Senior Automation Lead – Utilities & BMS

JC Automation, Corp.

Carolina (PR)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 150,000

Full time

7 hours ago

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Job summary

JC Automation Corp. is seeking an Automation Technical Lead for Utilities & Building Management Systems (BMS) to design, implement, and supervise advanced automation solutions across utility operations and commercial buildings.

The role requires 8+ years in automation with at least 3 years in a technical lead, hands-on experience with BMS platforms, and strong collaboration with IT/OT and EPC teams. This on-site position demands strong leadership and regulatory awareness.

Qualifications

Minimum 8+ years in industrial/facilities automation with at least 3 years in a technical lead or senior engineer role.
Hands-on experience with BMS and automation platforms (e.g., Siemens Desigo, Rockwell Automation/Allen-Bradley) and integrations/protocols such as BACnet/IP, Modbus TCP/RTU, OPC, EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, and Fieldbus.
Experience with data historians and OT data collection (e.g., OSIsoft/AVEVA PI), including tag standards, data quality, and basic analytics/trending.
Strong understanding of HVAC systems, central utilities, and building systems (AHUs, chillers, boilers, pumps, VFDs, cooling towers, steam, compressed air, WFI/RO).
Ability to produce/review sequences of operation, control narratives, and commissioning/functional test documentation.
Knowledge of OT networks, segmentation, and secure remote access; collaborate with IT/cybersecurity on standards and risk mitigations.
Proven experience supporting commissioning, startup, and troubleshooting in operating facilities.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills; coordinate across Facilities, Operations, IT/OT, EPC, and vendors.

Responsibilities

Technical lead for automation scope supporting Utilities and Building Management Systems (BMS), including HVAC, central plant, critical utilities monitoring, and facility integration points.
Own automation/BMS technical requirements: URS/FRS, control narratives, I/O lists, points lists, network architecture, and cybersecurity requirements in coordination with IT/OT.
Develop and review design deliverables (P&IDs, control diagrams, sequences of operation, panel designs, wiring schematics, and specifications) from integrators and EPC partners.
Lead vendor/integrator selection support, technical bid evaluation, and scope-of-work definition; manage technical interfaces and clarify RFI responses.
Drive commissioning readiness: review test protocols, support FAT/SAT/IOQ, oversee functional testing, manage punch lists, and ensure turnover packages are complete.
Coordinate cutovers, downtime planning, and operational readiness with Facilities/Operations; provide troubleshooting support and root cause analysis.
Ensure compliance with applicable standards and site procedures (e.g., GMP where applicable), including change control, documentation practices, and validation deliverables.
Mentor engineers/technicians and establish standards for alarms, trending, graphics, naming conventions, and CMMS/EMS integrations.