Software Engineer Analyst (HVAC Controls)

CBRE; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a Building Automation Engineer to perform master systems integration of BMS, build control databases, and create user interfaces based on project specs. You will provide on-site and remote support, start-up and commissioning, and software installation for large enterprise clients.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future. 50% travel may be required to support projects globally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in HVAC, electrical, mechanical, or software.
• Ability to analyze solutions using technical judgment and precedent.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong organizational skills and inquisitive mindset.
• Core knowledge in Building Management Systems, Niagara, Distech Controls, BACnet/Modbus, HVAC controls, IT networking, commissioning, troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Create complex programming using flow diagrams, sequences of operations, and panel layouts.
• Program control applications with various software tools.
• Perform job-site checkout, commissioning, and testing of control applications.
• Verify operation per project specifications and design documentation.
• Develop system graphics displays according to specs or proposals.
• Provide on-site and remote technical support to installers and customers.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues; report findings to the Project team.

Skills

Building Management Systems

BACnet

Modbus

HVAC Controls

IT Networking

Commissioning

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in HVAC, Electrical, Mechanical or Software

Tools

Niagara

Distech Controls

Job description

About the Role:

As a CBRE Building Automation Engineer, you will carry out Master Systems Integration of building management systems (BMS), build control databases, create user interfaces and set-up control systems based on project specification and/or sales proposals.

Provide on-site and remote technical support to installers and customers. Performs field startup and system commissioning tasks as well as the remote installation of software and control programs.

This job is part of the Software Engineering job function responsible for delivering projects on a global scale for large enterprise clients using industry leading technologies and processes.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future

What You'll Do:

• Create complex programming using flow diagrams, sequen ces of ope rations and panel layouts.
• Perform programming of control applications using various software tools.
• Perform job-site system checkout, commissioning, and testing of control applications.
• Confirm proper operation according to project specifications, sales proposal, and design documentation.
• Approve and develop system graphic displays, according to project specifications or sales proposals.
• Provide on-site and remote technical support to installers and customers.
• Perform multifaceted system evaluation and diagnostics.
• Isolate and troubleshoot escalated problems and take corrective action.
• Document problem resolution and report finding back to Project team for customer follow-up.
• Apply general knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish assigned tasks and solve routine problems.
• Have broad knowledge of own job discipline and some knowledge of several job disciplines within the function.
• Support the management of software tools.
• Impact the quality of own work and the work of others on the team.
• Work primarily within standardized procedures and practices to achieve objecti ves and me et deadlines.
• Explain complex information to others in straightforward situations.

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor's Degree in HVAC, Electrical, Mechanical or Software preferred with 2-5 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered.
• Understanding of existing procedures and standards to solve slightly complex problems.
• Ability to analyze possible solutions using technical experience to apply appropriate judgment and precedents.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.
• Must possess core knowledge in a minimum of three of the following:
• Building Management Systems
• Niagara - Required
• Distech Controls
• Building Automation protocols (BACnet, Modbus)
• HVAC Controls
• IT Networking
• Commissioning
• Troubleshooting
• Travel requirement is up to 50% of your annual time . Trips will be overnight up to a weeklong . Back-to-back travel weeks are not normal.