Project Specialist - BAS
About The Position
Project Specialist I supports the design, development, and implementation of automation and control systems for industrial and critical environment applications. Working closely with senior engineers and project teams, the role assists with Building Automation Systems development, system testing, commissioning, and documentation. It offers hands-on experience across the project lifecycle while building technical skills, troubleshooting capabilities, and customer-facing communication in a collaborative engineering environment. The position involves customer-site visits, support through construction, testing and commissioning of completed systems, preparation of final project documentation, and troubleshooting BAS hardware and software. The employee must be able to access and inspect building control and industrial machinery areas, travel as required, and maintain a clean driving record.
Requirements
- High school diploma or a two-year technical degree in HVAC- or electronics-related studies; the technical degree is preferred.
- At least 1 year of experience in HVAC and/or building automation.
- Knowledge of Building Automation System programming.
- Experience with BAS software, user interfaces, and system integration platforms.
- Knowledge and proficiency in system data storage and transfer.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent analytical problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Clean driving record.
- Ability to access and inspect all areas of building control and industrial machinery.
- Ability to travel as required.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Computer or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience/training.
- At least 2 years of experience in a mission-critical or industrial environment.
- Knowledge of Building Automation System programming and controls, with experience using platforms such as Distech, Alerton, Honeywell, and Tridium Niagara.
- Experience with BACnet and DDC systems, protocols, or programming.
Responsibilities
- Determine design and performance parameters for control system applications.
- Determine system I/O maps and help specify hardware to meet current design requirements and accommodate potential future system growth.
- Visit customer sites to support sales discussions about technical details of potential solutions.
- Provide direction and support through the construction process.
- Perform, assist with, and sign off on final testing and commissioning of completed systems.
- Initiate final technical documentation (As-Builts) for completed projects.
- Troubleshoot and debug Building Automation System hardware and software.
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance to technicians, customers, and sales teams.
- Work with the Engineering/Design team to create submittal and panel drawings.
- Maintain a clean driving record.
- Access and inspect all areas of building control and industrial machinery.
- Travel as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) with company match
- Life, AD&D, and LTD coverage
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pet insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
