Systems Specialist Intern (BAS)
Bloomfield, CT - USA
Job Summary
About Robert Bosch GmbH
Headquartered in Germany Robert Bosch GmbH is a premier global supplier with four primary business sectors: Automotive Technology Industrial Technology Consumer Goods and Energy and Building Technology. Over 400000 associates generate sales of over 90 billion. Bosch improves quality of life worldwide with products and services that are innovative and spark short Bosch creates technology that is Invented for life. Ninety-two percent of the share capital of Robert Bosch GmbH is held by Robert Bosch Stiftung GmbH a charitable foundation. The special ownership structure guarantees the entrepreneurial freedom of the Bosch Group making it possible for the company to plan over the long term and to undertake significant investments in safeguarding its North America Robert Bosch LLC supplies automotive original equipment and aftermarket products industrial drive and control technology power tool security and building technology thermo-technology household appliances solar energy healthcare and software innovations. Bosch established its regional presence in North America in 1906 and now employs 41000 associates in more than one hundred locations.
Bosch Building Technologies Integrator Business
The regional system integration business called Bosch Building Technologies offers solutions and customized services for building security energy efficiency and building automation for commercial buildings and infrastructure projects Bosch started its Integrator Business in North America through the acquisition of Climatec in 2015. Climatec expanded Boschs role as a comprehensive supplier of energy building automation and security solutions. Climatec is recognized in the building industry as an independent single-source integrator of critical building systems including energy services building automation and security & life safety in the U.S. market. The company provides consulting planning implementation and 24/7 remote management. Climatec is active in several market segments and industries including data centers commercial real estate buildings and federal state and local government. Climatec has operated as an independent entity maintaining its offices in Arizona California Nevada Texas New York and New Jersey. Climatec continues to represent and integrate numerous leading manufactures product lines across its wide range of services including Bosch 2023 Bosch acquired Canadian-based security integrator Paladin Technologies. Merging Paladin Technologies and Climatec will significantly expand Boschs Integrator Business in North America. Today the combined entity of Bosch Building Technologies (previously Climatec and Paladin Technologies) represents over $800M in revenues and 2800 associates. Utilizing the strengths of both companies Bosch offers its customers a complete portfolio of networked and efficient energy building automation and security solutions.
Job Summary
The Building Automation / Controls Technician Intern is responsible for installing wiring programming commissioning and troubleshooting HVAC control systems. This role works closely with engineering project management electricians and other trades to ensure control systems are installed per design operate as intended and meet project requirements. The position supports Distech-based control systems Alerton Control system networking and field devices across air and water systems.
Key Responsibilities
Controls Systems & Devices
- Gain a working knowledge of installed control devices required wiring and overall device functionality.
- Understand proper sensor selection and installation for different HVAC applications (e.g. averaging sensors duct sensors VAV applications).
- Understand device capabilities and confirm suitability for intended system use.
Installation & Wiring
- Install wire and program control panels Distech controllers Alerton controllers sensors actuators relays and related field devices.
- Replace or repair existing sensors actuators and relays as needed.
- Create and interpret detailed wiring diagrams for common HVAC control components.
- Coordinate wire pulls and field terminations with electricians.
System Layout & Mechanical Knowledge
- Begin laying out Air Handling Units (AHUs) and water-based HVAC systems following industry best practices.
- Understand system types including VAV Fan Powered Boxes (FPB) and VAV with reheat.
- Interpret and understand mechanical and electrical construction drawings.
Programming Commissioning & Troubleshooting
- Launch controller code via web interface for Distech Eclypse controllers.
- Access Niagara Alerton systems to load and manage controller programs.
- Perform Point-to-Point (P2P) checkout to verify sensor accuracy and output operation.
- Follow and understand control logic within GFX and Visual Logic programming environments.
- Understand HVAC operational modes such as economizer cooling mechanical cooling and heating.
- Assist engineering and project teams with on-site troubleshooting of control logic hardware and software issues.
Networking & Integration
- Connect and integrate non-Distech/Alerton devices into control networks.
- Assist with field terminations point mapping and verification.
- Troubleshoot network communication issues related to IP and BACnet MSTP.
Communication & Coordination
- Provide daily progress updates to supervisors and project lead.
- Act as the primary point of contact on smaller installation-only projects.
- Communicate consistently with the Engineering department regarding field conditions and issues.
- Submit equipment and material requests with supervisor approval.
- Coordinate ordering of non-job-specific materials such as wire nuts connectors and mounting hardware.
Construction Site & Professional Conduct
- Demonstrate appropriate jobsite behavior and maintain professional interactions with subcontractors and fellow contractors.
- Attend toolbox talks and safety meetings as required.
Training & Development
- Review and follow detailed training documentation from the Design Hardware and Software Engineering teams.
- Participate in formal and informal training on system operation sequencing and programming standards.
- Support continuous improvement through ongoing learning and field experience.
General
- Perform additional related duties as assigned to support project completion and team objectives.
Required Qualifications:
- Knowledge of HVAC systems and building automation concepts
- Ability to read mechanical electrical and controls drawings
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Effective communication and teamwork abilities
- Willingness to learn and grow within a controls-focused career path
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with Distech controls and Niagara Framework
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.
- Must be able to effectively communicate (ie see hear speak and write clearly) in order to communicate with colleagues and/or customers; manual dexterity required for occasional reaching lifting of light office objects and operating office equipment
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.
- The office is clean orderly properly lighted and ventilated. Noise levels are considered low to moderate
Additional Information:
- Compensation:$21-30/h
- Working Hours:This position generally works Monday- Friday overtime and on call when necessary
- Benefits:
- 401K w/ company match
- Sick Time
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer including disability / veterans.
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Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization unavailable.
Required Experience:
Intern
About Company
Since 1975, Climatec has built upon the trust of our customers. Climatec’s building experts are passionate about creating safe, comfortable and efficient building environments – and delivering extraordinary customer experiences. We have grown from humble beginnings into one of the lar ... View more