BAS Controls Field Engineer - Baltimore Aircoil Company

POSITION PURPOSE

The Controls Field Engineer - HVAC automation is a pivotal role to support the advancement of BAC’s Vision of “Reinventing cooling to sustain the world.” The ideal candidate will have a passion for sustainability, and will directly enable the reduction of carbon emissions on customer sites. This position offers the opportunity to work with cutting edge AI / Machine Learning technology in the advancement of sustainability goals.

Specifically, this position has primary responsibility for field deployment of BAC’s AI / Machine learning technology into the HVAC market. This position serves as the primary contact for hardware and controls integration in the field to ensure successful system start-up and commissioning services when provided directly by BAC. They provide a high level of technical expertise and have experience working with different BAS providers.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

Most importantly, a successful candidate needs to be self-motivated and able to solve problems on the fly to drive successful implementation of BAC’s Loop™ platform.  This includes successful coordination of both internal and external resources to ensure efficient deployment of Loop for a seamless customer experience. 

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a BAS Controls Technician Experience with analog and digital Building Automation Systems (BAS) and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition Systems (SCADA), and control system logic design.
• Understanding of networks, VPNs, competent computer troubleshooting, general IT knowledge (VM, remote desktop, servers, routers, ports, encryption/SSL)
• Experience configuring and troubleshooting HVAC controls, drives, and electronic components, as well as PLC & VFD programming.
• Knowledge of software engineering and encrypting languages.
• Knowledge of flow meters, temp. sensors, wireless mesh technology.
• Well-versed in communication protocols such as analog, BACnet, and Modbus, and familiarity with different BAS platforms such as Automated Logic, Siemens, Schneider, Honeywell, and JCI.  Knowledge of Tridium and/or J2 Innovation products is a plus.
• Experience with integrating proprietary communication protocols with BACnet.
• Strong understanding of process control concepts with experience in understanding P&IDs, cause and effects, control narratives, I/O data, industrial instrumentation, and electrical concepts.
• 5+ years of experience with commercial/industrial HVAC/R or commercial/industrial refrigeration equipment is strongly preferred.
• High attention to detail, strong customer service focus (internal and external customers).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Technical expertise must be complemented by self-motivation, relationship building skills, effective communication skills with the ability to communicate technical information in layman’s terms, and the ability to effectively work in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated strength in project management, organization, and planning.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Niagara / Tridium) are highly desirable.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Conduct pre-sales site visits to evaluate chiller plant facilities of prospective clients to assess their suitability for our optimization technology. Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of all site visits.
• Lead on-site installation, validation and commissioning of hardware, sensors, and controls systems (BAC’s and other third party’s systems).
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution.
• Direct pre-commissioning process with customers to facilitate successful equipment installation and avoid issues before startup.
• Ensure customer satisfaction through quick follow-up to problems/customer concerns, good root cause analysis, & complete feedback.
• Assist the Controls Engineer with planning and execution of field installations and project execution.
• Document commissioning activities, and communicate relevant findings to the internal Sales, Quality, and Engineering organizations.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships and ensure customer needs are positively satisfied.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

• Business Leader – BAC Loop™
• VP Business Development
• BAC Loop Team
• Global Engineering Team

NATURE & SCOPE

The Controls Engineer – HVAC automation reports to the Business Development Leader – BAC Loop™.  This role will have interactions with all areas and levels within the organization, as well as customers and suppliers.  This role does not currently have direct reports.

 WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk up to 50% of the time.  Working conditions include those of a normal construction environment, as well as standard hazards associated with installed HVAC equipment and rotating equipment. This position requires occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs, and travel of >50% of the time domestically with the potential for international travel.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)