Senior Building Automation Design Engineer

HTS Engineering Ltd.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HTS Engineering Ltd. is seeking a DDC BAS EMS Control System Designer/Estimator in Houston, TX. The role involves reviewing plans and specifications to generate detailed takeoffs and proposals, and designing Visio submittals based on project details.

Communication with customers, mechanical engineers, and colleagues is essential. The candidate will dissect plans to design complex DDC controls, use HTS estimating tools, prepare proposals for branch review, and maintain a library of engineered

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience designing HVAC Building Automation Systems using LON and BACnet
• 5 years of experience designing Lab Valve Systems using LON and BACnet
• Reading and understanding project plans, specifications and wiring diagrams
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Occasional travel may be required

Responsibilities

• Dissect project plans and specifications to design and estimate complex DDC controls systems
• Use the HTS estimating tool to create a detailed takeoff for new construction and retrofit project
• Create a proposal for each project for branch manager review
• Create project submittals in Microsoft Visio according to detailed project plans
• Create and submit RFIs to clear up scope issues
• Maintain a Visio library of engineered drawings and a standard parts list
• Coordinate customer training and closeout documentation including O&M manuals and record drawings
• Provide technical support and direction to end-users (field and phone)

Skills

HVAC BAS design

LON/BACnet protocols

Tridium AX

Visio

Reading wiring diagrams

Customer communication

Education

High School Diploma / Trade School

Niagara AX Certification

Tridium AX & R2 familiarity

Siemens Talon / Distech familiarity

Tools

Visio

Job description

Job Description:

DDC BAS EMS Control System Designer/Estimator will be responsible for reviewing plans and specifications to come up with a detailed takeoff and proposal. They will also be responsible for using the detailed takeoff to design and create a Visio submittal. This position requires the ability to communicate clearly with customers, mechanical engineers and fellow employees.

Job Duties:

• Dissect project plans and Specifications to design and estimate complex DDC controls systems.
• Use the HTS estimating tool to create a detailed takeoff for new construction and retrofit project.
• Create a proposal for each project that will be turned over to the local branch manager for review along with the estimating tool take off.
• Create project submittals in Microsoft Visio according to detailed project plans and specification.
• Create and submit RFI's when needed to clear up any scope issues that may arise.
• Maintain a Visio library of engineered drawings and a standard parts list to keep all projects installed by HTS Texas branches typical.
• Coordinate customer training and complete closeout documentation including O&M manuals and record drawings.
• Provide technical support and direction to end-users when applicable. (Both field and phone support)

Job Requirements:

• 5 years of experience designing HVAC Building Automation Systems using LON and BACnet communication protocols in aTridium AX Platform.
• 5 years of experience designing Lab Valve Systems using LON and BACnet communication protocols in aTridium AX Platform.
• Flexibility to work overtime/weekends when needed.
• Proficient in reading and understanding project plans, specifications and wiring diagrams.
• Both written and verbal communication skills are a must.
• General understanding of IP networks.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Min. Yrs. Experience: 5 Yrs. with Tridium R2 and AX, Lonworks and BACnet Control Systems.

Min. Education: High School Diploma and/or Trade School
Certificates/License Required: Niagara AX Certification, valid driver's license with clean driving history.

Certificates Preferred: Tridium AX and R2, familiar with Siemens Talon, and/or Distech Controls.