Senior Building Automation Systems Specialist

Senior Building Automation Systems Specialist

Job

Posted since: 24-Jun-2026

Organization:
Smart Infrastructure

Field of work:
Company

Experience level:
Experienced Professional

Job type:
Full‑time

Employment type:

Permanent

Location(s):

• Chantilly
  - Virginia
  - United States of America

Position Location:

This role supports our Chantilly, VA branch location, which serves customers throughout the greater Washington, D.C. area. This position specifically supports a Data Center.

• 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 Team Leader
• Network technologies:
  Perform data backup from data servers and create automated backup 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 as 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
• Support configuration and validation of power monitoring and metering systems, including basic verification of electrical measurements and system data accuracy
• Assist in troubleshooting data collection, alarm functionality, and system performance across integrated building and power monitoring platforms

• 3+ years of experience with electro‑mechanical systems and user PC/software (either in a previous role or through education)
• Basic understanding of electrical systems, including power distribution and metering concepts
• Exposure to networked system architectures and data‑driven platforms used for monitoring and reporting system performance
• Demonstrated on‑the‑job experience with:
• Integration of low‑voltage building sub‑systems 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, and 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 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 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
• Experience working with power monitoring systems, data center environments, or critical infrastructure applications
• Familiarity with energy or operational analytics platforms and related system integrations

Pay range: $68,401 - $117,259 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 their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic…