Building Automation Systems Specialist
About The Position
The Building Automation Systems Specialist supports Siemens’ Fremont, California branch and customers throughout the greater San Francisco area. The role participates in installing, starting up, and commissioning newly installed building automation system equipment, and helps verify system databases and programming against the scope of work and sequence of operations. The specialist interacts regularly with customers and supports energy savings and sustainable building operations. The position commissions distributed digital control systems at construction sites, supports network and workstation configuration, troubleshoots system operation, and assists with operational testing, customer acceptance, and training. The specialist coordinates work with technicians and project teams, maintains commissioning documentation and reports, and follows applicable safety procedures. The role may involve overtime, rotational on-call work, and minimal overnight travel.
Requirements
- At least 1 year of experience installing and servicing electronic control or HVAC equipment.
- Electro-mechanical experience, obtained through a previous role or education, and user PC/software skills.
- On-the-job experience reading, understanding, and interpreting design and construction documents.
- Ability and willingness to work in varied circumstances, including climbing ladders, scaffolds, and high-lift equipment, and working in ducts, crawl spaces, roofs, basements, and above ceilings.
- Ability and willingness to use hand tools, a laptop, email, a smartphone, and a tablet, and to carry and move equipment and tools weighing up to 75 pounds unassisted.
- Experience with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Ability and willingness to work overtime as needed.
- At least 18 years of age and a valid driver's license with limited violations; must meet eligibility requirements for Siemens' fleet vehicle program.
- Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or state-recognized GED.
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in electronics, mechanical engineering, or a related field.
Responsibilities
- Commission new distributed digital control systems on construction sites within planned timelines; document commissioning details and communicate deficiencies and progress.
- Plan work with the Lead Technician and Team Leader.
- Assist with data backups from data servers and creation of automated backup procedures.
- Support troubleshooting and resolution of inconsistencies in system functions or sequences of operations.
- Assist with setup and configuration of PC workstations and user interfaces.
- Support confirmation of proper network performance.
- Run routine reports to review system operation; participate in final inspection and testing; support customer acceptance; and assist with customer training on system operations.
- Complete and submit routine written reports, and provide plans and control system documents to engineering for as-built drawings.
- Support scheduling of trade contractors to coordinate startup services when needed.
- Submit accurate time and expense reports.
- Work overtime when needed, including extended hours to meet commitments on compressed schedules.
- Work rotational on-call and/or minimal overnight travel.
- Adhere to local, corporate, and OSHA safety policies and procedures, and provide dedicated customer support in a team environment.
Benefits
- Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits; details are available through the benefits website linked in the job posting.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
