Job Description
Our client is seeking a DDC Controls Systems Engineer to join their federal team based out of our Kansas City National Security Campus (NNSA).
• Develops and maintains the relationship throughout the duration of the Facility Consulting Services Contract. Satisfies customer needs and expectations of the lease’s Performance Contract through a consultative partnering approach regarding customer energy and operational issues.
• Designs and configures complex software building control systems as defined by the contract documents. Creates flow diagrams, sequence of operations, bill of material, network layouts and electrical schematics as required
• Configures and programs HVAC building automation and control systems (Direct Digital Controls) and creates controller sequence of operations.
• Develops and tests software programs necessary to operate the system per project requirements and specifications.
• Commissions and troubleshoots building control system to ensure proper operation of the building control system.
• Assists in the loading and commissioning of all system and network-level controllers as required. Assists in validation of complete system functionality and troubleshoots problems with subcontractors and other trades to ensure proper operation.
• Supports the customer with performing pre-design site survey, designing control system shop drawing submittals, and generating product literature submittals.
• Coordinate drawings and equipment schedules for submittal packages that communicate design and operation to customers, consultants, field installation team and subcontractors.
• Provides field change information to the project team for as-built drawings (typically in Visio/CAD) and software.
• Keeps management and customer informed of job statuses and issues.
• Assists in performing site-specific training for owner/operator on the total building control system.
• Participates in release meeting with project field team. Performs value engineering to provide cost effective results while maintaining customer satisfaction.
• Adheres to all safety standards. Holds a high degree of regard to employee and subcontractor safety.
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Required Skills & Experience
• Demonstrated proficiency and experience working with Direct Digital Control (DDC) systems, preferably with programming, configuration, visualization, and integrations. 5+ years’ experience preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of control theory, automatic temperature controls, building automation systems and other building subsystems
• Experience working with Metasys and Johnson Controls Legacy product line
• Advanced computer skills, particularly with computer-related drafting tools. AutoCAD and/or Visio experience preferred.
• Ability to relate technical knowledge to a non-technical audience.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain required security clearances for projects being supported (background/character, criminal history, employment, and credit checks)
• Integration experience with low voltage building sub-systems using various industry protocols (i.e., LON, BACnet, Modbus, etc.)
• Proficiency creating SCT databases, custom programs, schedules, trends, alarms, and programming modules.
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science or related field, a vocational school four year program certificate, or an Associate’s Degree in Electronics, Mechanical Systems, Computer Technology, HVAC/R, or a similar field
• DoE Q clearance or any clearance
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.