Building Automation HVAC Systems Technician

Location

• Austin, Texas, United States

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.

Transform the everyday with us! Our Systems Specialists participate in the installation, startup, and commissioning of building automation system equipment that has been newly installed and support verification of the system database and programming, ensuring consistency with the scope of work and sequence of operations. Our 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.

• Commission new distributed digital control systems on construction sites within planned timelines.
• Document commissioning details; communicate deficiencies and progress.
• Act as the Lead Technician and plan work with the Team Leader.
• Network technologies: perform data back‑up from data servers, create automated back‑up procedures, troubleshoot and resolve inconsistencies in functions or sequence of operations, configure PC workstations and user interfaces, and 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, and 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 as needed (compressed schedule may 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.

• 3+ years of experience with electro‑mechanical systems and user PC/software (either in a previous role or through education).
• Demonstrated on‑the‑job experience with integration of low‑voltage building sub‑systems and industry protocols such as LON, BACnet, N2, Modbus, etc.
• Reading, understanding, and interpreting design and construction documents.
• Ability and willingness to work in a variety of circumstances, including climbing ladders, scaffolds, high‑lift equipment, working in ducts, crawl spaces, roofs, basements, above ceilings, and in various conditions.
• Must be able to use hand tools, laptop, email, smartphone, and tablet, and be able to carry equipment and tools weighing up to 75 pounds unassisted.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Must be able to work overtime and on‑call 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.

• High school diploma or state‑recognized GED; associate or bachelor’s degree in electronics, mechanical engineering, or related field.

• Health and wellness benefits (details at ).
• Pay range $62,761 – $107,590 annually (actual wage may vary).

Siemens is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

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