Job Summary:We are currently seeking a highly energetic and organized individual to work in our System Application-Design Department as a System Designer with emphasis on BAS system design.
Key Responsibilities:- Involved with project turnover meetings with the Project Manager and sales, to gather all information needed to conduct Engineering.
- Designs and develops panel layouts, network layouts, wiring diagrams per customer and/or company standards.
- Selects materials including DDC modules, field sensing and control devices, dampers and valves to meet the Project requirements, specifications, codes and customer standards.
- Submits material order forms for all Project required materials along with detailed, "When needed" dates to ensure all project deadlines are met.
- Develops the Project "commissioning checklist" for Project startup, checkout and commissioning.
- The major key success factor for this role is the completion of each assignment with a goal of high PM/Customer satisfaction, scope & specification compliance and achieving the budgetary guidelines
- Utilizes Ainsworth or customer standard programs for designing assigned Projects. The goal is to utilize standard Ainsworth / HTML5 graphics / programs whenever possible (built library) and modify, enhance as needed.
- Functional tests all programming to ensure compliance with specified sequences of operation and that system performance aligns with industry standards and project specs.
- Maintains personal accessibility. Communicate to all field technicians, office sales and all Ainsworth employees as well as clients/vendors at the highest levels possible.
- Work with the Project Manager to ensure timely issuance of as-built documents and any project-specific close out documents required by specification or contract.
- Maintains knowledge of all Delta/Schneider/Distech hardware, software, tools and applications.
- Analyzes and advises owners and contractors regarding appropriate control application strategy and available options.
- Locates and uses resources on issues that are beyond personal technical expertise.
- Actively participates in team and Engineering meetings, is open to the free exchange of ideas and concepts and contributes input and feedback to the management team members in a constructive manner.
- Works within a cross functional environment to drive improvements in company processes and methods to improve its ability to meet the mission statement.
- Establishes and maintains a positive team relationship with co-workers and provides benefit of experience and positive feedback to co-workers while accepting that of others.
Requirements:- University degree in engineering or related field
- More than 5 years of experience project engineering experience in the field of mechanical building services
- Ability to provide strong leadership skills to support direct and indirect reports and broader business directives.
- Possess strong understanding of HVAC Control Systems to accurately appraise existing BAS systems components, evaluate general site conditions, and recommend the most applicable system or technical solution
- Demonstrate an excellent understanding of the entire Building Technology offering.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, presentation, technical, and financials abilities
- Working experience with Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint software programs and energy related tools
- Strong leadership qualities and the ability to work independently and within a team environment
- The ability to work in a complex fast paced environment, dealing with multiple projects and clients
- Experience working with other consultants and contractors, and coordination of integrated projects
- Knowledgeable regarding governing building, electrical and mechanical codes, ASHRAE, and NFPA standards
- Display strong sense of urgency and ability to prioritize tasks.
The salary range is $70,000 to $120,000 per year. Actual salaries will vary based on factors such as education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as alignment with market data. The base salary is just one component of Ainsworth's total compensation package, which also includes additional rewards and benefits such as short-term incentives and health insurance, among others.
This posting is for an active and current vacancy; interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
