HVAC Controls Engineer

HVAC Controls Engineer

Position Summary

Action Target is currently seeking an experienced HVAC Controls Engineer to work with Customers, Contractors, Sales, Project Management, and Engineering in overseeing, installing, and controlling heating and ventilation equipment used in Commercial, Military and Law Enforcement Shooting Range Facilities. Travel will be required for this position and is dependent on project location and needs.

Responsibilities and Duties

• The purpose of the Controls Engineer is to provide technical support for the Project Manager to support the execution of needed range ventilation equipment installation, and all associated ventilation subsystems.

• Complete site surveys to determine existing facility conditions

• Completes site visits to review progress, quality of installation, and identify deficiencies

• Order and tracks all parts as needed for each job

• Configure and programs HVAC building automation and control systems (Direct Digital Controls) and creates controller sequence of operations

• Perform commissioning and system diagnostics from system-level controllers to end devices (i.e., sensors, actuators, etc.) and complete all required commissioning documentation

• Creates flow diagrams, sequence of operations, bill of material, network layouts and electrical schematics

• Validates complete system functionality and troubleshoots problems with subcontractors and other trades as directed to ensure proper operation

• Troubleshoot controls programming and setup problems

• Provides field change information for as-built drawings

• Performs site-specific training for owner/operator on the range ventilation system

• Troubleshoot and resolve basic HVAC mechanical, electrical, and controls problems

• Provide operations & maintenance (O&M) support

• Keeps management and customer informed of job statuses and issues

Skills & Requirements

• Candidates must have a strong background in HVAC Controls

Building Automation, Applications Engineering and other DDC Programming will be considered

• Three year’s experience in installing electronic and/or mechanical systems

• Demonstrated knowledge of HVAC systems with technical aptitude

• Working knowledge of TCP/IP, BACNET/MODBUS protocols

• Ability to design and implement control algorithms such as PID/State-Space/or other advanced control techniques to achieve desired system performance

• Experience in Tridium Niagara programming environment (Java experience is a +)

• 2- or 4-year college degree specializing in Controls, Engineering, HVAC, or related discipline Work experience in the field will be considered in lieu of a college degree

• Must be highly organized and possess the ability to work in a high paced environment with the ability to prioritize tasks to meet the schedules given by leadership and demonstrate the ability to operate independently and autonomously and take ownership of all tasks

Compensation

• Full-time exempt, salary DOE

• Full benefit package w/ matching 401k

• Paid time off & paid holiday

• Travel 25-40%, Domestic and International

Action Target is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.