Specialist Controls Applications Engineer 3

Daikin Comfort; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HVAC solutions company is seeking a Controls Applications Specialist to manage application engineering functions for HVAC projects. The role includes coordination with project participants, management of subcontractors, and execution of technical tasks. Candidates should have over 10 years of HVAC experience with specific expertise in building automation systems. Strong communication skills and a bachelor's degree in engineering or technical discipline are required. This position will contribute significantly to the success of building automation projects.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of HVAC industry experience, 5+ years of BAS/Controls experience required.
• Ability to manage and respond to technical questions.
• Knowledge of standard industry scheduling software tools.

Responsibilities

• Execute technical tasks for HVAC and building automation projects.
• Manage subcontractors and project profitability.
• Conduct pre-construction field surveys and project scope development.

Skills

Knowledge of HVAC products

Building automation and controls products

Communication protocols

Microsoft Office proficiency

Customer focus

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or technical degree

Job description

This position forms part of the Building Automation team and is responsible for all application engineering functions required to meet standard Building Automation System (BAS) project work scopes on retrofit and new installation HVAC, Lighting, and specialty system projects, as well as project management of BAS and controls projects. Controls Applications Specialist 3 core functions include project level execution of technical tasks, self-management of priorities as well as the priorities of other team participants, documentation of activities, coordination with other project participants, management of sub-contractors, safety awareness and maintenance, adherence to company and project requirements and expectations, management of financial elements of projects, and development of BAS/Controls internal best practices.

May Include

• Pre-construction field survey of prospective projects
• Pre-construction review and critique of project documents
• Project scope development and analysis
• Configuration and initial deployment of various brands and models of DDC microprocessor controllers
• Configuration and integration with various brands of mechanical equipment factory controllers via BACnet, Modbus, LON, and various proprietary languages
• Point-to-point I/O checkout
• Communications network deployment and troubleshooting for multiple protocols and wiring conventions
• Block and text-based controller sequence programming
• Documentation and testing of all assigned tasks
• Participation in various internal and external project-related meetings as both a technical and management resource
• Management of subcontractors and technical resources for projects
• Maintenance of project profitability
• Initiation, management, and tracking of scope changes and related costs and scheduling impact
• Manages projects and processes while working independently and with limited supervision within a construction team environment
• Coaches and reviews the work of lower-level professionals
• Perform other tasks as assigned

Nature & Scope

• Is recognized as a subject matter expert in job area
• Manages large projects or processes with limited oversight from manager
• Coaches, reviews, and delegates work to lower-level professionals
• Problems faced are difficult and often complex

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of HVAC products, building automation and controls products, communications protocols, terminology, and installation practices
• Knowledge of standard industry scheduling software tools
• Appropriate written/verbal communication skills as needed to collaborate with others in pursuit of a successful outcome
• Ability to manage and respond to technical questions
• Ability to pivot quickly and allocate resources where most effective for the overall objectives of the company
• Must have computer proficiency – Microsoft Office, specifically especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Proficiency in standard integration protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, Lon.
• Ability to develop and utilize company-wide documents, tools, practices, and processes
• Ability to interact effectively and provide information to customers, consultants, and internal personnel, including senior management, Daikin Corporate Personnel
• Positive, flexible Attitude: With a can-do approach to solving problems
• Problem Solving: Ability to anticipate and solve practical problems, to resolve issues
• Communication, negotiation, persuasion: Regularly exchange supportive information, ideas, opinions, and thoughts with staff at all levels so issues can be handled with mutual understanding and effectiveness. Speak, write, and present clearly, fluently and in a compelling manner to individuals and groups
• Partnership development skills for maintaining mutually-beneficial relationships with sub-contractors, suppliers, and internal groups
• Customer Focus: Regard problems and complaints as an opportunity to provide positive customer experiences. Encourage feedback from customers and ensure customer SLAs are met
• Planning and Organizing: Develop comprehensive project and work planning, controlling, and monitoring systems to meet set objectives and priorities
• Appropriately allocate time and prioritize issues to ensure objectives are met, establishing, and maintaining systems that ensure the completion of tasks, update, and training, and give feedback on results and progress to the team
• Evaluation and Problem Solving: Gather comprehensive information from a range of sources when presented with problems. Structure and analyze problems within a wider context and check impact of different solutions. Produce innovative solutions based on knowledge and experience
• Learning and Adapting: Initiate improvement initiatives and encourage others to try new ways of working. Seek out and adopt world class, leading technologies to maintain Daikin Industry Leadership. Develop, adopt, and introduce new ideas, methods, products and services using in-depth industry and technical ‘know how’. Maintain an extensive external ‘knowledge’ and ‘self-learning’ network

Experience

• 10 plus years of HVAC industry experience; 5 plus years of BAS/Controls experience

Education/Certification

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or management, technical degree from accredited industry trade school (Ranken Technical College as a standard), or equivalent manufacturer and representative training coupled with significant relevant experience

People Management: No

Physical Requirements / Work Environment: Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations. Must be willing to travel

Reports To: Manager, Controls

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of a person’s race, color, religion (including religious dress or grooming practices), creed, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, uniform service member or veteran status, ancestry, disability, physical or mental disability (including HIV/AIDS), medical condition, genetic characteristics, genetic information, request for protected leave, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age (over 40), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company will comply with all federal and state regulations and statutes pertaining to individuals with disabilities.