Talent Community Senior Application Engineer

Overview

Talent Community Senior Application Engineer

Location options:
Dallas, Las Vegas, Phoenix, Remote (US), Salt Lake City. Service line: GWS Segment. Role type:
Full-time. Areas of Interest:
Project Management.

Create control databases, user interfaces and setup of control systems based on project specification and/or sale proposal. Perform field startup and system commissioning tasks. Provide on-site and remote technical support to installers and customers. A Senior Application Engineer will be responsible for mentoring team members in their subject matter expertise areas.

• Create programming logic using flow diagrams, sequences of operation, understanding panel layouts, termination details and project specifications or sales proposal.
• Program control applications using various software tools to support operator workstations, DDC field panels and third-party integration devices connected through multiple communications protocols.
• On-site and remote installation of software and control programs.
• Perform job site system checkout, commissioning and testing of control applications to verify proper operation according to project specifications, sales proposal and design documentation.
• Develop system user interfaces, according to project specifications or sales proposal.
• Provide on-site and remote technical support to installers and customers.
• Act as the technical liaison between owner/construction managers.
• Deliver on-site and remote end user training for the use of the installed system.
• Perform advanced system analysis and diagnostics; determine corrective action to restore systems to proper operating condition.
• Coordinate system installation with installing contractor at job site as required.
• Perform final walkthrough with owner and construction manager to ensure all punch list items are complete and job receives signoff of substantial completion.
• Responsible for completing projects assigned by a Lead Application Engineer; submit weekly timesheet with a breakdown of hours spent on each project assignment to Business Portal as required.
• Develop and mentor the Application Engineers.

No formal supervisory responsibilities in this position. Provides informal technical guidance and training to coworkers. Coordinates and assigns tasks to coworkers within a project. Leads by example and models behaviors consistent with the company’s values.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in HVAC, Electrical, Mechanical or Software Engineering required or a minimum of two years’ experience in Building Automation Controls, Building Automation Sales, and/or Account Management, Project Management.

Knowledge

• Proficient with understanding controls and HVAC systems and their terminology.
• Thorough knowledge of the use, setup and operation of Windows-based computers and desktop applications such as MS Word and MS Excel.
• Knowledge of Google Drive and associated applications is a plus.
• Proficient in programming tools and communication networks including Niagara (Tridium) Software.
• Proficient in reading BAS and MEP drawings to determine compatibility with programming requirements.

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional attitude; maintain a clean and neat appearance.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Willingness to mentor and develop others.

Core Skills

REQUIRED - Expert knowledge in a minimum of three of the following:

• Niagara 4 Software
• DGLux5 Software
• Distech Controls Software
• API Protocols
• BACnet Protocol
• Modbus Protocol
• Lon Protocol
• IT Networking
• Commissioning
• Troubleshooting

RISE = Respect / Integrity / Service / Excellence

• Stand, sit, squat, stoop and kneel; physical movement as part of job duties.
• Walking, climbing, standing, bending, reaching, grasping, bending and flexing arms, wrists, hands and fingers; turning torso and head.
• Adequate visual and auditory acuity; ability to work with close and distant vision, with or without corrective lenses.

• Mathematics: ability to perform routine arithmetic calculations typical for HVAC applications.

• Primarily climate-controlled environment; potential exposure to hazards at job sites…