Senior Building Automation Systems Specialist

Siemens•San Francisco, CA

10d•$73,468 - $146,117•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Building Automation Systems Specialist supports Siemens’ Fremont, California branch, serving customers throughout the greater San Francisco area. The role performs complex installation, startup, commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting of newly installed building automation systems. It verifies complex system databases and programming against the scope of work and sequence of operations, resolves control-system malfunctions, and mentors lower-level staff. The specialist works regularly with customers to help improve energy efficiency, reduce costs, and support sustainable building operations. The role includes commissioning distributed digital control systems at construction sites, coordinating work and contractors, confirming network performance, testing system operation, documenting progress and deficiencies, and completing customer acceptance and training. It also requires job-site coordination, accurate reporting, adherence to safety policies, overtime when needed, and rotational on-call work and/or minimal overnight travel.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience with electro-mechanical systems, through a previous role or education, and user PC/software skills.
For Lead Level, at least 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 control systems and ability to test and modify system software in multiple languages.
Experience programming, starting up, checking out, and troubleshooting complex projects.
Experience integrating low-voltage building subsystems using industry protocols such as LON, BACnet, N2, or Modbus.
Ability to read, understand, and interpret design and construction documents.
Ability and willingness to work in varied conditions and locations, including ladders, scaffolds, high-lift equipment, ducts, crawl spaces, roofs, basements, and above ceilings.
Ability and willingness to use hand tools, a laptop, email, smartphone, and tablet, and to carry and move equipment and tools weighing up to 75 pounds unassisted.
Experience with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability and willingness to work overtime as needed.
At least 18 years of age and a valid driver's license with limited violations; must meet eligibility requirements for 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; an associate or bachelor’s degree in electronics, mechanical engineering, or a related field is also listed as preferred.
At least 5 years of experience installing and servicing electronic control or HVAC equipment.

Responsibilities

Commission new distributed digital control systems at construction sites within planned timelines.
Document commissioning details and communicate deficiencies and progress.
Act as lead technician and plan work with the Team Leader.
Support the Project Manager by attending job-site coordination meetings and verifying installation progress.
Back up data from data servers and create automated backup procedures.
Troubleshoot and resolve inconsistencies in system functions or sequences of operations.
Configure PC workstations and user interfaces, and confirm proper network performance.
Run routine reports to review system operation; perform final inspection, testing, and customer acceptance.
Provide customer training on system operations and complete routine written reports.
Provide plans and control-system documents to engineering for as-built drawings.
Coordinate trade contractors to perform startup services.
Work overtime when needed 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.
Mentor lower-level positions.