Our Client, a leader in Building Automation Controls Systems is seeking Building Controls Consultant to add to their growing team. The purpose of this position is to deliver the final line of support for issues in the BAS/HVAC/and related technology space. These Consultants use industry knowledge to deliver technical expertise – networking, sequencing and programming of BAS systems – to solve issues from current clients. This is a customer facing role – work from home - that involves client travel at approximately 3-4 days per week in the Downtown Washington DC area. The role does include a company vehicle and gas card and pays in the $93K - $145K range based on experience, includes an annual bonus program, and a strong benefit program.
The key to this role is solid Controls experience using Niagara 4, on either Distech, Honeywell, or Siemens field programming (any of the 3). The role also calls for a high experience level in technology – BAS networking, sequencing and programming – Consultants will provide services related to the expansion, upgrade or replacement of building automation hardware and software for smart building infrastructure, as well as programming, configuring, and testing of Direct Digital Control (DDC) building automation and control systems. Incumbents of this role will also:
- Design and engineer control system hardware and software programming based on project plans, specifications, and other contract documents
- Perform network troubleshooting, database troubleshooting and repair programming
- Collaborate with the engineering team on the system configuration, network and software requirements, graphics, programming, and sequences of operations
- Develop and configure the sequence of operations, programming, graphics, database, network, and integrations into third party systems
- Maintain accurate and thorough project documentation and redlines
- Provide owner training as required by the project
- Execute system commissioning and functional testing
- Assist in installation of control hardware
- Startup and commission new hardware installations
- Provide project management assistance on projects as required, interfacing directly to customers
- Supervise sub-contractors and suppliers as needed
- Help educate lower-level technicians through on the job training as needed
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in the BAS Engineering realm
- 3+ years programming and working with BAS related software – Tridium/Niagara preferred
- 3+ years Device Programming with any of the following: Distech / Siemens / Honeywell
- Knowledge of HVAC System Sequences including Rooftop / Air Handling / Central Plants
- Ability to understand visual block programming
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Knowledge of DDC Control Theory and Applications as related to HVAC equipment
- Strong knowledge of common DDC communications protocols such as but not limited to BACnet, LON, Modbus, etc.
- Strong communication skills and customer service attitude towards solving technical problems and communicating with clients.
- Niagara N4 certification preferred but not required
Physical Requirements
- Physically able to climb overhead or crawl under spaces to complete jobs.
- Must be willing to work at heights.
- Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds at times.