University of California  Los Angeles

Automation Engineer

Technical Services
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years in building automation system installation and troubleshooting.
  • Knowledge of Tridium and Niagara framework for programming.
  • Experience with HVAC system operations, including chilled water and steam systems.
  • Proficient with test instruments like multimeters and oscilloscopes.
  • Analytical skills for evaluating HVAC system efficiency and generating reports.
  • Familiarity with network protocols and troubleshooting.
  • Understand energy management and control strategies.

Responsibilities

  • Provide engineering support for building automation systems and HVAC maintenance.
  • Troubleshoot and maintain BAS communications networks.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams and external consultants for comprehensive service delivery.
  • Implement energy conservation and sustainable design strategies.
  • Communicate effectively with campus staff and community stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Benefits start on day one for employees.
  • Comprehensive UC benefits package available.
  • Support for professional development and continuing education.
Full Job Description
Position Summary

Under the general direction of the supervisor, this position provides application engineering and software program development for campus building automation systems (BAS), HAVC and building service systems. This position also coordinates with campus utilities staff to provide BAS engineering support for HVAC maintenance and projects. The Automation Engineer provides troubleshooting and service for the BAS communications network. Coordinates with other engineering disciplines and external consultant engineers to provide complete engineering services. The Automation Engineer also establishes design and application practices that implement energy conversation and sustainable design. This position communicates with staff, management and the campus community in an effective and professional manner.

Salary & Compensation

*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.
Qualifications

  • 10+ years Installation, configuration, service, troubleshooting, and repair of building automation control systems, including pneumatic and electronic controls. (Required)
  • Working knowledge of Tridium and Niagara framework. Working knowledge of building automation system programming utilizing block coding and/or line coding methodology. Ability to develop a systems control program from a written sequence of operations. (Required)
  • Working knowledge of the control and sequence of operations for various types of building systems, including but not limited to, large and small tonnage chilled water systems, air handling and distribution equipment, steam and hot water equipment, hot and chilled water distribution systems. (Required)
  • Competency in the use of test instrumentation such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, network sniffers, and capture tools. (Required)
  • Skill in analyzing information concerning efficient and economical operation of heating, ventilation, refrigeration and air conditioning equipment in order to complete reports and/or make recommendations. (Required)
  • Familiarity with OSI model network layers and be able to troubleshoot network related issues. (Required)
  • Ability to modify sequences of operation and modify controller programs and systems to accommodate remodel projects in buildings. (Required)
  • Knowledge of energy management and control strategies. (Required)
  • Ability to select, install, and calibrate meters and instrumentation. (Required)
  • Ability to read and interpret schematic drawings. (Required)
  • Working knowledge of UBC, OSHA, and ADA requirements as it relates to the craft. Ability to recognize discrepancies of ADA and Fire/Life/Safety costs of each job and report to supervisor. (Required)
  • Working knowledge of electronic circuitry and OHMS law. (Required)
  • Ability operate trade-related hands and power tools, including achievement of operational level skills. (Required)

  • Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

  • Bachelor's Degree Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, building systems engineering, or a related field. Equivalent experience may be considered. (Preferred)
  • Must possess, upon hire, and maintain a valid CA noncommercial Class C License in accordance with the California (CA) Department of Motor Vehicles. (Required)
  • Niagara 4 Technical Certification (Required)

  • Special Conditions for Employment

  • Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
  • Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.
  • Pre-Placement Physical: Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory physical examination.
  • Driving Record: The position is subject to the California DMV "Pull Notice System" and continued employment is contingent upon proof of a satisfactory driving record.

  • Schedule

    6:00am to 2:30pm
    Union/Policy Covered

    K4-Skilled Crafts-UCLA
    Complete Position Description

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    About University of California Los Angeles

    The University of California, Los Angeles is a public land-grant research university in Los Angeles, California. UCLA's academic roots were established in 1881 as a teachers college then known as the southern branch of the California State Normal School. This school was absorbed with the official founding of UCLA as the Southern Branch of the University of California in 1919, making it the second-oldest of the 10-campus University of California system. UCLA offers 337 undergraduate and graduate degree programs in a wide range of disciplines, enrolling about 31,600 undergraduate and 14,300 graduate and professional students. UCLA received 174,914 undergraduate applications for Fall 2022, including transfers, making the school the most applied-to university in the United States. The university is organized into the College of Letters and Science and 12 professional schools. Six of the schools offer undergraduate degree programs: the School of the Arts and Architecture, Samueli School of Engineering, Herb Alpert School of Music, School of Nursing, Luskin School of Public Affairs and School of Theater, Film and Television. Three others are graduate-level professional health science schools: the David Geffen School of Medicine, School of Dentistry and Fielding School of Public Health. The School of Education & Information Studies, Anderson School of Management and School of Law round out the university.
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