Sr. Building Automation Controls Engineer; HVAC

Job Responsibilities

• Act on all problems, emergencies, and other matters affecting the building automation systems; suspend activities when undue risk to health, safety, or the environment is identified.
• Provide recommendations on equipment/systems operation and modification for energy conservation, efficiency, and reliability.
• Review designs and perform project management responsibilities for building automation systems modifications, additions, and expansions.
• Ensure all building automation system monitoring, operations and maintenance complies with policies and procedures, federal, state and local regulatory agency requirements.
• Train Utility System Operators and Facility Maintenance personnel on proper monitoring, operation and maintenance of the Metasys Building Automation System.
• Maintain effective automation systems Energy Management and Conservation programs, including oversight of program performance and reporting.
• Oversee the safe and efficient operation of all building automation systems (BAS).
• Coordinate with contractors, management, and supervisors to ensure timely reporting and troubleshooting of BAS issues.
• Act as liaison among FOM, contractors, and building tenants to minimize service disruptions.
• Develop and recommend preventive maintenance procedures for BAS.
• Coordinate and schedule operational tests, inspections, and maintenance of BAS by in-house and contractor personnel.
• Supervise designated staff to complete required activities.
• Oversee BAS-related construction and renovation work to ensure quality and compliance with contracts and hospital safety standards.
• Conduct quality assurance inspections.
• Monitor and evaluate CMMS effectiveness for BAS maintenance.
• Ensure preventive maintenance tasks and work orders are properly entered, scheduled, and completed.
• Review and approve changes to BAS maintenance schedules.
• Coordinate with design firms, oversee construction activities, and support contract development.
• Ensure high-quality training and commissioning for new systems.
• Conduct technical assessments to enhance operations and support the BAS Master Plan.
• Convert Metasys files to graphical formats, train staff on updated platforms, identify new monitoring opportunities, and implement energy-saving initiatives through system optimization.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet the goals and objectives of the department and institution.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Minimum Education and/or Training: Associate's degree required. Bachelor's degree preferred.

Minimum Experience: Bachelor's degree in a related area (e.g., Administration, Facilities Management, Mechanical) with 4+ years of relevant experience, or an associate's degree with 6+ years of relevant experience. Experience with building automation systems operation and maintenance is preferred. Some experience analyzing complex control sequences and providing solutions for difficult technical problems. Experience dealing with campus building occupants, contractors, and consultants.

Knowledge of heat transfer and fluid flow and the application of mechanical devices used for ventilation, steam, chilled water, hot water, and humidification. Expertise in hospital policies and departmental procedures is preferred. Basic proficiency in MS software and end-user proficiency in CMMS software.

Special Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Effectively relays understanding of diverse perspectives and handles communication across levels.
• Presents information clearly and tailored to the audience.
• Supports new directions and applies data-driven approaches to spot underperformance and take corrective actions.
• Finds solutions in collaboration with partners to align with functional priorities.
• Implements regular audits and inspections of facility operations to maintain high standards.
• Independently triages and handles technical issues, escalates as needed, and conducts root-cause analysis.
• Demonstrates physical fitness, stress tolerance, and calm under pressure.

The job requires standing, walking, sitting, using hands to handle or feel, talking or hearing, reaching with arms, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. The employee must frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds. Service occurs in wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, extreme hot or cold surfaces, sharp edges, and outdoor weather conditions.

The employee is exposed to high noise levels and may need ear protection. The employee must comply with all applicable safety and health regulations.

A reasonable estimate of the current salary range is $78,000 - $139,360 per year for the role of Sr. Building Automation Controls Engineer (HVAC).

St. Jude is an Equal Opportunity Employer.