Field Engineer, Building Management Systems (BMS)

Control Solutions Group, Inc.•New York, NY

21h•$80,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

Control Solutions Group, Inc., an EMCOR Group company, is seeking a Field Engineer, Building Management Systems (BMS), for its New York City team. The role programs, develops graphics for, deploys, diagnoses, troubleshoots, and commissions building automation and management systems in construction environments. It also involves supervising installation subcontractors and coordinating controls-related construction activities. The Field Engineer develops hardware engineering deliverables, including drawings and submittals, and software deliverables, including programming and graphics, in consultation with appropriate parties. The position is responsible for field coordination across controls projects and for supporting technicians and field supervisors. The role requires effective planning, problem-solving, teamwork, customer service, and the ability to manage deadlines.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, civil engineering, mathematics, or physics.
At least 5–7 years of field experience in the HVAC controls industry, including DDC system commissioning, software integration operation, calibration, and experience with pneumatic controls.
Understanding of the construction industry, particularly mechanical and electrical fields.
Ability to read and understand sequences of operation.
Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, WebCTRL, AutoCAD, and various operating systems.
A track record of completing jobs on schedule, working independently, and achieving customer satisfaction.
Ability to plan and schedule work, meet strict deadlines, make decisions, solve problems, and negotiate.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively while providing excellent customer service and maintaining client relations.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Automated Logic commissioning tools.
Field circuit debugging skills.

Responsibilities

Develop project programming and graphics that meet specified sequences and graphics requirements and conform to established site standards.
Deploy programming, graphics, and front-end configuration files at job sites, confirm functionality, and make necessary adjustments.
Participate in multiple automation installation projects.
Consult with the Project Manager about scope additions and deductions, priorities, and deadlines.
Review contract documents, RFIs, and project correspondence concerning approved additional scope; determine the work to be executed and confirm with the Project Manager.
Devise solutions that allow required work to be completed so subsequent trade work can begin on time.
Support technicians and field supervisors on projects as needed.
Develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with company members, clients, subcontractors, and other trade contractors.
Meet short-notice and unpredictable deadlines.
Troubleshoot and repair building automation system panels, communications equipment, printed circuit boards, power supplies, electrical and electronic controls, sensors, and transducers.
Edit building automation system point programs, including determining conversion patterns, defining point acronyms, and obtaining alarm specifications from operating personnel.
Implement energy conservation measures using or modifying existing building automation system features, including mathematical computation and environmental controls.
Plan, organize, and complete assigned responsibilities within established time parameters.
Assist with evaluation and training of junior technicians or programmers.
Continuously improve job-related skills and stay current with industry changes.