BAC Controls Field Engineer

POSITION PURPOSE

The Controls Field Engineer - HVAC automation is a pivotal role to support the advancement of BAC’s Vision of “Reinventing cooling to sustain the world.” The ideal candidate will have a passion for sustainability, and will directly enable the reduction of carbon emissions on customer sites.

This position offers the opportunity to work with cutting edge AI / Machine Learning technology in the advancement of sustainability goals.

Specifically, this position has primary responsibility for field deployment of BAC’s AI / Machine learning technology into the HVAC market.

This position serves as the primary contact for hardware and controls integration in the field to ensure successful system start-up and commissioning services when provided directly by BAC.

They provide a high level of technical expertise and have experience working with different BAS providers.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

Most importantly, a successful candidate needs to be self-motivated and able to solve problems on the fly to drive successful implementation of BAC’s Loop™ platform.  This includes successful coordination of both internal and external resources to ensure efficient deployment of Loop for a seamless customer experience. 

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate


* Minimum of 5 years of experience as a BAS Controls Technician Experience with analog and digital Building Automation Systems (BAS) and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition Systems (SCADA), and control system logic design.


* Understanding of networks, VPNs, competent computer troubleshooting, general IT knowledge (VM, remote desktop, servers, routers, ports, encryption/SSL)


* Experience configuring and troubleshooting HVAC controls, drives, and electronic components, as well as PLC & VFD programming.


* Knowledge of software engineering and encrypting languages.


* Knowledge of flow meters, temp.

sensors, wireless mesh technology.


* Well-versed in communication protocols such as analog, BACnet, and Modbus, and familiarity with different BAS platforms such as Automated Logic, Siemens, Schneider, Honeywell, and JCI.

 Knowledge of Tridium and/or J2 Innovation products is a plus.


* Experience with integrating proprietary communication protocols with BACnet.


* Strong understanding of process control concepts with experience in understanding P&IDs, cause and effects, control narratives, I/O data, industrial instrumentation, and electrical concepts.


* 5+ years of experience with commercial/industrial HVAC/R or commercial/industrial refrigeration equipment is strongly preferred.


* High attention to detail, strong customer service focus (internal and external customers).


* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


* Technical expertise must be complemented by self-motivation, relationship building skills, effective communication skills with the ability to communicate technical information in layman’s terms...