Senior Engineer - Building Management Systems (BMS)

EchoStar

$96K — $137K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or equivalent
  • 5+ years' experience in BMS and Electrical design, installation, and operation in critical facilities
  • Troubleshooting experience with Schneider Electric I/A Series and familiarity with CMMS
  • Strong knowledge of Direct Digital Controls (DDC)
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, Blue Beam, and standard office applications
  • Electrical/HVAC: Journeyman Electrician or HVAC License preferred
  • EPA Section 608 Universal Technician license desired

Responsibilities

  • Serve as Subject Matter Expert for BAS/BMS, monitoring HVAC, lighting, and air quality systems
  • Design electrical systems and controller installations from technical drawings
  • Create graphical representations for BMS installations and compile reports for senior management
  • Perform maintenance and repairs on BMS hardware and related equipment
  • Oversee preventative maintenance for various HVAC components
  • Analyze data trends to optimize energy consumption and control efficiency
  • Diagnose complex electrical and mechanical issues and recommend repairs or replacements

Benefits

  • Health perks including flexible spending accounts and HSA
  • 401(k) Plan with company match
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • Career development opportunities
  • Flexible time away plan
Full Job Description
Job Duties and Responsibilities

Maintain, control, and preserve the architectural integrity and asset value of critical infrastructure to meet the highest company standards. This includes the oversight of regularly scheduled facility inspections, building/electrical construction and maintenance, HVAC, Building Management Systems (BMS), fire & life safety, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Subject Matter Expert (SME): Act as the primary lead for the BAS/BMS to remotely monitor, control, and optimize HVAC, lighting, and air quality systems in real-time
  • Design electrical and controls installations, including controller/device mounting, I/O and communications wiring, and the construction of controller logic from drawings and sequences of operations
  • Construct BMS graphics to represent installations and alarm notification schemes; provide significant operational data and project reports to senior management on a timely basis
  • Perform necessary maintenance and repairs on electrical and BMS controller hardware and ancillary equipment (relays, thermistors, etc.) in a craftsman-like manner
  • Oversee preventative and predictive maintenance for chillers, boilers, AHUs, VAV boxes, pumps, motors, and CRAC units to maintain occupational and working environments
  • Analyze data trends to reduce energy consumption, adjust setpoints, and tune control loops for maximum efficiency
  • Diagnose complex mechanical, electrical, and controls problems, determining the root cause and the best course of action (repair vs. replace)
  • Draw in AutoCAD or Blue Beam to support facility modifications and new product analysis
  • Order controller hardware, software, conductors, and computer hardware necessary to support site installations
  • Create concise documents to support the need for replacing BMS equipment and assist in planning capital expenditures for infrastructure upgrades
  • Contractor Supervision: Negotiate service contracts, create bid specifications, and supervise external contractors for specialized services
  • Ensure all systems meet EPA, OSHA, and local building codes, including fire suppression and pressure vessel inspections
  • Represent the site at internal and external meetings and communicate critical information to senior management

Skills, Experience and Requirements

Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or equivalent
  • Minimum of 5+ years' experience in BMS and Electrical design, installation, and operation, preferably within a critical facility environment
  • 5+ years of experience troubleshooting Schneider Electric I/A Series (BACnet, Modbus, LONworks, EBO) and CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems), Tridium, Niagara Framework (N4, AX, R2) is a plus, iNET, Honeywell


Skills and Qualifications:
  • Strong knowledge of Direct Digital Controls (DDC) and their electrical interface with commercial mechanical equipment
  • To convert engineering units and apply common formulas to perform necessary calculations
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints, controls drawings, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
  • Extensive experience in the programming, commissioning, and trouble-shooting of field-level controllers. (ALC, Schneider Electric I/A series and Ecostruxure series, Honeywell) Software & Protocols
  • WebCTRL hardware and block programming certification desired. Proficiency in AutoCAD, Blue Beam, and standard office applications (Databases, Word, Excel, Google)
  • Electrical/HVAC: Journeyman Electrician or HVAC License desired
  • EPA Section 608 Universal Technician license desired
  • Professional: CFM or FMP certifications are highly preferred
  • Normal office and construction environments, with occasional work near moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, or outdoor weather conditions
  • Physical Ability: Must be able to lift 50 pounds and sit, stand, crawl, or climb ladders for extended periods
  • Ability to work occasional weekends or evenings; on-call availability for 24/7 emergency response to facility incidents
  • Travel required


Visa sponsorship not available for this role

Salary Ranges

Compensation: $96,250.00/Year - $137,500.00/Year
Benefits

We offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed here: EchoStar Benefits.

The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies; compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change based on work location.

Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.

The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.

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