Lead / Sr. Building Automation Controls HVAC Technician

Siemens•Dallas, TX

10h•$72,757 - $124,726•Onsite

About The Position

This role supports our Plano, TX branch location, which serves customers throughout the greater Dallas, TX area. Siemens is a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. Our Smart Buildings help to create efficient, safe, adaptable, and responsible environments. Our aim isn’t just about improving buildings; it’s about creating perfect places that improve people’s lives. Our Lead Systems Specialists perform complex installation, startup, and commissioning of building automation system equipment that has been newly installed. They complete verification of complex system database and programming operations, ensuring consistency with the scope of work and sequence of operations. They diagnose and repair complex control system malfunctions and act as a mentor to lower-level positions. Our Lead Systems Specialists are the face of Siemens, and your expertise and regular interaction with the customer will help them save energy and money, as well as create a more sustainable future for our environment.

Requirements

3+ years of experience with Electro-mechanical systems (either in a previous role or through education) and user PC/software skill
3+ years of experience installing and servicing electronic control or HVAC equipment
Experience writing computer programs and software applications related to the HVAC industry
Knowledge of a variety of electronic or digital controls systems, and ability to test and write modifications to system software in multiple languages
Experience programming, job start-up, checkout, and troubleshooting complex projects
Experience with the integration of low voltage building sub-systems industry protocols, such as LON, BACnet, N2, Modbus, etc.
Ability to read, understand, and interpret design and construction documents
Ability and willingness to work in a variety of circumstances, including climbing ladders, scaffolds, and high lift equipment, working in ducts, crawl spaces, roofs, basements, above ceilings, and in various conditions
Must be able and willing to use hand tools, laptop, email, smartphone, and tablet as well as able to carry and move equipment and tools weighing up to 75 pounds unassisted
Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
Must be able and willing to work overtime as needed
Must be 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license with limited violations; must meet eligibility requirements to participate in 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 related
5+ years of experience installing and servicing electronic control or HVAC equipment
Expereince with PLC and/ or block programming

Responsibilities

Commission new distributed digital control systems on construction sites within planned timelines
Documents commissioning details; communicate deficiencies and progress
Act as the Lead Technician and plans work with Team Leader
Support the Project Manager by attending job site coordination meetings and verifying installation progress
Network technologies: Perform data back-up from data servers and create automated back-up procedures. Troubleshoot and resolve inconsistencies in the functions or sequence of operations. Configure PC workstations and user interfaces. Confirm proper network performance
Operational testing, verification, and acceptance: Run routine reports to review system operation
Perform final inspection, testing and customer acceptance.
Provide customer training on system operations.
Complete and submit routine written reports.
Provide plans and control system documents to engineering for as-built drawings
Project site communication and coordination: Coordinate trade contractors to perform startup services
Work overtime when needed (Compressed schedule performance can be a factor and will require extended hours to meet commitments)
Work rotational On-Call and/or Minimal Overnight Travel
Submit accurate time and expense reports
Adhere to local, corporate, and OSHA safety policies and procedures