Sr. Building Automation Engineer with Security Clearance

The Building People; Village of Great Neck (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Rx

Dental

Vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance/AD&D

Long Term Disability/Short-Term DI

Paid Time Off

Job summary

The Building People is seeking a Senior Building Automation Specialist to manage BAS equipment and technologies across US federal properties. You will monitor BAS components, collaborate with managers and engineers, and support system upgrades to improve comfort, efficiency, and safety.

Ideal candidates have extensive Niagara experience, HVAC knowledge, and a proven ability to troubleshoot complex control systems while complying with security and clearance requirements.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of multiple brands of Building Automation Hardware and Software.
• 5 years Tridium Niagara integration experience.
• 5 years hands on troubleshooting and diagnostics of proprietary and non-proprietary control systems.
• Recent experience working on US Federal Properties, Projects, and systems.
• Troubleshooting, testing, and repairing/replacing automation equipment that manages a building's comfort, efficiency, and safety.
• Troubleshooting electrical signals to verify operations.
• Troubleshooting programming via computer control software to verify proper operations.
• Extensive knowledge of HVAC operations and systems.
• Ability to pass 7-year background investigation for access to US Federal Owned facilities, Property and Systems.

Responsibilities

• Monitor BAS components for HVAC, plumbing, electricity, computer networking, lighting, and security.
• Collaborate with building managers, tenants, and visitors to ensure a safe, comfortable environment.
• Work with architects, engineers, contractors, and other professionals to maintain or expand building features and capacity.
• Leverage BAS data with vendors to improve building performance or reduce operating costs.
• Perform preventive maintenance and commissioning tests on complete automation systems.
• Make recommendations for system upgrades and efficiency improvements.

Skills

Niagara (Tridium) experience

HVAC systems knowledge

Troubleshooting & diagnostics

BAS hardware & software brands

Control software troubleshooting

US Federal properties experience

Background clearance readiness

Electrical control signals

Education

Building Automation Certifications

Niagara Certification

HVAC Certifications

Job description

The Building People delivers integrated solutions that connect technology, buildings, and people to optimize real estate performance, facility operations, and workforce outcomes. With over 450 contracts delivered across 187 project locations, we manage more than 1,700 facilities and support $38.5B in federal and commercial assets. Leveraging AI-driven automation, data analytics, and platform-agnostic systems, we create high-performing, future-ready environments that reduce cost, improve efficiency, and enable mission success. Founded in 2012, we now have over 450 employees supporting 23 federal agencies-making us a trusted leader in delivering technology-infused building solutions across the public sector. The Building People is committed to fostering a workplace where every employee can thrive. Using tools like the Predictive Index, we thoughtfully align individual strengths with team needs -ensuring the right fit, the right role, and long-term success. Our culture is rooted in integrity, innovation, and service. Through our growing philanthropy program, we support communities by focusing on gratitude, giving back, partnerships, and mentorship. Our Market Offerings Include:

• Real Estate & Workplace
• Facilities Management
• Facilities Operations & Maintenance
• Project Management & Engineering
• Workforce Transformation & Organizational Design
• Mission Support
• Smart Buildings & Energy Efficiency
• Technology Solutions Join our rapidly growing team and help shape the future of real estate, facilities, and community impact. The Building People, LLC, has a position open for an experienced Senior Building Automation Specialist. BAS technicians support a building's management, tenants, and systems by managing BAS equipment and technologies. A BAS technician's primary duties include:
• Monitoring BAS components for HVAC, plumbing, electricity, computer networking, lighting, and security.
• Working with building managers, tenants, and visitors to provide a safe and comfortable experience inside the building.
• Working with architects, engineers, contractors, and other professionals to maintain or expand the building's features and capacities.
• Collaborating with BAS vendors and solution to use the data from BAS components to improve a building's performance or reduce its operating cost.
• Perform Preventative Maintenance and Commissioning tests on complete automation systems.
• Make recommendations for systems upgrades and efficiency of operations. Required Experience & Skills
• Extensive knowledge of multiple brands of manufactures of Building Automation Hardware and Software.
• 5 years Tridium Niagara integration experience.
• 5 years hands on troubleshooting and diagnostics of proprietary and non-proprietary control systems.
• Recent experience working on US Federal Properties, Projects, and systems.
• Troubleshooting, testing, and repairing/replacing automation equipment that manages a building's comfort, efficiency, and safety.
• Troubleshooting electrical control signals to verify operations.
• Troubleshooting programming via computer control software to verify proper operations.
• Extensive knowledge of HVAC operations and systems.
• Ability to pass 7-year background investigation for access to US Federal Owned facilities, Property and Systems. Preferred Education
• Any Manufacture of Building Automation Controls Training Certification.
• Niagara Certification preferred.
• Any HVAC training/certifications.
• Salary offered will be commensurate with the candidate's experience, qualifications, and certifications.
• Our positions may require a background screening and clearance directly from the Government.
• Please note that telework arrangements are subject to change based on customer requirements. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Competitive benefits for eligible employees include:
• Medical & Rx
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance/AD&D
• Long Term Disability and Short-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay All positions require a background check after acceptance of our offer. The selected candidate will be eligible to begin employment before the background check has been finalized. However, continued employment will be contingent upon the results of your reference/background check from The Building People, LLC. Your position may require special credentialing, clearance, and access as a condition of employment. In the event the government or client does not sponsor or approve your clearance, it may result in termination of your employment. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address. For more information, view the EEO is the Law Poster and Pay Transparency Statement.