessions as needed.
Analyze construction plans, contract specs, and applicable codes to identify requirements, conflicts, and potential risks early—before they become field issues.
Create engineering re-estimates and partner with sales and operations leadership to align scope, assumptions, and execution strategy
Perform peer reviews and quality assurance checks to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency across engineering outputs.
Support large, complex, and innovative projects—leveraging internal and external resources to deliver results on time and with high customer satisfaction.

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Associate degree in engineering, electronics, computer science or related field; bachelor’s degree preferred. Will consider equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Confident communicator able to present technical concepts clearly to groups; C-level customer experience preferred

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