Controls Engineer - Automated Logic - Building Automation (BAS)

Carrier Global Corporation; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Hardware Engineer to join their innovative team focused on building automation solutions. In this role, you will develop wiring schematics, select hardware components, and ensure effective communication within the engineering department. Your expertise in HVAC systems and building automation will contribute to maximizing energy efficiency and comfort in various commercial settings. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies while advancing your career in a supportive and collaborative environment. If you are passionate about engineering and sustainability, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in HVAC or BAS controls.
• Ability to interpret construction documents and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Design complete building automation systems and document BAS designs.
• Analyze and interpret construction plans and specifications.

Skills

HVAC Controls

Building Automation Systems (BAS)

Electrical Systems Understanding

Mechanical Systems Understanding

Communication Skills

Project Management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, HVAC, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Visio

Eikon

Sitebuilder

Viewbuilder

Job description

Country: United States of America

Location: CAP25: Pittsburgh, PA 1011 Alcon Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15220 USA

Controls Engineer - Automated Logic - Building Automation (BAS)

Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating solutions that matter for people and our planet for generations to come. From the beginning, we've led in inventing new technologies and entirely new industries. Today, we continue to lead because we have a world-class, diverse workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com or follow Carrier on social media at @Carrier.

Automated Logic Corporation provides innovative building-management solutions that maximize energy efficiency and sustainable building operation while ensuring comfort. Its intuitive products control and monitor building functions such as heating, air conditioning and lighting for commercial office, education, health care, government, and data center markets through a global network of independent dealers and North American branch offices. Automated Logic is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, the leading global provider of healthy, safe, and sustainable building and cold chain solutions.

About This Role

As a Hardware Engineer for Automated Logic Corporation, you will report directly to the Hardware Engineering Supervisor and be responsible for developing equipment level wiring schematics, equipment level point layouts, equipment sequencing, hardware and part selections, networking layout, system integrations, and overall building automation system layouts. The developed submittal package will aid in construction of system programming, graphics, installation, and startup of the overarching system.

The individual should understand hardware components such as controllers, sensors, relays, and valve/actuator sizing while also having a base understanding of software concepts such as PID loops, input/output configurations, and base software design concepts. As a design engineer, you should be able to interpret Mechanical, Electrical, and Architectural construction documents in addition to meeting the specifications defining system layouts and requirements.

This is an individual contributor role that will be responsible for communicating effectively with fellow employees within the engineering department and within other divisions of the ALC Branch. Potential developmental career opportunities include Hardware Supervisor, Senior Hardware Engineer, Lead Controls Engineer, Field Engineer, or Systems Specialist role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Hardware Engineering

  • Design of complete building automation systems including the specification and sizing of controllers, electromechanical devices, sensors, networks, and computer hardware.

  • Creation, where necessary, of sequence of operation for the control of all building systems.

  • Documentation of BAS design (i.e. submittals) and revision control of the resultant documents.

  • Final documentation of the building automation system that incorporates all changes made since the issuance of the submittal.

  • Timely creation of requests for information (RFIs) which are clear, concise, and well written.

  • Clear communication and proactive expectation setting with supervisor and project teams.

• Construction Document and Coordination

  • Comprehend, analyze, and interpret construction plans and specification documents.

  • Comprehensive knowledge of MEP systems and dynamics.

• Customer and Departmental Standards

  • Adherence to project requirements, company standards, and customer standards in all aspects of design, programming, and implementation.

• Department Process Improvement

  • Ensure engineering processes are followed and make suggestions for enhancement.

• Company Directives

  • Ensure all Automated Logic organizational safety and ethics standards are met.

  • Adherence to safety standards. High regard for employee and subcontractor safety.

  • Adherence to ethics standards. Exemplifies the Carrier code of ethics.

  • Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in HVAC or BAS controls

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, HVAC, building automation, or related field.

• 5+ years of related experience in the Building Automation industry.

• Understands electrical and mechanical building systems.

• Proficiency in a Windows operating environment, including e-mail and Microsoft Office software.

• Previous experience with Microsoft Visio. Special consideration given to individuals with Automated Logic EDS.

• Previous experience with Eikon, Sitebuilder, and Viewbuilder.

• Able to interpret plans (including architectural, mechanical, and electrical blueprints), specifications, and contract documents to deliver compliant but optimized designs.

• Able to accurately and effectively request clarifications to technical or scope information via a formal RFI process.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously under general direction in a highly dynamic, and collaborative environment.

• Familiarity with third-party communication protocols used in building automation (e.g. BACnet, Modbus, SNMP, LON, N2, etc.). Able to design integrations with the same.

• Effective and professional communication and organization skills.

• Strong interpersonal skills and decision-making ability.

• Competitive individual contributor who loves to win as a team.

• Basic understanding of IT networking concepts relating to Building Automation.

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