Design Specialist Senior BAS

For over 40 years Climatec has steadily invested in their people technology and services to be a trusted business partner for building solutions. As part of the Bosch Building Technologies Integrator Business in North America Climatec is one of the leading providers of building technologies and energy solutions in the nation delivering results for thousands of customers every day. Climatecs strategic business partners include the worlds leading suppliers of building automation security life safety andenergy efficiency technologies.

about Bosch

The Bosch Group is a privately held supplier of innovative technology and services with over 400000 associates worldwide. Its unique private ownership structure was established to promote entrepreneurial freedom and longterm business focus. Boschs operations serve millions of customers across four business sectors: Mobility Solutions Industrial Technology Consumer Goods and Energy and Building Technology.

Level Descriptions

• Level 1 Must be able to achieve many objectives of this position. Requires some amount of timely supervision to ensure the proper tasks are being accomplished and that communication is adequate timely in the correct manner (i.e. verbal written email etc.
• Level 2 Consistently achieves all of the objectives of this position. This individual also provides mentoring and direct daytoday supervision to level 1 positions.
• Senior Highly experienced in the position. Advanced awareness of the technical needs of both the controls system programming integration to other systems and very sophisticated HVAC strategies if working in the control field. May act as a lead to assist others on very complex project tasks. Also provides mentoring and direct supervision when required on projects.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design Controls projects to meet scope of work and budget as defined by contract documents and sales estimate ensuring equipment compatibility.
• Provide detailed sequence of operations.
• Provide Microsoft Visio labor and direction as required to complete submittals and other engineered drawings accurately and professionally.
• Ability to determine BAS requirements when plans or specifications are unavailable.
• Ability to conduct site surveys of existing systems (HVAC Central Plant Lab Applications Industrial Applications High rise K12 Universities and Healthcare/Medical) to determine BAS requirements for renovations and replacement of other BAS systems.
• Interpret project documents for both new construction and renovation projects estimate and other information as available to select the proper equipment to achieve the scope of work required in the most economical and functional manner.
• Accurately forecast necessary labor required to engineer a complete project and track this over time to achieve budget and forecast goals.
• Recommend technical solutions to sales and operations. Constantly research outside purchase products.
• Provide support to Climatec and other contractors to solve building operating issues that go beyond the controls operation.
• Communicate with internal employees as required to ensure engineering is accurate and timely.
• Provide input to others as requested or required to assist in the accurate estimation value engineering design installation start up commissioning and training for building systems.
• Communicate with external organizations as required such as consulting engineers building owners and other contractors to ensure accurate and timely engineering.
• Provide support for ongoing service engineering and support for existing building systems.
• Complete Bill of Material for every project.
• Suggest/recommend new products that provide better functionality and value to projects.
• Generate Request for Information (RFIs) to clarify design issues and recommend appropriate solutions as necessary.
• Assist Sales team during estimation/bid phase of the project by providing design support.
• As assigned develop and maintain a library of engineering standards for both Climatec and the industry.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills & Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of high school diploma or twoyear technical degree in HVAC or Electronics related studies preferred.
• Other technical experience such as military on the job training programs etc. may meet this requirement as determined by local management.
• At least 5 years experience of basic intermediate and advanced computer systems including MS Office Suite of products.
• At least 5 years experience programming configuring and debugging basic to advanced computer problems.
• At least 5 years experience reading and interpreting electrical and electronic diagrams.
• Advanced ability to work with electronic equipment such as volt meters amp meters oscilloscopes etc.
• A complete understanding of mechanical HVAC systems including various types of air handling units terminal units and central plant equipment.
• A working understanding of AC power circuitry including breakers multiphase power etc. 120VAC and greater) and low voltage communications systems 2 wire and ethernet).
• Clear and concise ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• An ability to understand empathetically the issues and perceptions others have and to creatively and successfully work through these issues to achieve a successful outcome and customer and employee satisfaction.

Preferred Qualifications:

• An undergraduate degree or bachelors degree in electrical or mechanical related studies is excellent.
• 3 years experience programming in Alerton BAS Distech and/or Niagara
• 8 years experience with designing building automation systems
• 8 years experience in HVAC controls particularly in programming system startup commissioning and troubleshooting.
• 8 years experience collaborating at a highlevel with installation personnel contractors and the sales team(s).
• 8 years experience providing mentoring and direct supervision on projects.
• Advanced knowledge in building systems operation and occupancy codes
• Advanced knowledge of HVAC operations within a facility if working in the controls field.
• Level 2 and Senior Design Specialists have a very deep understanding of the DDC that control buildings. They also understand the other systems involved in the mechanical and electrical portions of building controls.
• Level 2 and Senior Design Specialist also have the experience to provide extensive integration support for a multitude of building systems.

Essential Job Functions:

• Be able to lift and carry drawings personal computers material etc.
• Maintain a satisfactory driving record which per Climatecs vehicle policy allows the individual to drive a company vehicle.
• Be able to spend a significant amount of time sitting behind a desk.
• Be able to travel to a job site as defined by the description of the tasks outlined in but not limited to the job description above.

Company Provided Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Disability Coverage (LTD/STD)
• 401K w/ company match
• Pet Insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays

Application Process:

Please submit your resume along with a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and how you meet the qualifications outlined above. Additionally please include any relevant certifications or examples of successful project implementations.

Additional Information:

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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