Building Automation Project Engineer I

Schneider Electric•Corpus Christi, TX

15h

About The Position

Schneider Electric is seeking a Project Engineer specializing in Building Automation Systems (BAS) within its Digital Buildings organization. The role is responsible for project coordination, safety, software checkout, commissioning, software troubleshooting, and ensuring daily on-site project activities are completed. The engineer works collaboratively with project managers, procurement personnel, customers, subcontractors, contractors, and other trades to support installation and system performance. The position offers opportunities to develop technical and leadership skills while contributing to building automation projects and Schneider Electric’s sustainability ambitions.

Requirements

At least 4 years of experience as a Systems Application Engineer with related industry knowledge.
Demonstrated communication skills for interfacing directly with customers and other trades.
Experience with HVAC and security installations.
Proficiency in building systems and application of the company’s technology.
Experience coordinating on-site project team activities, including coordination with other trades, commissioning agents, and customers.

Responsibilities

Ensure design engineering activity aligns with the latest conformed construction documents before installation.
Modify and update design drawings and maintain red-line documents.
Collaborate with project managers and procurement personnel on purchasing and monitor budget risks.
Ensure materials are delivered to the site or subcontractors for installation.
Validate that hardware and project installation meet design requirements.
Diagnose communication problems, troubleshoot, and track software and hardware issues.
Participate in field quality-control or safety audits and review analyses and results.
Coordinate with on-site contractors to install equipment according to shop drawings.
Act as the primary point of contact for subcontractors during installation.
Independently coordinate and address issues during installation.
Collaborate with the Project Manager to coordinate projects through installation and provide feedback on manpower requirements.
Contribute to a complete operations-to-service turnover process.
Take responsibility for overall system functionality and performance.
Set up outside ISP connections and remote connectivity to customer sites.
Re-commission devices, equipment, and software as required.
Assist the Project Manager with material procurement.
Keep installation tracking sheets updated regularly.
Prepare customer-training manuals and provide customized training.