Applications Engineer

The Company

Established in 1997, today VAE Group is one of Australasia largest commercial HVAC solutions companies with above 390 employees across 12 office locations in Australia, New Zealand and Papua New Guinea. Our growth and success are built on providing Smarter HVAC Solutions with a promise of 'Built in Certainty' every time.

With a reputation for delivering top-notch solutions, we thrive on teamwork, growth, and a little fun along the way. We pride ourselves in trust, integrity and innovative expert staff which together deliver outstanding results and live our brand's values of Energy – Synergy – Success.

What we offer

• Car allowance & E-toll tag
• Laptop, Mobile Phone
• Uniforms
• Referral bonus
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Financial Wellness Programs
• Employee offers and benefits via our benefits platform – the VAULT
• Hands on training and development through great projects
• Great team culture – team sports, regular social activities, family friendly
• Strong Safety Focus
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – immediate family included
• Free parking onsite

The Role

As an Applications Engineer you will report to the Technology Operations Manager and based in Sydney. You will work collaboratively within the Service and Project teams to design, implement, commission, and optimise building automation systems and integration platforms. Your focus will be on delivering high-performance solutions using DISTECH controllers within the Tridium Niagara framework, supporting systems across Building Management Systems (BMS), ICT networks, software development, cybersecurity, and mechanical/HVAC engineering. Some of the key responsibilities will include:

• Design, program, and commission building automation and integration systems using DISTECH and Tridium Niagara
• Optimise building performance through energy-efficient and AI-driven control strategies
• Deliver end-to-end engineering, including design, documentation, commissioning, and tuning
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring across project and service teams
• Engage clients and stakeholders to ensure clear communication and project alignment
• Uphold safety, compliance, and quality in all engineering activities
• Drive innovation and improvement through continual learning and collaboration
• Create and maintain Engineering, Commissioning and Installation SOPs, procedures, standards, templates, and examples

What makes you stand out

Successful candidate will demonstrate their experience in BMS/HVAC project work in construction and service industry, an understanding of the challenges of working in a dynamic and fast-growing business, and the following attributes:

• Proven experience in building HVAC, Mechanical & building automation system
• TCP Qualified or higher on the Tridium Niagara framework.
• Good written & verbal communication skills and exceptional time management
• Good Knowledge of OT Networks, communications and Building Interfacing
• Degree qualifications in Engineering (Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electrical, Computer Science or related discipline)
• Green star & NABER rated project experiences (preferred)
• Strong interest in building automation systems and operational technology (OT)
• Understanding of Software Development principles
• Understanding of Networks and Communications
• Valid Driver's Licence
• Good Knowledge in Energy Management Systems and optimisation

Culture

Most importantly the candidate will be able to demonstrate how they work within the VAE company values of Energy, Synergy and Success. We are proud of the VAE Group culture and it is key to the company's significant growth & low employee turnover.

Diversity and Inclusion

At VAE we commit to building and fostering an inclusive culture that promotes and values diversity. We provide equal opportunities for great people from variety of backgrounds & cultures as we believe our diverse and engaging workforce drives innovation. We're searching for like-minded people that complement our core principles and company culture.

If problem-solving and innovation are motivational to you, a career with VAE Group will provide these opportunities – apply and join us today