BAS Systems Application Engineer II

Schneider Electric; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

401(k) match

Paid time off

Well-being programs

Military leave

Job summary

Schneider Electric is seeking an Application Engineer to independently program, commission, and optimize DDC building automation systems. The role involves configuring controls, creating software and graphics, and coordinating with customers and vendors to meet project specifications.

The candidate should have 2–4 years of experience in a similar role and be capable of leading programming efforts on medium to large projects while working with third parties for integration and commissioning.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years experience in building automation programming or similar role.
• Ability to lead programming on medium to large projects.
• Independent work with third parties such as TAB, IT engineers, commissioning agents, and vendors.
• Strong problem analysis and resolution skills.
• Good communication with customers, contractors, engineers, and team members.

Responsibilities

• Program, start-up, troubleshoot and commission DDC building automation systems.
• Configure, program, and customize control systems for project needs.
• Create software programs and front-end graphics.
• Commission on projects and perform system diagnostics.
• Provide technical support and direction to end-users.

Job description

This Application Engineer is independent and decisive. They are highly skilled and an expert building automation system programmer. They are passionate about driving innovation in the field of building automation.

As an Application Engineer, a typical day for you might include:

• Expertise in Tridium Niagara, Schneider Electric Ecostruxure Building operation system, Siemens Building automation system or Johnson Controls systems.
• Experience providing high quality programming per specifications, standards, budgets, and schedules.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and concisely with customers, contractors, engineers, and fellow team members
• Working as part of a team that is responsible for the programming, start-up, troubleshooting and commissioning of DDC building automation systems.
• Configuring, programming, and customizing control systems to meet project-specific needs.
• Creation of software programs and front-end graphics.
• Commissioning on projects.
• Analyzing problems and resolving issues to ensure the complete system functions properly.
• Performing system diagnostics and recommend enhancements to improve system performance and efficiency.
• Coordinating customer training and complete closeout documents.
• Providing technical support and direction to end-users and employees when applicable.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years experience in a similar role
• Ability to take the lead programmer role on medium to large projects
• Can work independently with 3rd parties such as TAB, IT engineers, commissioning agents, and equipment vendors.
• Able to identify and resolve discrepancies and anomalies in submittals and contract drawings.
• Working knowledge of IP networking basics.
• Able to configure switches, routers, controllers, gateways, firewalls, etc. on a BAS LAN.
• Demonstrated proficiency with setup and troubleshooting of BACnet, Modbus, and LON communication networks.

What's in it for me?

• You will have the opportunity to develop and refine your technical and leadership skills as you gain and apply your knowledge with the goal of simultaneously advancing your personal brand and the Schneider Electric brand in the marketplace.
• Schneider Electric also offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees, inclusive of flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, 401(k) + match, well-being programs, holidays & paid time off, military leave benefits, and more.

Who will you report to?

This employee typical works under daily supervision of a Project Manager and reports into an Engineering or Software Manager.