Building Automation System (BAS) Engineer - Malace HR

Job Title: Building Automation System (BAS) Engineer

Job Summary:

Are you a proactive problem-solver with a passion for optimizing building systems and ensuring their peak performance? As a BAS Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of maintaining and improving critical building automation systems, ensuring energy efficiency, safety, and operational excellence. You'll monitor various automation systems-such as temperature, humidity, air pressure, and more-across our facilities, swiftly responding to alarms, identifying issues, and taking action to protect equipment, personnel, and research operations. If you enjoy troubleshooting, system analysis, and collaboration with a dynamic team, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• System Monitoring & Performance: Oversee the status of key automation systems (BAS, fire monitoring, research-related systems, etc.), ensuring that all equipment operates within optimal parameters. Quickly respond to alarms and issues to safeguard system integrity.

• Energy Efficiency: Proactively monitor and assess the building automation system to promote energy-efficient operations and reduce waste, contributing to sustainability initiatives.

• Troubleshooting & Support: Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and control system technicians to diagnose and resolve equipment issues, ensuring minimal downtime and rapid system recovery.

• Work Order Management: Log and track system and equipment issues in the CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System), providing clear, detailed work orders to facilitate quick resolutions.

• Trend Analysis & Training: Review system trends and performance reports to build your expertise and continually improve your technical knowledge. Stay up-to-date on the latest developments and best practices.

• Collaboration & Communication: Work seamlessly with BAS technicians, mechanics, electricians, and external teams to ensure a smooth workflow, especially during commissioning, troubleshooting, and system startup.

• Documentation & Change Control: Maintain accurate records of alarm activities, system changes, and lockout/tagout logs. Ensure compliance with all SOPs and provide necessary documentation for any system changes or updates.

• Safety & Compliance: Support safety protocols, including Lockout/Tagout procedures, and ensure all operations adhere to safety standards and regulations.

• Team Support: Support HVAC Supervisors, BAS Engineers, and other personnel in day-to-day operations, commissioning, troubleshooting, and system startups.

Desired Qualifications:

• High School diploma required; trade school certification or degree is a plus.
• General understanding of BAS systems, particularly Siemens, Honeywell, and JCI, with a focus on their application in industrial/commercial environments.
• Familiarity with basic HVAC systems, controls, and alarms.
• Strong understanding of automation system architecture (headend controllers, local controllers, communication networks).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word for reporting and documentation.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams.
• Calm and composed in high-pressure situations, especially during alarm events.
• Ability to quickly learn new concepts and stay on top of industry trends.
• Willingness to work in varied environments, including field sites, while adhering to safety standards and wearing appropriate PPE.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to walk/stand for extended periods in the field.
• Flexibility to travel to different sites and work in varying climates, with proper PPE in place.

Why Join Us?

This is a great opportunity for anyone looking to grow their career in building systems and automation. You'll be working with state-of-the-art technology, collaborating with skilled professionals, and playing a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of mission-critical systems. If you're ready to contribute to an innovative, energy-efficient, and safety-conscious work environment, we'd love to hear from you.