Building Automation Engineer (HVAC Controls)

CBRE Group, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. seeks a Building Automation Engineer to perform Master Systems Integration of building management systems, build control databases, and create user interfaces per project specifications.

You will provide on-site and remote support, along with field startup and commissioning for large enterprise clients. The role involves programming, system checkout, diagnostics, and documenting resolutions, with travel up to 50% and the ability to convey complex information clearly to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience solving moderately complex problems using established procedures.
• Knowledge of Building Management Systems and control protocols.

Responsibilities

• Perform Master Systems Integration of BMS and develop control databases.
• Program control applications using various software tools.
• Conduct on-site and remote startup, commissioning, and testing of control systems.
• Provide technical support to installers and customers.
• Document resolutions and report findings to project teams.

Skills

Building Management Systems

HVAC Controls

IT Networking

Troubleshooting

Commissioning

Education

Bachelor's degree in HVAC, Electrical, Mechanical or Software

Tools

Niagara

Distech Controls

BACnet

Modbus

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role:

As a CBRE Building Automation Engineer, you will carry out Master Systems Integration of building management systems (BMS), build control databases, create user interfaces and set-up control systems based on project specification and/or sales proposals.

Provide on-site and remote technical support to installers and customers. Performs field startup and system commissioning tasks as well as the remote installation of software and control programs.

This job is part of the Software Engineering job function responsible for delivering projects on a global scale for large enterprise clients using industry leading technologies and processes.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future

What You’ll Do:

• Create complex programming using flow diagrams, sequences of operations and panel layouts.
• Perform programming of control applications using various software tools.
• Perform job-site system checkout, commissioning, and testing of control applications.
• Confirm proper operation according to project specifications, sales proposal, and design documentation.
• Approve and develop system graphic displays, according to project specifications or sales proposal.
• Provide on-site and remote technical support to installers and customers.
• Perform multifaceted system evaluation and diagnostics.
• Isolate and troubleshoot escalated problems and take corrective action.
• Document problem resolution and report finding back to Project team for customer follow-up.
• Apply general knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish assigned tasks and solve routine problems.
• Have broad knowledge of own job discipline and some knowledge of several job disciplines within the function.
• Support the management of software tools.
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. May convince to reach an agreement.
• Impact the quality of own work and the work of others on the team.
• Work primarily within standardized procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• Explain complex information to others in straightforward situations.

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor's Degree in HVAC, Electrical, Mechanical or Software preferred with 2-5 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experienceandeducationwillbeconsidered.
• Understanding of existing procedures and standards to solve slightly complex problems.
• Ability to analyze possible solutions using technical experience to apply appropriate judgment and precedents.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.
• Must possess core knowledge in a minimum of three of the following:
• Building Management Systems
• Niagara - Required
• Distech Controls
• Building Automation protocols (BACnet, Modbus)
• HVAC Controls
• IT Networking
• Commissioning
• Troubleshooting
• Travel requirement is up to 50% of your annual time.Trips will be overnight up to a weeklong.Back-to-back travel weeks are not normal.