Building Automation System Specialist

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology by empowering customers to combine the real and digital worlds. Our Smart Buildings help create efficient, safe, adaptable, and responsible environments—improving buildings and people’s lives.

About the role

As a Systems Specialist, you will participate in the installation, startup, and commissioning of building automation system equipment. You will support the verification of the system database and programming, ensuring consistency with the scope of work and sequence of operations. This role is the face of Siemens, and your expertise will help customers save energy and money while creating a more sustainable future.

Applicant must have completed a SI Buildings Specialist Internship.

Responsibilities

• Commission new distributed digital control systems on construction sites within planned timelines.
• Document commissioning details; communicate deficiencies and progress.
• Plan work with Lead Technician and Team Leader.
• Assist with data back-up from data servers and the creation of automated back-up procedures.
• Support troubleshooting and resolution of inconsistencies in system functions or sequence of operations.
• Assist with the set-up and configuration of PC workstations and user interfaces.
• Support the confirmation of proper network performance.
• Run routine reports to review system operation; participate in final inspection and testing.
• Support customer acceptance and assist with customer training on system operations.
• Complete and submit routine written reports.
• Provide plans and control system documents to engineering for as-built drawings.
• Support scheduling of trade contractors to coordinate startup services.
• Submit accurate time and expense reports.
• Work overtime when needed (compressed schedule performance may require extended hours).
• Work rotational on-call and/or minimal overnight travel.
• Adhere to local, corporate, and OSHA safety policies and procedures.
• Work in a team environment providing dedicated support to customers.

Requirements

• 1+ years of experience installing and servicing electronic control or HVAC equipment.
• Electro-mechanical experience (either in a previous role or through education) and user PC/software skills.
• On-the-job experience reading, understanding, and interpreting design and construction documents.
• Ability and willingness to work in various circumstances, including climbing ladders, scaffolds, and high lift equipment; working in ducts, crawl spaces, roofs, basements, and above ceilings.
• Must be able and willing to use hand tools, laptop, email, smartphone, and tablet, as well as carry and move equipment and tools weighing up to 75 pounds unassisted.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Ability and willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Must be 18 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license with limited violations.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or state-recognized GED; Associate or Bachelor’s degree in electronics, mechanical engineering, or related field.

Pay

$54,121 – $92,779 per year.