Automation Designer-Buildings

Stantec; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Wellness program

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase program

Paid holidays

Job summary

Stantec’s Buildings team in Chicago seeks an Automation Designer to contribute to building automation design, PLC programming, and project coordination under supervision. You will help translate client needs into technical solutions for HVAC systems, EPMS, and BAS projects.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years in automation design for tenant improvements or new construction, with proficiency in CAD/Revit and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Experience with DDC (Direct Digital Control) or BAS (Building Automation Systems) for HVAC systems and/or EPMS from design, programming, installation, troubleshooting, engineering, ETC.
• Experience with programmable logic controller (PLC)/industrial controls a plus.
• Extensive experience with Microsoft programs/tools such as Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Possess basic knowledge of engineering practices within own discipline.
• Knowledgeable of accepted design and construction concepts, practices and procedures.
• Able to read, analyze and interpret technical documents and specifications, technical procedures and government regulations.
• Proficient in applicable software (i.e., CAD and Revit).
• Exhibits effective communication skills to communicate the scope and coordinate tasks with vendors and co-workers
• Bachelor or master degree in electrical/mechanical engineering or a related field required, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in automation design and consulting for tenant improvement projects, new construction buildings, central plant work, existing facility upgrades or related markets.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Develops Building Automation design and assessment opportunities for clients to grow Automation Team.
• Develops advanced systems designs within own discipline with minimal supervision; this includes the ability to offer solutions to general technical problems.
• Works in conjunction with senior project engineer to prepare project deliverables per the client’s intent and scope of work in the proposal.
• Follows the quality management process; reviews project deliverables before submitting to QA/QC reviewer.
• Performs duties to assist or act as the project manager as follows: - Gives input or creates plans to complete tasks within the project timeline and budget, identifies required precursors from other disciplines in a timely fashion.
• Fully understands and advises clients of company’s service offerings.
• Meets or exceeds utilization goals and adheres to project budget.
• Identifies and reports potential roadblocks and competing client and co-worker priorities that may inhibit the ability to maintain the project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Develops understanding of company’s accounting and project management systems.
• Participates in the engineering/professional community to build personal knowledge and professional growth (e.g. attend meetings / seminars / conferences).

Skills

DDC/BAS for HVAC

PLC/industrial controls

Microsoft Office (Outlook/Word/Excel/P

engineering practices

design/construction concepts

read/interpret technical docs

CAD

Revit

communication skills

Education

Bachelor or Master degree in electrical/mechanical engineering or related field

4+ years in automation design/tenant improvement projects

Professional Engineering (PE) license bonus

Tools

CAD

Revit

Job description

Stantec’s Buildings team is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world.

Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design.

Join us and design your place with Stantec.

Stantec Buildings is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. We take an innovative, collaborative approach to projects, sharing a common belief that sustainable design for the built environment can make the world a better place for future generations. Join us and design your place with Stantec.

Your Opportunity

The Automation Designer performs basic technical and project management duties under the supervision of a Senior Project Engineer or Senior Project Manager. Understands and identifies project requirements and performs independent technical work on basic tasks within one’s own discipline. Provides guidance to Designers on completion of duties.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Develops Building Automation design and assessment opportunities for clients to grow Automation Team.

• Develops advanced systems designs within own discipline with minimal supervision; this includes the ability to offer solutions to general technical problems.

• Works in conjunction with senior project engineer to prepare project deliverables per the client’s intent and scope of work in the proposal.

• Follows the quality management process; reviews project deliverables before submitting to QA/QC reviewer.

• Performs duties to assist or act as the project manager as follows: - Gives input or creates plans to complete tasks within the project timeline and budget, identifies required precursors from other disciplines in a timely fashion.

• Fully understands and advises clients of company’s service offerings.

• Meets or exceeds utilization goals and adheres to project budget.

• Identifies and reports potential roadblocks and competing client and co-worker priorities that may inhibit the ability to maintain the project scope, schedule, and budget.

• Develops understanding of company’s accounting and project management systems.

• Participates in the engineering/professional community to build personal knowledge and professional growth (e.g. attend meetings / seminars / conferences).

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Experience with DDC (Direct Digital Control) or BAS (Building Automation Systems) for HVAC systems and/or EPMS from design, programming, installation, troubleshooting, engineering, ETC.

• Experience with programmable logic controller (PLC)/industrial controls a plus.

• Extensive experience with Microsoft programs/tools such as Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

• Possess basic knowledge of engineering practices within own discipline.

• Knowledgeable of accepted design and construction concepts, practices and procedures.

• Able to read, analyze and interpret technical documents and specifications, technical procedures and government regulations.

• Proficient in applicable software (i.e., CAD and Revit).

• Exhibits effective communication skills to communicate the scope and coordinate tasks with vendors and co-workers

• Bachelor or master degree in electrical/mechanical engineering or a related field required, or equivalent experience.

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in automation design and consulting for tenant improvement projects, new construction buildings, central plant work, existing facility upgrades or related markets.

• Professional Engineering (PE) license a bonus.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor or master degree in electrical/mechanical engineering or a related field required, or equivalent experience.

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in automation design and consulting for tenant improvement projects, new construction buildings, central plant work, existing facility upgrades or related markets.

• Professional Engineering (PE) license a bonus.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

Pay Range

Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ, VA Areas-$87,600.00 - $126,900.00 Annually

Pay Transparency

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary

• Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave.
• Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year.
• In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
• Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.
• The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location

Primary Location: United States | IL | Chicago
Organization: 2805 Buildings-US Central & South BSS-Chicago IL
Employee Status: Regular
Management Level: Individual contributor
Business Justification: Replacement
Travel: No
Schedule: Full time

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