Controls Programmer (BMSBAS) Sterling, VA

Location: Sterling VA
Travel: Regional Travel for Commissioning and Field Support
Company: JSET Automated Technologies

About JSET Automated Technologies

JSET Automated Technologies specializes in Building Management Systems (BMS) Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS) industrial controls and mission-critical infrastructure projects. Our teams support advanced automation and controls installations across data centers industrial facilities and critical infrastructure environments throughout the United States.

This role is ideal for candidates with experience as a Controls Programmer Automation Engineer BAS Programmer BMS Programmer PLC Programmer SCADA Programmer Controls Engineer or Building Automation Specialist.

Position Overview

JSET Automated Technologies is seeking a Controls Programmer to develop implement troubleshoot and support industrial and building automation systems throughout the Northern Virginia region.

This is a hands-on programming role that combines software development with field commissioning startup support and real-world troubleshooting. The ideal candidate enjoys collaborating with field technicians engineers and commissioning teams to bring complex automation systems online successfully.

This position primarily supports projects in the Sterling VA and Northern Virginia market while providing regional project support as needed.

What Youll Do

• Program configure and troubleshoot DDC controllers and PLC-based control systems
• Develop control logic sequences of operation alarms trends schedules and point databases
• Create HMI graphics dashboards and operator interfaces
• Configure and document BACnet Modbus and related communication protocols
• Support field commissioning startup and functional testing activities
• Troubleshoot control logic communication issues I/O challenges and device integration problems
• Work closely with field technicians project managers engineers and commissioning personnel
• Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)
• Maintain backups version control and project documentation
• Assist with system optimization and performance improvements
• Support project turnover and closeout activities

Required Qualifications

• 2 years of experience programming industrial automation building automation or control systems
• Experience with one or more of the following platforms:
  • Niagara (Tridium)
  • Ignition
  • PLC-based automation systems
  • Rockwell Automation platforms preferred
• Strong understanding of control sequences and system operation
• Ability to troubleshoot automation systems in live operational environments
• Experience supporting startup commissioning and field integration activities
• Understanding of networking fundamentals and industrial communication protocols
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings controls schematics and sequence of operations documents
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Valid drivers license

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Building Automation Systems (BAS) and Building Management Systems (BMS)
• Experience with Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS)
• Experience supporting data center mission-critical industrial or large commercial projects
• Familiarity with BACnet Modbus TCP/IP Modbus RTU and related communication protocols
• Experience developing HMI graphics and visualization platforms
• Associates or Bachelors degree in Engineering Controls Automation Computer Science Electrical Technology or a related field
• Experience supporting commissioning startup and system integration activities

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Ongoing Technical Training and Professional Development
• Opportunity to Work on Large-Scale Data Center and Critical Infrastructure Projects

Work Environment

• Combination of office field and commissioning environments
• Active construction sites data centers and operational facilities
• Collaboration with project managers technicians engineers owners and commissioning teams
• Regional travel to project sites as required
• Opportunity to support some of the most advanced mission-critical facilities in the country

Join the JSET Team

If youre passionate about automation controls and solving complex technical challenges JSET offers an opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects while growing your career alongside an experienced team of automation professionals.

Apply today and help deliver the systems that power modern data centers industrial facilities and critical infrastructure projects.

Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. JSET Automated Technologies does not sponsor employment visas for this position.