Building Automation Systems (BAS) Project Specialist (Engineer II)

Fairfax County•Fairfax (Ej32), VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Fairfax County Facilities Management Department seeks an Engineer II who, under general supervision of the Building Automation System (BAS) division Project Coordinator, serves as a technical expert to plan, execute, operate, maintain, and repair Building Automation Systems (BAS)/Energy Management Control Systems (EMCS) in over 100 commercial buildings across over 12 million square feet of occupiable space.

Requirements

Graduation from a four-year college or university accredited by the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technologies with a bachelor's degree in the appropriate engineering or architectural field.
One year of professional experience in the appropriate engineering field.
Valid driver's license
Must be able to climb ladders.
Must be able to communicate by telephone and computer.
Must be able to discern color for review and monitoring of electronic systems.
Must be willing to attend off site training programs.
Must have eyesight adequate to review engineering plans.
Must maintain a valid driver's license.
All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

Nice To Haves

At least two years’ direct experience as the (BAS/EMCS Engineer) managing, operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, developing sequencing, repairing, and optimizing commercial building Building Automation Systems (BAS)/Energy Management Control Systems (EMCS)/Building Energy Management Systems (BEMS).
Certifications in Trane Tracer SC, Trane Tracer, BACnet, Siemens, Delta.
Strong budget and contract management skills.
At least two years’ experience as the lead staff member accountable for operating and maintaining Building Automation Systems (BAS)/Energy Management Control Systems (EMCS).
Possess a valid Master HVAC license.
Bilingual in English and another language.

Responsibilities

Directly responsible for performing BAS and EMCS operations, sequencing, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs in compliance with Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code and all other applicable codes and ordinances, as well as county and department requirements and procedures.
Develops unique solutions to meet specific operational requirements while managing associated risks.
Takes complete responsibility and ownership of complex critical building BAS/EMCS, HVAC and electrical systems across the portfolio of Facilities Management Department buildings.
Serves as department expert for BAS/EMCS systems to include equipment, protocols, building codes, information technology interfacing and integration, and process control system troubleshooting and documentation of control activities.
Uses strong IT programming as well as mechanical and electrical problem-solving skills to ensure successful operation and maintenance of BAS/EMCS.
Reviews trend data and on-site performance using building load simulation software programs to ensure compliance with design.
Re-commissions building controls optimization systems that provide both long- and short-term goals to reduce utility usage and costs and minimize our impact on the environment.