Software Engineer - BAS

Carrier; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrier, located in Pennsylvania, is seeking a Software Engineer for Automated Logic Corporation to develop software for building automation systems. The role involves programming, communication with engineering teams, and ensuring adherence to safety and ethics standards.

Candidates should have an associate degree with 2+ years of experience in the building automation industry. Knowledge of BAS protocols and effective communication skills are essential. Join Carrier to make a difference in sustainable solutions.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a related field and 2+ years of experience in building automation.
• Familiarity with BAS protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, and Lon.
• Ability to communicate effectively within engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop Basnet instance numbering schemes and BAS networking.
• Program control algorithms for building automation systems.
• Communicate effectively with project teams and supervisors.

Skills

Building Automation Software

Electrical Systems Understanding

Mechanical Systems Understanding

Communication Skills

Time Management

Education

Associate degree in mechanical, electrical, HVAC or building automation

Bachelor degree in related field (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Automated Logic Software

Job description

Software Engineer – BAS

Carrier is the leading global provider of healthy, safe and sustainable building and cold chain solutions with a world-class, diverse workforce with business segments covering HVAC, refrigeration, and fire and security. We make modern life possible by delivering safer, smarter and more sustainable services that make a difference to people and our planet while revolutionizing industry trends. This is why we come to work every day. Join us and we can make a difference together.

About this role

Automated Logic Corporation provides innovative building-management solutions that maximize energy efficiency and sustainable building operation while ensuring comfort. Its intuitive products control and monitor building functions such as heating, air conditioning and lighting for commercial office, education, health care, government, and data center markets through a global network of independent dealers and North American branch offices. Automated Logic is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, the leading global provider of healthy, safe, and sustainable building and cold chain solutions.

As a Software Engineer for Automated Logic Corporation, you will report directly to the Software Engineering Supervisor and be responsible for developing equipment level software, system database infrastructures, bacnet numbering schemes, and ensuring software programs adhere to sequences of operation as defined through hardware engineering. The finished product will be used by our graphics department to construct the GUI and eventually utilized by operations for construction.

The individual should understand hardware components such as controllers, sensors, relays, and actuators while also having a base understanding of software concepts such as PID loops, input/output configurations, and base software design concepts. This is an individual contributor role that will be responsible for communicating effectively with fellow employees within the engineering department and occasionally with other divisions within the ALC Branch.

This position could lead to further career opportunities such as a Senior Software Engineer, Hardware Engineer, Field Engineer, or Systems Specialist role.

Key Responsibilities

• Program entire BAS system and develop equipment database infrastructure
• Develop Bacnet instance numbering schemes and incorporate BAS networking concepts
• Utilize various BAS protocols such as Bacnet, Modbus, Lon, etc.
• Site-specific configuration of the WebCTRL system (using SiteBuilder).
• Programming of control algorithms including those that include third-party integration (using Eikon).
• Development of graphical and text-based interfaces for building automation systems (using Eikon and ViewBuilder).
• Testing of programming and interfaces prior to deployment.
• Support of functional testing (commissioning) for building systems.
• Final documentation of the building automation system that incorporates all changes made since issuance of the submittal.
• Clear communication and proactive expectation setting with supervisor and project teams.
• Adherence to project requirements, company standards, and customer standards in all aspects of design, programming, and implementation.
• Ensure engineering processes are followed, and make suggestions for enhancement
• Ensure all Automated Logic organizational safety and ethics standards are met.
• Adherence to safety standards. High regard for employee and subcontractor safety.
• Adherence to ethics standards. Exemplifies the Carrier code of ethics.
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree in mechanical, electrical, HVAC or building automation
• 2+ years of related experience in the Building Automation industry

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor degree or Associate degree in mechanical, electrical, HVAC, building automation, or related field and 4+ years of related experience in the Building Automation industry.
• Competency in a Windows operating environment, including e-mail and Microsoft Office software.
• Understands electrical and mechanical building systems.
• Able to balance multiple concurrent priorities.
• Proficient with primary functions of BAS software and associated engineering tools (Automated Logic suite preferred).
• Familiarity with third-party communication protocols used in building automation (e.g. BACnet, Modbus, SNMP, LON, N2, etc.). Able to design integrations with the same.
• Aptitude for problem solving even when troubleshooting remotely.
• Basic time management skills including the ability to accurately estimate time required to complete tasks and deliver on the committed timeline.
• Effective and professional communication and organization skills.
• Able to understand and recommend modifications to sequences of operations for the automation of building systems.
• Working knowledge of Automated Logic software, hardware, peripherals, add-ons, and services.
• Understanding of Enterprise IP networks, including layout.
• Strong interpersonal skills and decision-making ability.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Competitive individual contributor who loves to win as a team.