Mantis Innovation
Controls Technician III
East Windsor, NJ
Construction – BMS / Full-Time / Hybrid
Mantis Innovation provides managed facility services and turnkey program management with technology-enabled solutions that target the entire building footprint. We look at the entire facility—inside and out—and can impact 70% of what a building operator allocates critical budget dollars toward, including: Strategic electricity and natural gas procurement, renewable energy, and demand response; climate impact reduction and reporting, net zero strategies, and sustainability planning; roofing, solar, HVAC assessment management, pavement, building envelope, data center optimization, and EV charging; lighting/LED retrofits, HVAC/mechanical systems, and BMS/BAS improvements and implementation.
We’re hiring a senior-level Controls Technician to independently deliver mission-critical BMS service projects across Central and Northern New Jersey. This role is client-facing and highly technical, leading troubleshooting, programming, commissioning, and integration tasks in live data center environments.
What You’ll Do
- Lead independent commissioning and troubleshooting of BMS/SCADA/PLC systems.
- Program and integrate HVAC control sequences in mission-critical facilities.
- Manage field execution on live client sites with minimal oversight.
- Serve as a technical lead and mentor for junior technicians.
- Travel daily across NJ to client sites.
What We’re Looking For
- 8–12+ years of hands-on BMS, SCADA, PLC, or HVAC controls experience.
- Significant experience with Wonderware/Aveva platforms
- Ability to troubleshoot and deliver under live data center uptime requirements.
- Strong HVAC systems grounding (control sequences, integration strategies).
- Excellent communication skills in client environments.
- Willingness to travel (95% in NJ).
Wonderware/Aveva Platform Experience Required
- Aveva System Platform (Wonderware SCADA)
- Aveva Historian (Wonderware Historian)
- Aveva Development Studio (Wonderware Development Studio)
Nice to Have
- Allen Bradley PLC familiarity.
- Mission-critical facility background (data centers, hospitals).
- Degree in electronics, automation, or HVAC.
- Mentorship or team coordination experience.
$115,000 - $130,000 a year
Base salary: $115K–$130K, depending on experience.
Profit-sharing program
Health, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off.
Growth opportunities and leadership visibility on priority accounts.
Note: Employees are held accountable for all duties of this job. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position.
What else can we offer you?
We offer a fantastic lineup of benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, HSA, 401k Matching, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, Paid Short Term & Long Term Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, and a flexible hybrid work schedule (for office-based employees). Working at Mantis also brings tremendous professional development opportunities that allow you to make a real impact on both the company and your career!
Not sure you meet every single requirement?
Studies show that women and individuals from underrepresented groups often hesitate to apply unless they check every box. At Mantis, we’re committed to building an inclusive and equitable team—so if this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you, even if your experience doesn’t match every single qualification.
Mantis Innovation is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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