Junior Controls Engineer

Description:

This is an entry-level technical position of Junior Controls Engineer.  The primary purpose of the Controls Engineer position is to use your engineering education, and on-the-job training achieved to design, program, and field verify the desired operation of the controls systems.  This design should incorporate the desires of our end customers, consulting engineers, and our own engineers, programmers, and graphic artists. Through a series of end-of-process system and start-up checks, you will ensure the total package we deliver meets the design intent for installation, sequence of operations, specifications, and customer system interaction. Travel will be required to perform on -site startup of controls systems.  Software, hardware and program design & verification, system integrations, field testing and troubleshooting required.  Any knowledge of HVAC systems and low voltage controls is a plus.

Responsibilities:

In-office controls system engineering

• Ability to recognize the intent of any system and ensure its operation.
• Review estimate and contract documents.
• Size vales
• Complete controls design package in AutoCAD

In-office controls system programming

• Ability to recognize the intent of any system and ensure its operation.
• Review control system drawings and equipment sequences of operation.
• Create programs (DDC, point data, displays, and templates)

Start-up, commission, and provide field technical support for all control components to ensure proper functionality per specifications and owners requirements.

Provide support for BMS integration issues as needed.

Assist in controls system start-up and customers computer set-up.

Provide system support and training for customers and internal staff as needed.

Take service calls and provide technical support via telephone and remote access.

Assist with any parts delivery or service needed to guarantee completion of jobs as designated in scope of work.

Qualifications:

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

Education & Background:

• Education and /or Experience- Four Year College or University program degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, Engineering Physics, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Software related experience and training is a plus.)  have knowledge of common construction methods and tools as well as NEC and CMS code.  Have a working knowledge of electrical design concepts and HVAC machinery operation (both mechanically and electrically).  Online Alerton training certification will be provided.  A previous history or proven desire to understand, troubleshoot, and work hands-on with various pieces of equipment, electronics, pc hardware, software, databases, processes, networks, or smart integrated devices will aid in a successful transition into this position and the industry as a whole.
• Computer Skills- Knowledge of Outlook, Excel, Microsoft Word, AutoCAD, and Office 360.  Knowledge of software/IT/Database/ Network/Data Line troubleshooting required. Must be skilled in verbal and written communication as well as work effectively with the public.
• Physical Demands- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit; walk; stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus.

• Drug Testing/Background Check/ DMV Check- Clean drug test at time of hire required. Live scan for background check as required by contract.  Clean DMV record and proof of personal auto liability insurance.
• Work Environment- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or high heat conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; extreme cold; extreme heat; electrical shock and vibration. Being physically present at the office of the company with face-to-face contact is an essential function of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Supervisory Responsibilities- This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
• Other- Must be able to travel to job sites for on-site start-up and commissioning service to customers. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.  Maintains customer confidence by keeping information confidential.

Benefits Include:

Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, 401k and profit sharing, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.