Building Automation Systems Tech

Hts-Engineering---Heat-Transfer-Solutions; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

HTS Engineering Ltd. is a leading HVAC controls consultancy delivering robust engineering and building automation solutions in the North America region.

The Consultant will program and optimize BAS for chillers, boilers, air-handlers, and VRF systems, while coordinating with electricians, engineers, and IT staff to ensure project success. Candidates should have deep knowledge of HVAC operations, experience across education, healthcare, and industrial markets, and be able to produce clear reports

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of building systems from both a design and operational perspective.
• Proven programming experience with HVAC systems in educational, healthcare, and industrial markets.
• 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 (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, 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.

Skills

HVAC Controls

BAS Programming

Sequencing of Operations

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Training

Energy Management

Education

Technical or trade school degree

Tools

Tridium

Carrier

Trane

Alerton

ALC

Johnson Controls

Siemens

Windows

MS Office

Job description

HTS Engineering Ltd. is the largest independent commercial HVAC manufacturers’ rep in North America, with 20 locations in the US and Canada. HTS has a vibrant look and brand promise -- one that reflects our company-wide commitment to ensure theindividualsuccess of all those involved in a project’s HVAC system selection, design, purchase, installation and maintenance including our employees, suppliers, customers and end users.

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.

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.
• 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.

HTS provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by laws.