Facilities Systems Engineer - Tiered Sign-on Bonus up to $5,000

Wake County Government•Raleigh, NC

1d•$76,986 - $107,785•Onsite

About The Position

The Facilities Systems Engineer performs professional work supporting the maintenance, repair, and replacement of Wake County assets so that systems operate efficiently. The role supports Senior Engineers in improving energy efficiency across the County facilities portfolio and is responsible for maintaining and optimizing building automation systems, as well as providing technical and engineering expertise related to mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. The position provides engineering support for controlled systems, analyzes automation and utility data, identifies opportunities to improve energy efficiency, indoor air quality, and occupant comfort, and helps troubleshoot system issues. It also supports design and construction reviews, project planning and implementation, contractor coordination, and repairs to critical systems serving 24/7 facilities. The role may require work outside the regular schedule, including support during declared emergencies and adverse weather.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Technology and Facility Management, or a related field; equivalent education and experience are accepted.
Three years of job-related experience; equivalent education and experience are accepted.
Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record.
Strong knowledge and experience in building automation system installation, programming, and maintenance.
Ability to program, modify, and diagnose sequences in one or more building automation systems.
Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, including AHUs, VAV boxes, pumps, VFDs, boilers, chillers, lighting controllers, low-voltage control circuits, sensors, and automation controllers.
Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to use data from multiple sources to identify failures.
Ability to establish, configure, test, and maintain operating systems, application software, and building automation tools.
Critical-thinking and project-management skills, including the ability to multitask and prioritize.
Ability to exercise independent and sound judgment.
Strong customer service, integrity, collaboration, and efficiency-oriented approach.
Ability to communicate effectively and document problems and recommended resolutions using existing data sets.
Ability to communicate with people at all organizational levels with tact and diplomacy.
Excellent computer skills, including manipulating large databases and extracting relevant information.
Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and analytical skills.
Knowledge of workplace safety practices and personal protective equipment required to conform with OSHA requirements.
Ability to work outside the standard schedule as needed for facilities operating 24/7 and to participate in emergency preparedness and response operations.

Nice To Haves

Certification in a programming language for controls.
Five years of experience in engineering or building controls.
Firm grasp of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing operations, along with general construction knowledge.

Responsibilities

Provide engineering support for controlled systems to GSA and its divisions.
Work on the implementation and completion of special projects as assigned.
Design and prepare complex reports for GSA presentations and internal use.
Consult with Senior Facilities Engineers and the Senior Energy Engineer regarding system design compliance.
Maintain engineered control and data management system design guidelines.
Monitor building automation systems and identify and implement measures to improve energy efficiency, indoor air quality, and occupant comfort.
Modify control-system sequences of operation, while systems are operating or after hours, to reduce energy consumption and improve building comfort.
Interpret and diagnose system abnormalities and repair building systems with the goal of reducing facility energy consumption.
Analyze building automation, utility, and facility management data to identify meaningful trends.
Create and run reports from building automation trends and utility data to support troubleshooting and justify energy conservation projects.
Review building automation drawings and completed construction work to ensure County standards are maintained in new projects.
Collaborate with Project Managers to establish project scope, budget, design, schedule, and implementation.
Work with contractors to complete projects or tasks as needed.
Collaborate with other Trades groups to maintain critical systems for 24/7 operations and perform controlled-system service-level repairs and projects.
Support Emergency Operations Center actions during declared emergencies and respond to adverse weather conditions as needed.
Direct the implementation and completion of special projects as assigned.