Facilities Automation Engineer

University of Miami•Miami, FL

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Central Energy Plant has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Facilities Automation Engineer to work at the UHealth Medical Campus. The Facilities Automation Engineer works on matters involving building automation devices, networks, and the related computer systems to ensure high-quality facilities conditions and operations while safeguarding University assets. To optimize the operational efficiency of various building systems the person in this role provides technical support for chiller plant operations, energy control systems, network devices and enterprise automation platforms, including installations, setup, commissioning, field programming, maintenance, calibration, and repairs for all associated campus assets.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
Minimum 5 years of relevant experience
Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
Skill in collecting, organizing, and analyzing data.
Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
Proficiency in computer software (i.e. Microsoft Office).

Nice To Haves

Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Maintains computer systems, provides guidance and support to HVAC Mechanics and Energy Technicians, and makes recommendations to the Energy Manager on ways to improve the building automation system and reduce energy consumption.
Researches, evaluates, designs, implements, and monitors current sequence of operations to improve energy savings.
Performs analysis to test, develop, modify, and adapt application systems, hardware configurations, and interface programs.
Provides problem-solving expertise to troubleshoot and resolve production issues.
Verifies the accuracy and validity of the building management data to ensure systems integrity.
Maintains, calibrates, evaluates, and operates automated electronic-mechanical equipment.
Troubleshoots the electronic controls and mechanical systems using engineer/ shop drawings, and service manuals.
Oversees building energy performance and performs statistical data analysis.
Completes energy audits and commissioning efforts in compliance with accepted industry methods and tools.
Creates formal documentation, including memorandums, reports, status reports, etc.
Analyzes, monitors, and evaluates software operation.
Anticipates and determines appropriate directions and methods to resolve user/system problems.
Trains and supports personnel on the use of campus energy management system.
Performs project management for automation and energy projects.
Coordinates with vendors, building occupants, and building managers.
Supports project commissioning from the facility design construction program.
Acts as liaison between software consultants, the University of Miami, the departments of Medical Network Service, and Information Technology.
Repairs malfunctioning systems by repairing or replacing defective components or sub-systems.
Performs preventive maintenance on systems as indicated by manufacturers or department guidelines and ensures completion in a timely and thorough manner.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.