HVAC Controls & BAS Programmer

Albireo Energy; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Time

Paid Holidays

401K with Company match

Job summary

Albireo Energy seeks a Programmer to own software design, database creation, and implementation standards for building automation projects. Develop unit controller programming and interface graphics for BAS, review specifications, and breakdown work for scheduling.

Travel for commissioning and startup on large systems is involved. Ideal candidates have BAS programming experience, knowledge of Modbus/BACnet, and familiarity with Niagara Tridium; degree in engineering or CS is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Computer Science preferred; degree may be offset by 3+ years programming BAS systems.
• Experience with building automation programming (Function Block, Ladder, or Text-based) or other programming languages.
• Thorough understanding of electrical and network wiring and BAS component programming.
• Strong MS Office skills; familiarity with AutoCAD, Visio.

Responsibilities

• Developing unit controller programming and designing interface graphics for building automation systems.
• Review project specifications, drawings and documents to establish project intent.
• Break down scope of work and post to Project Manager for scheduling.
• Attend or receive minutes from graphics review meetings with customers.
• Post project programming RFIs to System Engineer, Project Manager and Engineering Manager.
• Follow sequence of operations per project documents using established standards.
• Assist in startup and commissioning of large systems (AHUs, chiller plants, etc.).
• Install/configure workstations, servers and network; travel to construction sites for commissioning.
• Work independently or in small collaborative teams; troubleshoot software issues with technicians.

Skills

BAS programming experience

Modbus BACnet

Tridium Niagara

C/C++/Java/VBA

AutoCAD

Visio

MS Office (Word/Excel)

Electrical/network wiring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

Schneider Ecostruxure

Tridium Niagara

JCI CCT/Metasys

Job description

In addition to the responsibilities below, the Programmer will be responsible for the overall success of software design, database creation, and the implementation of procedures and standards used in the programming of controls projects.

Responsibilities:

As key member of the Albireo team, the Programmer will be responsible for developing unit controller programming and designing interface graphics of building automation systems to include, but not limited to:

• Review of project specifications, drawings and project specific documents to establish project intent.
• Breakdown scope of work into manageable segments and post to Project Manager for scheduling.
• Attend or receive meeting minutes from graphics review meetings with customers.
• Posting project programming specific “Request for Information” (RFI) documentation to System Engineer, Project Manager and Engineering Manager.
• Follow sequence of operations as required by project documents and engineered sequence of operations, utilizing established standards and libraries.
• Assist in startup and commissioning of large systems, such as AHUs, chiller plants, or other utilities systems. Includes installation/configuration of workstations, servers, and network.
• Work independently or be part of small collaborative teams.
• Work with field technicians to troubleshoot and take corrective action to software issues.
• Troubleshoot and correct BMS integration issues.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Computer Science is preferred.
• Degree may be offset by 3+ years programming BAS systems.
• Experience with Schneider Ecostruxure, Tridium Niagara and/or JCI CCT/Metasys
• Understanding of mechanical HVAC equipment and sequence of operations.
• Experience with building automation programming (Function Block, Ladder, or Text-based preferred) or other programming languages (e.g. C, C++, Java, VBA). Tridium system experience, preferred.
• Thorough understanding of electrical and network wiring and the programming of BAS components.
• Excellent computer skills and strong understanding of MS Office products (Word, Excel); AutoCAD, Visual Basic, Visio.
• Effective interpersonal skills to represent the company to customers and other outside contacts in an ethical and professional manner.
• Strong understanding of Modbus and BACnet protocols and integration of these technologies into BAS systems.
• Ability to travel to and work on construction sites for commissioning/startup.

Salary Range:

$80K-$135K/yr. DOE.

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Basic Life Insurance

Voluntary Life Insurance

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Time

Paid Holidays

401K with Company match

Pre-Employment Requirements:

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment screenings, which may include a background check and drug screening, conducted in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Positions where driving is an essential function will also require a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).

Work Authorization:

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

Agency Submissions:

Albireo Energy does not accept unsolicited candidate submissions from third-party recruiting agencies. Candidate ownership will only be recognized when submitted under an active, authorized agreement and through our official Applicant Tracking System. Submissions received without a prior agreement will be considered the property of Albireo Energy.

Albireo Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Allqualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.