Building Automation Systems Specialist
About The Position
This Systems Specialist role supports Siemens’ Laurel, Maryland branch, serving customers throughout the greater Washington, D.C. area. The specialist participates in installing, starting up, and commissioning newly installed building automation system equipment, and helps verify system databases and programming against the project scope and sequence of operations. Regular customer interaction supports efficient, cost-effective building operation and sustainability. The role includes commissioning distributed digital control systems at construction sites, supporting networks and PC workstations, testing and verifying system operation, coordinating project-site activities, preparing reports and as-built documentation, and assisting with customer acceptance and training. The position is office/site based and may require 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, gained through a previous role or education, and user-level PC/software skills.
- On-the-job experience reading, understanding, and interpreting design and construction documents.
- Ability and willingness to work in varied conditions and locations, including on ladders, scaffolds, and high-lift equipment, and 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 at 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 creating 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 and participate in final inspections 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, as needed.
- Submit accurate time and expense reports.
- Work overtime when needed to meet commitments, including during compressed-schedule performance.
- Work rotational on-call and/or minimal overnight travel.
- Follow local, corporate, and OSHA safety policies and procedures, and provide dedicated customer support in a team environment.
Benefits
- Health and wellness benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
