Job Description
Job Description
Description :
ModernControls is a leading provider of HVAC and building automation services for commercial facilities across Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, Virginia and Washington D.C.. With over 200 employees, and a fleet of 100 service vehicles, our team of experts install, maintain, and design Building Automation and HVAC systems designed to help facility managers control building environments and operating costs.
About the Building Automation Programmer position : We are looking for a Building Automation Programmer(s) to join our growing company. In this role you will be a key member of our business automation team and work directly with the facility team, architects, and engineers to design, review, and implement building automation projects for our commercial customers. We are looking for career-minded professional who wants to make an impact and grow in the role, with 4 office locations in PA / NJ, DE, MD / ES VA and DC / MD / VA. The typical career path for new BAS Programmers at ModernControls is to partner with Senior BAS Programmers and evolve into a Senior BAS Programmer or Senior Controls Engineer.
Key Responsibilities :
- Program and configure DDCs for HVAC systems
- Collaborate with design and engineering teams for seamless system integration
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues with control systems
- Commission, diagnose, and repair environmental-control systems.
- Ensure reliability and optimization of building automation solutions
Day-to-day activities :
INSTRUMENTATION (30%)
Develop BAS and network architectures per client's RFQ's, project drawings and documentationDesign and propose controls hardware appropriate for a project based upon the aboveResearch and select a specific control system beneficial for the type of projectProvide technical support for BAS Support TechniciansInspect completed control enclosuresLead multiple project implementations with several different customersCoordinate and manage BAS Support Technicians regarding work associated with assigned projectsServe as a primary technical contact to management regarding projectsBAS DESIGN AND CONFIGURATION (50%)
Participate in project design review meetingsCreate systems using project hardware and computersConfigure user interface and MMI screensConfigure BAS control algorithmsProvide custom BAS control algorithms as requiredExecute internal functional and quality control testingProvide BAS as-built documentation to BAS Support TechnicianPerform customer demonstrations and acceptance testingDevelop and implement project graphics and interfacesSales / Estimating supportONSITE BAS STARTUP (20%)
Work in a supervisor role or with a team at a customer siteWork effectively and efficiently with subcontractorsInstall project software and configuration onto site systemsProvide modifications / additions to site graphics as requiredPerform integration functions as requiredPerform point mappingPerform system commissioning via point-to-point loop checksPerform instrumentation and software calibration and tuningParticipate in functional tests of all systemsTroubleshoot installation discrepancies of new systemsProgram field modifications as requiredPerform troubleshooting / service for existing systemsAssist with developing commissioning test plans and documentation updatesAssist with developing training documentation / presentation on operations and maintenance of system requirementsRequirements :
Qualifications : To perform this job successfully, an 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.
Education and / or Experience
3 years of Building Automation (BAS) programming experienceStrong understanding of HVAC controls / equipmentFundamental understanding of how to repair, adjust, and calibrate BAS systemsAbility to read construction blueprints / documentsAbility to effectively communicate with end users and provide customer trainingStrong problem-solving skills and attention to detailMicrosoft Platform; including Adobe Acrobat and VisioMust have valid driver's licensePreferred Knowledge / Skills and Education
Bachelor / Associates degree in electronics or mechanical field or HVAC technologyN4 certificationAbility to provide technical support to customers when needed
