Controls Engineer- Software Design Manager- Cincinnati, OH

COMPANY OVERVIEW

DeBra-Kuempel Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of EMCOR Group, Inc.  EMCOR is the world’s leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction and facilities services, including planning, consulting, and operations and maintenance.  DeBra-Kuempel combines the expertise of two of the tri-state’s oldest and most innovative companies, providing mechanical and electrical services to Cincinnati, Dayton, Columbus, Evansville, Lexington, Louisville, and the surrounding areas.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead, manage, and hold the software team accountable
• Interview and recommend staffing/hiring needs
• Monitor and implement new software release, versions, updates, licenses, and patches
• Recommend software tools for design team
• Attend project turnover meetings with the sales and project team.
• Coordination and turnover with Hardware Manager
• Assign projects to software engineers
• Manage software schedule and project requirements
• Recommend training for software team
• Evaluate and perform annual reviews software engineers
• Generate Eikon/SiteBuilder programming as required
• Review software/databases for energy savings, operation, consistency, labeling, operation
• Define and implement software programming and database standards
• Set IP/addressing and naming standards
• Provide programming support to field technicians and specialists
• Coordinate PID tuning with field technicians
• Coordinate third-party integration with field technicians
• Coordination and Turnover with Graphics Manager
• Provide programs/database to graphics team
• Identify any gaps or ambiguity in the project and submit RFIs as required
• Work with design engineers to develop written sequence of operations to run DDC equipment
• Mentor new employees and assist in their growth
• Train facility owners/operators
• Develop strong relationships with new and existing customers
• Ensure all software is backed up and loaded in Procore
• Escalate critical and/or sensitive issues to the Project Managers with recommendation for resolution
• Comply with all Company operating policies, procedures, and safety programs as established
• Perform additional assignments as required by the needs of the company or as directed

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PREFERRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Associate’s degree in related engineering/technology field required, bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, mechanical engineering or electrical engineering preferred.
• In lieu of engineering/technical degree, a combination of verifiable DDC specific training and two or more years of experience will be considered.
• DDC or PLC design experience preferred.

• DDC or PLC programming experience preferred.

• Strong understanding of the fundamentals of commercial electrical, HVAC, and control theory.
• Familiarity with third party equipment integration over protocols such as BACnet/Modbus.
• Experience in engineering, design, or maintenance of HVAC systems.
• Knowledge of the construction industry and contract documentation.

COMPUTER SKILLS

•  Must demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (i.e. Outlook, Work, Excel, etc.)
• Familiarity with coding/programming and other electrical, technical, or construction programs.
• Familiarity with building architecture and computer networks.
• Programming experience is required, graphical block programming experience is a plus.

REQUIRED ATTRIBUTES

The requirements listed below are representative of characteristics and demonstrated capabilities sought to perform this job successfully.

•  Must demonstrate integrity, honesty, professionalism, and commitment to company values.
•  Must be self-motivated and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
•  Must have excellent organizational, communication, strategic, technical, analytical, problem solving, and multi-tasking skills.
•  Must have high standards of quality with attention to detail.
•  Must build positive working relationships with peers, management, suppliers, and customers.

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As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success.  Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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