We are seeking a Controls Specialist / Controls Systems Engineer to join our federal team supporting U.S. military and other U.S. federal government sites Outside the Continental United States (OCONUS). Our OCONUS team supports projects for the U.S. government, primarily for the Department of State supporting U.S. Embassies and for the Department of Defense supporting U.S. military bases in foreign countries (no designated war zone countries). Travel is based on the project needs, but typically around 80%.
Pay Range: Typical base salary is in the $115,000 - $150,000 range based on experience and depending on location and assignment. Daily per diem provided when traveling. Bonus eligible on top of base salary. Will explain full compensation details further during interview.
Location: Virtual / Remote (work from home) - can be based anywhere in the United States. Will require up to 80% international travel in roughly 90 day durations (some times less depending on location and project scope). Will not travel to any designated war zone countries. All travel related expenses are provided by the company.
Benefits: Eligible for benefits on first day of employment
Vacation: 3 weeks of paid vacation, 5 sick days, 3 floating holidays, and 10 standard holidays per calendar year
As a Controls Specialist / Controls Systems Engineer, you will:
- Under general direction, acts as the on-site project leader to execute and complete HVAC controls and other Building Automation System (BAS) projects with assigned customers in a safe and cost effective manner. Performs or delegates tasks as required to execute and fully complete assigned projects including: system programming, installation coordination, system and network commissioning, training and project closeout
- Participates in the installation of hardware designs and software programming using established standards as required. Provides detailed information to communicate design and operation to customers, Johnson Controls staff and subcontractors
- Manages and completes the loading, device verification, and commissioning of all system controllers as required. Validates complete system functionality and resolves issues with subcontractors and others to ensure proper operation. Provides accurate project as-built and commissioning documentation.
- Test and write modifications to systems software
- Provides coaching, mentoring and technical assistance. Provides technical assistance to subcontractors
- Performs site-specific training for owner/operator on the total system in full or with assistance. Ensures owner/operator has been trained. Provides proper documentation and manuals for system operation
- Follows all safety standards and has the highest regard for employee and subcontractor safety
Required Qualifications:
- Must have technical, hands-on experience in system commissioning and/or programming of digital HVAC controls systems (DDC systems).
- Knowledge of a variety of electronic or digital controls systems, HVAC controls systems, facilities management systems, site preparation, peripheral equipment installation and servicing techniques
- Must have knowledge of control theory and HVAC systems and equipment.
- Strong personal computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, etc) and general Windows environment.
- Must have the ability to communicate technical material to a non-technical audience.
- Must have the ability to work independently and also as part of a team
- Ability to travel approximately 80% of the time to international / overseas locations (will not be sent to any designated war zone countries)
- U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret (or higher) security clearance required. (This involves a background/character, criminal history, employment, and credit check.). Active Secret (or higher) clearance strongly preferred.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Demonstrated experience and proficiency working with Johnson Controls Metasys or Tridiumae Niagara Direct Digital Control (DDC) system
- Experience with BAS communication protocols including at least one of the following: BACnet MSTP, BACnet IP, N2, P1, Modbus, and/or LON
- Experience using SMP, SCT, and/or CCT
- Experience supporting projects in foreign countries
- Prior experience supporting projects at U.S. military or other federal government sites
Division: JCFS (Johnson Controls Federal Systems)
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