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Building Automation Controls Engineer Jobs in Seattle, WA — Hyperscale Data Centers & Life Science

Seattle's mechanical market runs on hyperscale data center growth in Quincy and Moses Lake, life science on South Lake Union, healthcare through UW Medicine and Providence, and steady commercial TI in Bellevue. Demand for skilled building automation and controls talent in Seattle continues to climb as data center, healthcare, and commercial owners modernize HVAC systems. Gulfstream Strategic Placements recruits BAS programmers, controls engineers, startup technicians, and controls project managers experienced on Tridium Niagara, Distech, Automated Logic, JCI Metasys, and Siemens platforms throughout the Seattle market.

Seattle's mechanical market runs on hyperscale data center growth in Quincy and Moses Lake, life science on South Lake Union, healthcare through UW Medicine and Providence, and steady commercial TI in Bellevue. Demand for skilled building automation and controls talent in Seattle continues to climb as data center, healthcare, and commercial owners modernize HVAC systems. Gulfstream Strategic Placements recruits BAS programmers, controls engineers, startup technicians, and controls project managers experienced on Tridium Niagara, Distech, Automated Logic, JCI Metasys, and Siemens platforms throughout the Seattle market.

About Seattle, WA

Gulfstream Strategic Placements recruits building automation controls engineers across the Seattle metro. All searches are confidential — client identity is never disclosed until both sides agree to a formal interview.

Seattle market snapshot

Seattle's mechanical market runs on hyperscale data center growth in Quincy and Moses Lake, life science on South Lake Union, healthcare through UW Medicine and Providence, and steady commercial TI in Bellevue. Union labor (UA Local 32, Sheet Metal Local 66) dominates field trades; controls and mission-critical talent is the tightest segment.

Active Seattle submarkets: South Lake Union, Bellevue, Redmond, Kent, Quincy / Moses Lake (data centers).

Recent Seattle searches

Recently placed a Mission-Critical PM on an Eastside hyperscale build and a BIM Coordinator supporting a South Lake Union biotech tower.

Seattle base salary ranges

  • Mission-Critical PM: $140K–$200K base
  • Chief Estimator: $180K–$270K base + LTIP
  • VDC Coordinator: $105K–$155K base

Ranges reflect base only for commercial mechanical roles; total comp typically adds 10–25% via bonus, vehicle allowance, and benefits.

Frequently asked questions

Which BAS platforms are most in demand?

Niagara N4 and Distech lead the market, with strong ongoing demand for JCI Metasys, ALC, and Siemens experience.

Do you place installers as well as programmers?

Yes — from startup and commissioning technicians to senior programmers and controls project managers.

Is healthcare or data center experience required?

Not required, but strongly preferred for senior roles given how much of the work in Seattle runs through those verticals.

Do Seattle-based contractors send crews to Quincy and Moses Lake?

Yes — the Central Washington data center corridor draws heavily from Seattle-area mechanical contractors. Roles frequently include per-diem, rotational schedules, or full relocation packages.

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