Building Automation Project Engineer I

Schneider Electric; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 86,400 - 129,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Benefit Bucks

Flexible work

Paid family leave

Well-being programs

Holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Schneider Electric in Austin, TX is seeking a BAS Project Engineer to lead building automation projects from design through commissioning and turnover. You will collaborate with project managers, on-site contractors, and customers to ensure design conformance and successful system deployment.

The role emphasizes on-site coordination, problem solving, and knowledge of building systems, with opportunities to develop technical and leadership skills while advancing the Schneider Electric brand in

Qualifications

• 4+ years’ experience as a Systems Application Engineer with related industry knowledge.
• Demonstrated communication skills for interfacing directly with customers and other trades.
• Experience with HVAC and security installations.
• Proficiency in all types of building systems and application of our technology.
• Proven experience coordinating project team activities on site, including coordination with other trades, commissioning agents, and customers.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring all design engineer activity is aligned with latest conformed construction documents prior to installation.
• Modifying and updating design drawings and maintaining red line documents.
• Collaborating with project manager and procurement personnel on purchasing activity and monitoring budget risks.
• Ensuring materials are being delivered to site or subcontractors for installation.
• Validating hardware and project installation meet design requirements.
• Diagnosing communication problems, troubleshooting, and tracking software and hardware issues.
• Coordinating with on-site contractors for the installation of equipment based on shop drawings.
• Acting as primary point of contact for subcontractors during installation phase.
• Coordinating and addressing issues during installation phase independently.
• Collaborating with the Project Manager to coordinate projects through the installation phase and provide feedback for manpower requirements.
• Contributing to a complete operation to service turnover process.
• Responsibility for overall system functionality/performance.
• Setup of outside ISP connections and remote connectivity to customer sites.
• Re-commissioning devices, equipment, and software as required.
• Assist the PM in material procurement.
• Ensure installation tracking sheets are updated regularly.
• Prepare customer-training manuals and provide customized training.

Skills

Systems App Eng

Communication skills

HVAC installations

Building systems

Job description

BAS Project Engineer

Schneider Electric is searching for a Project Engineer specializing in Building Automation System (BAS) to make an impact within our organization.

This position will sit within our Digital Buildings organization. In this role you will be responsible for project coordination, safety, software checkout, commissioning, and software troubleshooting. Additionally, you will ensure that daily activities on site for projects are completed.

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.

This Project Engineer is collaborative and organized. They are customer focused and skilled at problem solving. They are passionate about driving innovation in the field of building automation. They are Impact Makers at Schneider Electric!

As a BAS Project Engineer, a typical day for you might include:

• Ensuring all design engineer activity is aligned with latest conformed construction documents prior to installation.


• Modifying and updating design drawings and maintaining red line documents.


• Collaborating with project manager and procurement personnel on purchasing activity and monitoring budget risks.


• Ensuring materials are being delivered to site or subcontractors for installation.


• Validating hardware and project installation meet design requirements.


• Diagnosing communication problems, troubleshooting, and tracking software and hardware issues.


• Participating in field quality control or safety audits and reviewing analysis and results.


• Coordinating with on-site contractors for the installation of equipment based on shop drawings.


• Acting as primary point of contact for subcontractors during installation phase.


• Coordinating and addressing issues during installation phase independently.


• Collaborating with the Project Manager to coordinate projects through the installation phase and provide feedback for manpower requirements.


• Contributing to a complete operation to service turnover process.


• Responsibility for overall system functionality/performance.


• Setup of outside ISP connections and remote connectivity to customer sites.

And on some days, you may:

• Re-commissioning devices, equipment, and software as required.


• Assist the PM in material procurement.


• Ensure installation tracking sheets are updated regularly.


• Prepare customer-training manuals and provide customized training.

Qualifications

• 4+ years’ experience as a Systems Application Engineer with related industry knowledge,


• Demonstrated communication skills for interfacing directly with customers and other trades.


• Experience with HVAC and security installations.


• Proficiency in all types of building systems and application of our technology.


• Proven experience coordinating project team activities on site, including coordination with other trades, commissioning agents, and customers.

For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 86,400 - USD 129,600 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Benefits

• medical (with member reward points)


• dental


• vision


• basic life insurance


• Benefit Bucks


• flexible work arrangements


• paid family leaves


• well-being programs


• 12 holidays per year


• 15 days of paid time off per year

Invest and Plan Your Future

• competitive pay


• base salary


• incentives


• company share ownership


• 401(k) with match

Grow Your Skills and Career

• performance discussions


• global opportunities


• the Schneider Career Hub


• learning platforms like Coursera

Team Up in the Workplace

• collaboration


• recognition


• sharing your voice


• an inclusive workplace

Support Your Community

• volunteer leave


• programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation


• youth education initiatives


• military leave benefits

Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?

When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values – Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork – starts with us.

IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.

We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.

€40 billion global revenue
+9% organic growth
150 000+ employees in 100+ countries

You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.

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