HVAC Programmer

SpaceX•Bastrop, TX

About The Position

The HVAC Programmer at SpaceX works in a fast-paced environment, where the extraordinary becomes the everyday. The HVAC Programmer develops and integrates new and or existing applications into the technical infrastructure and existing business processes. The PHVAC Programmer will create and provide a complete programming package to the System Manager/Team. The package includes, but is not limited to, a Sequence of Operation, Virtual Points, pre-tested programming, and onsite Functional Test for assigned projects. This will involve training the technician team on how to interact with the control systems and overall helping improve all controls and automation for critical systems at the Bastrop facility.

Requirements

3+ years of experience programming HVAC controls
3+ years of experience with HVAC, pneumatic, mechanical, electrical systems and control systems
Must be available to work extended hours and weekends when needed, based on site operational needs; flexibility is required
Ability to provide on-call support in emergency situations
Occasional travel may be required based on specific projects; travel requirement is up to 15%
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

Nice To Haves

Associates degree
1+ years of vocational technical training preferred
Specialized skill training/certification
Strong leadership and organizational skills
4+ years Johnson Controls, Andover Controls, or Siemens Controls
4+ years Required license or certification
Willingness to work all required shift hours, including overtime and weekends, as needed
Detail oriented, organized, and demonstrates a high sense of urgency
Ability to work autonomously

Responsibilities

Set up processes to write all programs and virtual points
Work in conjunction with engineers, environmental control system/HVAC lead, and/or manager in order to produce controller and graphical software
Incorporate third-party software into the design of building Environmental Control Automation Systems
Identify and obtain the necessary components to network the building automation system workstations
Configure the software necessary to network the workstations
Set-up virtual and/or physical test system to test all programming prior to release to the field
Create functional test checkout sheets to be included in Specialist checkout books
Provide technical support before, during and after system installation
Provide recommendations to both engineering and technical teams as to how to make the Environmental Control Automation Systems more reliable
Provide in-house software support and assist in maintenance of existing system software
Provide onsite assistance at critical facilities with functional testing as required
Perform administrative duties such as expense reports, documentation of detail issues and time spent on tasks within work order system, writing weekly reports, acquiring vendor quotes, submitting purchase orders, etc