System Specialist Senior (BAS)

Bosch Building Technologies North America; Anaheim (CA); Hybrid; USD 68,880 - 99,187; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Paid Vacation

Flexible Spending Accounts

Pet Insurance

Medical and Vision Insurance

Job summary

Bosch Building Technologies North America is seeking a Systems Specialist Senior in California. This critical role involves providing technical support for Building Automation systems, including troubleshooting, programming, and commissioning of various systems.

The ideal candidate has a degree in engineering and over 5 years of relevant experience. You will work closely with installation teams and provide ongoing service while maintaining precise documentation.

Description includes hands-on support, collaboration with sales and customers, and the potential for remote work.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in building controls or a related field.
• Experience with programming and controls database management.
• Understanding of computer networking principles, including configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to troubleshoot basic electric and electronic circuitry.

Responsibilities

• Provide troubleshooting support for Building Automation System (BAS) onsite or via remote services.
• Utilize fault-detection and diagnostic tools to provide proactive data-driven service.
• Provide accurate controls of special systems start-up and commissioning.
• Support and mentor System Specialist I.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Technical Support

Programming

Communication

Electrical and Electronic Circuitry

Education

Bachelor or Associate degree in Engineering

Tools

Volt Meters

Amp Meters

Oscilloscopes

Job description

Job Summary

Systems Specialist Senior provides technical support for Building Automation and Special Systems, including troubleshooting, programming, startup, commissioning, and ongoing service. This role supports projects from installation through turnover, working both onsite and remotely to ensure systems operate reliably, efficiently, and in compliance with building requirements. The position collaborates closely with installation teams, service partners, sales, and customers while maintaining accurate documentation and providing technical guidance across the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Provide troubleshooting support for Building Automation System (BAS) onsite or via remote services, exhibiting a robust capability to identify and resolve issues concerning diverse control components and software from on‑site and off‑site locations.
• Utilize fault-detection and diagnostic tools to provide proactive data‑driven service.
• Provide Special Systems database, graphics, programming, etc. for sequences as provided by the Design Specialist, project specifications, or other applicable sources.
• Provide accurate controls of special systems start‑up and commissioning including point‑to‑point checkout on projects as assigned. Verify correct alarm, annunciation, and other actions by equipment, devices, panels, and annunciators of Special Systems projects.
• Provide Controls database, graphics, programming, etc. for sequences as provided by the Design Specialist, project specifications, or other applicable sources. (Distech, Alerton, Tridium, experience preferred)
• Provide accurate controls of systems start‑up and commissioning including point‑to‑point checkout on projects as assigned. Verify correct alarm, annunciation, and other actions by equipment, devices, panels, and annunciators of Controls projects.
• Support and mentor System Specialist I.
• Provide information and support for other contractors on project site.
• Debug installation issues during both the static and dynamic start up and commissioning of building controls.
• Provide support to Bosch Building Technologies and other contractors to solve building operating issues that go beyond the controls or special systems operation.
• Provide input to others as requested or required to assist in the accurate estimation, design, installation, start up, commissioning, and training for building systems.
• Provide start‑up documentation including daily logs, check‑out logs, commissioning documents, etc. as required for assigned projects.
• Ensure timely software backups are created for projects and software development.
• Provide service support on existing installations ensuring systems continue to meet existing building occupancy codes.
• Provide service support on existing systems ensuring their proper and efficient operation as well as providing ongoing support to the facility’s building engineers.
• Complete time sheets, service work orders, and other paperwork required for this position in an accurate and timely manner.
• Assist in preparing of as‑built drawings and Operation & Maintenance Manuals.
• Assist in turnover of projects from Operations Team to Service Team.
• Assist Sales team during estimating phase including potential product or system demonstrations.
• Travel to project sites as required to support system startup, commissioning, and on‑site personnel during project execution, based on project size, scope, and requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor or Associate degree in Engineering (mechanical, computer science, electrical, information technology), or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of experience in building controls or a related field.
• Experience with programming and controls database management.
• Understanding of computer networking principles, including configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to troubleshoot basic electric and electronic circuitry, including reading and interpreting electrical and electronic diagrams.
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of AC power circuitry including breakers and multi‑phase power (120VAC and greater).
• Proficiency with electronic testing equipment such as volt meters, amp meters, and oscilloscopes.

Preferred Qualifications

• 7+ years experience with Distech, Alerton, or Tridium controls systems.
• Deep understanding of HVAC operations within a facility.
• Experience with Fault Detection and Diagnostics platforms.
• Proven ability to debug installation issues during both static and dynamic start‑up phases.
• Experience supporting installation personnel and other contractors on project sites.
• Experience creating start‑up documentation, including daily logs, check‑out logs, and commissioning documents.
• Industry certifications.

Physical Demands

In general, the following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, climb, walk, sit, push, pull, squat, crawl, and stoop. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel objects, and type on keyboard; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The use of power tools will be required to effectively perform this position. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and may be required to work at heights over 1.8m (6 feet).

Working Conditions

In general, the following conditions of the work environment are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be exposed to outdoor weather conditions, work on job sites, may be required to travel to and from job site locations, may work in a typical office environment, and is occasionally exposed to construction equipment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Confined space entry may be required. High work may be required.
• The office is clean, orderly, properly lighted and ventilated. Noise levels are considered low to moderate.
• Will be required to be on site with customers or contractors, with or without Bosch Building Technologies colleagues to manage the expectations and deliverables. Sites range from general office environments to new construction.
• Driving to customer sites is required.
• Limited overnight travel may be required.

Additional Information

• Compensation: $50 - $72 hourly
• Working Hours: This position generally works Monday‑Friday, overtime and on call when necessary
• Travel Requirements: Daily
• Medical
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K w/ company match
• Life/AD&D/LTD
• Paid Vacation/Sick/Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Reasonable Accommodations

If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing a job application, interviewing, completing any pre‑employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, you can reach out to our HR team for support at 602‑944‑3330 or email [e-mail]. Please note our HR representatives do not have visibility of application or interview status. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization unavailable.