What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Engineer position at Automatic Building Controls?
Building Automation Systems (BAS) Project Engineer
Automatic Building Controls, LLC / FIX Consulting, LLC are building automation contractors and systems integration consultants specializing in enterprise solutions, LEED (sustainability), commissioning, and service since 1976. We consult and support our customers in the ever-changing world of building automation and controls. This position will report to the Construction Team Leader & the EVP of Operations. Under limited supervision, Plans and analyzes assigned projects, establishes schedules and project parameters, and sets procedures to accomplish system objectives involving complex contracting applications. Strives for excellence in customer satisfaction through on-site customer interface and communications. Completes required project documentation.
This position will report to the VP of Operations. Under limited supervision, conducts application design, design repair, installation, and commissioning of systems. Strives for excellence in customer satisfaction through on-site customer interface and communications. With complete technical competence, mentors fellow technicians on building automation and service activities. Completes required project documentation.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
Design control systems based upon project requirements or industry standards requiring knowledge of electronic or digital controls systems. Document these designs using AutoCAD or Visio into control drawings. Write and test the programs using the languages of control systems software.
Field manages installation projects, consults with the customer, provides proposals for retrofits, upgrades, and design enhancements to systems, provides technical recommendations for sales leads, and manages assigned work to meet or exceed customer expectations.
Provides sketches of field changes and discrepancies for engineering corrections and drawings. May assist with job layouts and bid proposals.
Reports problems to management problems and interfaces with company employees and subcontractors on projects to coordinate activities as required professionally.
Communicates with customers upon arrival and informs them of the nature of the service provided before leaving the site.
Meets regularly with customers to become familiar with operating problems. Documents any outstanding issues with the customer and recommends system upgrades or replacements. Promotes the sale of additional technical support and work.
Practices all company and customer safety processes. Follows safety procedures while working on-site with other contractors and subcontractors.
Trains and teaches the customer in control systems operations and provides manuals and documentation as required, complete job documentation, completion certificate, customer training, certificates, and punch lists.
Conducts extensive self-study to enhance and improve proficiency in various product lines.
Job Requirements : Bachelor of Engineering Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Preferred, 2 years technical education in a field acceptable. Knowledge of Computers and computer software packages including but not limited to (AutoCAD, VISIO, MS Office, Explorer, and HTML)
Knowledge of heating, ventilating, and air conditioning equipment and related DDC and building management systems
Working knowledge of Internet-related technologies and programming along with web-based graphics. Ability to read blueprints and interpret specifications.
3 years of field or applications engineering experience in BAS and HVAC principles.
Experience with Niagara Framework, BACnet, and graphical programming languages a plus; Distech and Tridium experience highly desirable with the ability to manage own backlog to ensure timely and accurate job completion.
Performance will be measured against the estimated budget and ability to meet project revenue targets.
What we offer :
Our benefits package includes Health, Dental, Life, Long-term disability, and 401k. Relevant education is paid for in full, along with vacation and holiday pay, a company cell phone, and a laptop. We offer a car allowance. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. The salary range is $80,000 depending upon professional experience and educational background.
Salary : $80,000
