Senior Building Automation Systems Specialist

Senior Building Automation Systems Specialist

Location:

Bellevue, WA (serving customers in the greater Seattle, WA area).

This role supports the installation, startup, and commissioning of building automation system equipment on construction sites. The specialist ensures system databases and programming are verified, maintains consistency with scope of work, and collaborates with customers to save energy and money.

• 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.
• Perform data backup from servers, create automated backup procedures, troubleshoot inconsistencies, configure PC workstations and user interfaces, and confirm network performance.
• Run routine reports to review system operation; perform final inspection, testing and customer acceptance; provide customer training on system operations; submit routine written reports; provide plans and control system documents to engineering for as‑built drawings.
• Coordinate trade contractors for startup services.
• Work overtime, rotational on‑call, and minimal overnight travel as needed.
• Submit accurate time and expense reports.
• Adhere to local, corporate, and OSHA safety policies and procedures.

Basic Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience with building automation systems and user PC/software.
• High school diploma or state‑recognized GED.
• Experience integrating low‑voltage building sub‑systems industry protocols such as APOGEE, BACnet, N2, Modbus, etc.
• Reading, understanding, and interpreting design and construction documents.
• Ability to work in various conditions, including climbing ladders, scaffolds, and high lift equipment, working in ducts, crawl spaces, roofs, basements, above ceilings, and in various conditions.
• Ability to use hand tools, laptop, email, smartphone, tablet, and carry equipment up to 75 pounds unassisted.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Willingness to work overtime and on‑call as needed.
• Minimum 18 years of age, valid driver’s license with limited violations, eligibility for Siemens’ fleet vehicle program.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in electronics, mechanical engineering, or related field.
• 3 years of Siemens APOGEE or Desigo controls experience.
• Experience with Tridium Niagara AX or N4.

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