What are the responsibilities and job description for the Applications Engineer position at Actalent?
Application Engineer - Ashburn, VA (Hybrid/Remote)
We are hiring 2 Engineers to support the software development, commissioning/installation, and testing for building management systems! This role will allow for all development to be done from home, but candidates must be local in order to come onsite in Manassas, VA or Ashburn, VA for commissioning and testing.
Job Responsibilities:
- Develop code to monitor and control electrical and mechanical devices to deliver ventilation, steam, chilled water, hot water, and humidification.
- Resolve programming problems by clarifying the project manager’s complaint, determining the cause of the problem, selecting and explaining the best solution to solve the problem, expediting correction or adjustment, and following up to ensure resolution.
- Contribute to the team effort in innovation, troubleshooting, and developing various aspects of BMS systems.
- Promote, build, and maintain good relations with customers, consultants, and project management; keep the supervisor informed of needs and actual or potential problems.
- Provide technical guidance and support, including set-up, check-out, operation, and troubleshooting of complex building automation and control systems; verify the functional performance of systems.
- Provide recommendations on equipment and systems operation and modification for energy conservation, efficiency, and reliability.
- Perform emergency connections to neutralize alarm conditions and restore proper operation.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
3-6 years of professional experience with the following:
- Experience developing software for controls or electrical systems. HVAC experience is highly desired.
- Familiarity with C or another Object Oriented Programming language (C#, Java, Python)
- Experience with Modbus and BACnet protocols.
- Proficiency in function block programming (MATLAB/Simulink, Mathematica)
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to troubleshoot hardware and software system failures.
Desired:
- Bachelor or Associate of Science in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
- Experience working on Building Automation Systems (BAS).
- Experience with MQTT/RabbitMQ
- Experience with Windows and SQL.
- Knowledge of Tridium
- Experience within HVAC or electrical fields is ideal.
C2C/Sponsorship is not available for this opportunity
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $62.50 - $72.12
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Owings Mills,MD.
Application Deadline
This position will be accepting applications until Jan 20, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $63 - $72
