Building Automation Systems Tech

Cenergistic; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Cenergistic in Dallas, TX is seeking a Technical Consultant – Building Automations System to optimize client energy programs and train non-technical staff on control systems. The role focuses on programming HVAC controls and improving system efficiency.

You will work with facilities and maintenance directors to address mechanical issues, review control settings, and write sequences of operation for energy savings.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of building systems from both design and operational perspectives.
• Proven programming experience with HVAC systems in the educational, healthcare, and industrial markets.
• Minimum 10 years of experience programming HVAC system operations.
• Degree from a technical or trade school preferred.
• Ability to write clear and concise reports detailing technical recommendations for HVAC controls.
• Ability to train others on HVAC and controls systems.
• Commissioning or retro-commissioning experience a plus.
• Windows/PC skills, including competence with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate both surface and in-depth programming knowledge of various controls systems/multiplatform (e.g. Tridium, Carrier, Trane, Alerton, ALC and Johnson Controls, Siemens).
• In-depth knowledge of HVAC system operation including chillers/boilers and packaged DX systems.
• Write sequences of operation for improved efficiency of HVAC equipment.
• Troubleshooting, testing and commissioning BAS & HVAC systems and electronics.
• DDC Applications Programming, both graphical and text-based systems.
• Read and understand mechanical plans and wiring diagrams.
• Coordinate work with other trades (i.e., electricians, HVAC technicians, mechanical engineers, information technology, etc.).
• Document work and procedures including point to point checkout and commissioning.
• Train non-technical personnel on HVAC and energy-consuming systems.
• Utilize technical knowledge base to advise on energy efficient operational strategies for building systems for HVAC systems including chillers/boilers, air-handlers, variable refrigerant flow (VRF), etc.
• Prepare written reports, assessments, and recommendations, with a focus of return on investment for use by clients in assessing the benefits of implementing Cenergistic technical recommendations.
• Ability to travel up to 80%.

Skills

HVAC programming

Building systems knowledge

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Training others

Windows/PC skills

Education

Technical/trade degree in HVAC or related field

Tools

Tridium

Carrier

Trane

Alerton

ALC

Johnson Controls

Siemens

Job description

Location: Dallas, TX

Job Id:442

# of Openings:1

Cenergistic® is a technology-powered, data-driven energy conservation services company. For 37 years, Cenergistic has helped organizations reduce consumption of electricity, natural gas, fuel oil and water. Its proven approach is built on a proprietary methodology which optimizes clients’ infrastructure, improves internal processes, and changes behavior to ensure that savings realized. This approach empowers the average client to save 20 – 30% off expected utility bills. Cenergistic received the 2021ENERGY STAR ® Partner of the Year Award Winner for Service and Product Provider - Sustained Excellence.Cenergistic has Fourteen Consecutive Years of National ENERGY STAR Recognition

The Technical Consultant – Building Automations System is responsible for optimization of a client energy program’s mechanical and control systems and training clients and non-technical personnel on those systems. The Consultant works with Facilities and Maintenance Directors to address mechanical and control issues for buildings. The Consultant reviews HVAC control settings and adjusts according to the client’s guidelines & Cenergistic implementation standards.

The general duties and responsibilities for the Consultant include:

• Demonstrate both surface and in-depth programming knowledge of various controls systems/multiplatform (e.g. Tridium, Carrier, Trane, Alerton, ALC and Johnson Controls, Siemens).
• In-depth knowledge of HVAC system operation including chillers/boilers and packaged DX systems.
• Write sequences of operation for improved efficiency of HVAC equipment.
• Troubleshooting, testing and commissioning BAS & HVAC systems and electronics.
• DDC Applications Programming, both graphical and text-based systems.
• Read and understand mechanical plans and wiring diagrams.
• Coordinate work with other trades (i.e., electricians, HVAC technicians, mechanical engineers, information technology, etc.).
• Document work and procedures including point to point checkout and commissioning.
• Train non-technical personnel on HVAC and energy-consuming systems.
• Utilize technical knowledge base to advise on energy efficient operational strategies for building systems for HVAC systems including chillers/boilers, air-handlers, variable refrigerant flow (VRF), etc.
• Prepare written reports, assessments, and recommendations, with a focus of return on investment for use by clients in assessing the benefits of implementing Cenergistic technical recommendations.
• Ability to travel up to 80%.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Extensive knowledge of building systems from both a design and operational perspective.
• Proven programming experience with HVAC systems in the educational, healthcare, and industrial markets.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience programming HVAC system operations.
• Degree from a technical or trade school preferred.
• Ability to write clear and concise reports detailing technical recommendations for HVAC controls.
• Ability to train others on HVAC and controls systems.
• Commissioning or retro-commissioning experience a plus.
• Windows/PC skills, including competence with Microsoft Office Suite.

Personal Characteristics

• Problem solving disposition with a decisive and analytical mind-set.
• Goal-oriented, motivated to succeed and accomplish assigned tasks quickly, effectively and to a high standard.
• Ability to work with others.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong ethics and values.

Please Note:

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.