Building Automation (BAS) Programmer

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 documentation

Design and propose controls hardware appropriate for a project based upon the above

Research and select a specific control system beneficial for the type of project

Provide technical support for BAS Support Technicians

Inspect completed control enclosures

Lead multiple project implementations with several different customers

Coordinate and manage BAS Support Technicians regarding work associated with assigned projects

Serve as a primary technical contact to management regarding projects

BAS DESIGN AND CONFIGURATION (50%)

Participate in project design review meetings

Create systems using project hardware and computers

Configure user interface and MMI screens

Configure BAS control algorithms

Provide custom BAS control algorithms as required

Execute internal functional and quality control testing

Provide BAS as-built documentation to BAS Support Technician

Perform customer demonstrations and acceptance testing

Develop and implement project graphics and interfaces

Sales/Estimating support

ONSITE BAS STARTUP (20%)

Work in a supervisor role or with a team at a customer site

Work effectively and efficiently with subcontractors

Install project software and configuration onto site systems

Provide modifications/additions to site graphics as required

Perform integration functions as required

Perform point mapping

Perform system commissioning via point-to-point loop checks

Perform instrumentation and software calibration and tuning

Participate in functional tests of all systems

Troubleshoot installation discrepancies of new systems

Program field modifications as required

Perform troubleshooting/service for existing systems

Assist with developing commissioning test plans and documentation updates

Assist 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 experience

Strong understanding of HVAC controls/equipment

Fundamental understanding of how to repair, adjust, and calibrate BAS systems

Ability to read construction blueprints/documents

Ability to effectively communicate with end users and provide customer training

Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Microsoft Platform; including Adobe Acrobat and Visio

Must have valid driver's license

Preferred Knowledge/Skills and Education

Bachelor/Associates degree in electronics or mechanical field or HVAC technology

N4 certification

Ability to provide technical support to customers when needed

Full-time