Senior Building Automation Systems Specialist

Siemens•Savannah, GA

18d•$58,834 - $95,858•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Building Automation Systems Specialist supports customers throughout the greater Savannah, Georgia area. The role participates in the installation, startup, and commissioning of newly installed building automation system equipment and verifies system databases and programming against the scope of work and sequence of operations. As a customer-facing representative of Siemens, the specialist helps customers improve energy efficiency and building operations while supporting a more sustainable environment. The specialist commissions distributed digital control systems at construction sites, documents progress and deficiencies, and serves as a lead technician who plans work with the Team Leader. The role also performs network and workstation configuration and troubleshooting, conducts operational testing and customer acceptance, coordinates trade contractors, and provides customer training and documentation. Overtime and rotational on-call work may be required, along with minimal overnight travel.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience programming, performing point-to-point verification, and commissioning DDC control systems.
On-the-job experience integrating low-voltage building subsystems using industry protocols such as LON, BACnet, N2, or Modbus.
On-the-job experience reading, understanding, and interpreting design and construction documents.
Ability and willingness to work in varied conditions, including climbing ladders, scaffolds, and high-lift equipment and working in ducts, crawl spaces, roofs, basements, and above ceilings.
Ability to use hand tools, a laptop, email, a smartphone, and a tablet.
Ability to carry and move equipment and tools weighing up to 75 pounds unassisted.
Experience with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to work overtime and on-call 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.
Associate or bachelor's degree in electronics, mechanical engineering, or a related field.

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.
Back up data from servers and create automated backup procedures.
Troubleshoot and resolve inconsistencies in system functions or sequences of operation.
Configure PC workstations and user interfaces and confirm proper network performance.
Run routine reports to review system operation.
Perform final inspections, 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.
Coordinate trade contractors to perform startup services.
Work overtime as needed to meet commitments, including during compressed schedule performance.
Participate in rotational on-call work and minimal overnight travel as required.
Submit accurate time and expense reports.
Follow local, corporate, and OSHA safety policies and procedures.