Specialist Controls Applications Engineer

This position forms part of the Building Automation team and is responsible for all application engineering functions required to meet standard Building Automation System (BAS) project work scopes on retrofit and new installation HVAC, Lighting, and specialty system projects, as well as project management of BAS and controls projects. Controls Applications Specialist 3 core functions include project level execution of technical tasks, self-management of priorities as well as the priorities of other team participants, documentation of activities, coordination with other project participants, management of sub-contractors, safety awareness and maintenance, adherence to company and project requirements and expectations, management of financial elements of projects, and development of BAS/Controls internal best practices.

• Pre-construction field survey of prospective projects
• Pre-construction review and critique of project documents
• Project scope development and analysis
• Configuration and initial deployment of various brands and models of DDC microprocessor controllers
• Configuration and integration with various brands of mechanical equipment factory controllers via BACnet, Modbus, LON, and various proprietary languages
• Point-to-point I/O checkout
• Communications network deployment and troubleshooting for multiple protocols and wiring conventions
• Block and text-based controller sequence programming
• Documentation and testing of all assigned tasks
• Participation in various internal and external project-related meetings as both a technical and management resource
• Management of subcontractors and technical resources for projects
• Maintenance of project profitability
• Initiation, management, and tracking of scope changes and related costs and scheduling impact
• Manages projects and processes while working independently and with limited supervision within a construction team environment
• Coaches and reviews the work of lower-level professionals
• Perform other tasks as assigned

• Is recognized as a subject matter expert in job area
• Manages large projects or processes with limited oversight from manager
• Coaches, reviews, and delegates work to lower-level professionals
• Problems faced are difficult and often complex

• Knowledge of HVAC products, building automation and controls products, communications protocols, terminology, and installation practices
• Knowledge of standard industry scheduling software tools
• Appropriate written/verbal communication skills as needed to collaborate with others in pursuit of a successful outcome
• Ability to manage and respond to technical questions
• Ability to pivot quickly and allocate resources where most effective for the overall objectives of the company
• Must have computer proficiency – Microsoft Office, specifically especially Excel, Word, and Power Point
• Proficiency in standard integration protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, Lon.
• Ability to develop and utilize company-wide documents, tools, practices, and processes
• Ability to interact effectively and provide information to customers, consultants, and internal personnel, including senior management, Daikin Corporate Personnel
• Positive, flexible Attitude:
  With a can-do approach to solving problems
• Problem Solving:
  Ability to anticipate and solve practical problems, to resolve issues
• Communication, negotiation, persuasion:
  Regularly exchange supportive information, ideas, opinions, and thoughts with staff at all levels so issues can be handled with mutual understanding and effectiveness. Speak, write, and present clearly, fluently and in a compelling manner to individuals and groups
• Partnership development skills for maintaining mutually-beneficial relationships with sub-contractors, suppliers, and internal groups
• Customer Focus:
  Regard problems and complaints as an opportunity to provide positive customer experiences. Encourage feedback from customers and ensure customer SLAs are met
• Planning and Organizing:
  Develop comprehensive project and work planning, controlling, and monitoring systems to meet set objectives and priorities
• Appropriately allocate time and prioritize issues to ensure objectives are met, establishing, and…