Building Automation Controls Engineer

Albireo Energy

City of Syracuse (NY)

On-site

USD 48,000 - 62,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Albireo Energy in Syracuse, NY is seeking a Building Automation Systems technician to perform maintenance and upgrades on commercial BAS, ensuring reliable operation and energy efficiency. You will troubleshoot complex control issues, document findings, and implement hardware and software updates per manufacturer specs and customer requirements.

The role emphasizes safety, detailed reporting, and customer-focused service, with opportunities to train customer personnel and support project

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering or related field, or 4 years of relevant experience.
ACE certification preferred.
New York State driver's license with a clean record.
Strong knowledge of computers, networks, and databases.
Experience with BAS platforms such as Alerton, Distech Controls, and Niagara.
Customer service experience preferred.
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office; SQL familiarity preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform building automation and control system maintenance in accordance with manufacturer specifications and customer requirements.
Troubleshoot and diagnose control system issues to improve system reliability, efficiency, safety, and equipment performance.
Perform control system upgrades, including hardware and software updates, to bring systems to current revision levels.
Identify and resolve issues involving controllers, sensors, actuators, communications, programming, and other BAS components.
Complete detailed service documentation, including work performed, problems identified, corrective actions, parts used, and outstanding system concerns.
Submit accurate and timely work order reports to the Service Manager.
Provide recommendations to customers regarding system operation, performance improvements, preventive maintenance, and equipment reliability.
Train and instruct customer personnel on the proper operation and maintenance of building automation and control systems.
Support Control Project Managers and construction projects when additional technical resources are required.
Properly maintain and utilize company-provided tools, safety equipment, computers, mobile devices, and other assets.
Follow company and customer safety procedures while performing work at customer sites.
Perform additional duties and technical assignments as directed by the Service Manager