HVAC Programmer

SpaceX; McGregor (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking an HVAC Programmer at the McGregor facility to develop and integrate control software for critical environmental systems, creating complete programming packages with sequences, virtual points, and functional tests. You will train technicians, collaborate with engineers and managers, and provide on-site support and documentation.

Requirements include 3+ years programming HVAC controls and familiarity with Johnson Controls, Andover or Siemens systems, plus flexibility for

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience programming HVAC controls.
• 3+ years of experience with HVAC, pneumatic, mechanical, electrical systems and/or control systems.

Responsibilities

• Set up processes to write programs and virtual points.
• Collaborate with engineers and HVAC lead to produce controller/software.
• Incorporate third-party software into building automation designs.
• Identify and obtain components to network building automation workstations.
• Configure software to network workstations.
• Set up test systems to validate programming before field release.
• Provide on-site and post-installation technical support.
• Recommend improvements to improve system reliability.
• Assist in maintenance of existing system software.
• Provide on-site support at critical facilities for testing.

Skills

Strong leadership

Organizational skills

Autonomous work style

Willingness to overtime

Detail oriented

Education

Associate's degree

Vocational technical training

Tools

Johnson Controls

Andover Controls

Siemens Controls

Job description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal ofenabling human life on Mars.

HVAC PROGRAMMER

The HVAC programmer at SpaceX works in a fast-paced environment, where the extraordinary becomes the everyday. The HVAC Programmer develops and integrates new and/or existing applications into the technical infrastructure and existing business processes. The HVAC programmer will create and provide a complete programming package to the System Manager/Team. The package includes, but is not limited to, a Sequence of Operation, Virtual Points, pre-tested programming, and onsite Functional Test for assigned projects. This will involve training the technician team on how to interact with the control systems and overall help improve all controls and automation for critical systems at the McGregor facility.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Set up processes to write all programs and virtual points
• Work in conjunction with engineers, environmental control system/HVAC lead, and/or manager to produce controller and graphical software
• Incorporate third-party software into the design of building Environmental Control Automation Systems
• Identify and obtain the necessary components to network the building automation system workstations
• Configure the software necessary to network the workstations
• Set up virtual and/or physical test system to test all programming before release to the field
• Create functional test checkout sheets to be included in Specialist checkout books
• Provide technical support before, during and after system installation
• Provide recommendations to both engineering and technical teams as to how to make the Environmental Control Automation Systems more reliable
• Provide in-house software support and assist in maintenance of existing system software
• Provide onsite assistance at critical facilities with functional testing as required
• Perform administrative duties such as expense reports, documentation of detail issues and time spent on tasks within work order system, writing weekly reports, acquiring vendor quotes, submitting purchase orders, etc.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3+ years of experience programming HVAC controls
• 3+ years of experience with HVAC, pneumatic, mechanical, electrical systems and/or control systems

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Associate's degree
• 1+ years of vocational technical training preferred
• Specialized skill training/certification
• Strong leadership and organizational skills
• 4+ years Johnson Controls, Andover Controls, or Siemens Controls
• Willingness to work all required shift hours, including overtime and weekends, as needed
• Detail oriented, organized, and demonstrates a high sense of urgency
• Ability to work autonomously

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be available to work extended hours and weekends when needed, based on site operational needs; flexibility is required
• Ability to provide on-call support in emergency situations
• Occasional travel may be required based on specific projects; travel requirement is up to 15%

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. * 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. * 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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