Ecosystem · 4 months ago
Senior Building Automation Specialist
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$115K/yr - $155K/yr
10+ years expEcosystem is a mission-driven organization that integrates engineering and construction to solve complex energy and decarbonization challenges in the built environment. As a Senior Building Automation Specialist, you will provide strategic and technical leadership on multimillion-dollar energy projects, focusing on optimizing mechanical systems and ensuring successful project delivery from pre-design through commissioning.
EnergyIndustrial EngineeringMechanical Engineering
Responsibilities
Conduct on-site assessments of BAS and mechanical systems
Analyze BAS legacy sequences and architectures for optimization opportunities
Specify BAS components and design custom control strategies
Ensure mechanical system designs are fully controllable and aligned with automation strategies
Lead controls assessments during bid phases and generate scope estimates
Prepare RFP documentation, including sequences and points lists
Support client presentations and internal reviews pre-award
Oversee BAS installations; liaise with contractors and project teams
Attend start-ups to ensure readiness and validate programming
Confirm implementation of control logic and user-friendly interfaces
Troubleshoot issues on-site and resolve them in real-time
Lead or support full commissioning to ensure systems perform to specifications
Optimize programming to meet performance guarantees post-installation
Train client facilities staff on BAS and integrated system operation and provide clients with clear, actionable technical insights
Monitor system data during the M&V phase and troubleshoot anomalies
Support data collection and reporting for ongoing performance validation
Mentor junior engineers and technicians on controls design and commissioning best practices
Champion cross function knowledge transfer to internal Project Team: engineers/ construction managers/ subcontractors
Qualification
Required
10+ Experience in Building Automation Systems installations on mechanical systems, such as air handlers, VAVs, chilled water systems, and hot water systems
Proven experience hiring and managing controls contractors
Experience in writing and troubleshooting controls' programs from leading integrators or manufacturers, such as Delta Controls, Automated Logic Controls, Schneider, Distech Controls, Johnson Controls, Siemens, Honeywell etc
Experience in reading and understanding mechanical sequence of operations
Ability to troubleshoot hardware devices and wiring
Work on-site daily to monitor the performance of completed projects and provide support during design, construction, and commissioning phases
Occasional travel to Canada and other United States offices
Benefits
Generous paid time off: minimum of 15 vacation days, 5 personal days, 10 public holidays, plus a week off to recharge during the end of year holidays.
Parking and meals covered on-site.
Employer contribution to 401(k) and to a complete Group Insurance package with easy access to health and support through Telemedicine and Employee Assistance Program.
More than a working tool, cell phones are provided for professional and personal use.
Industry-leading health and safety practices.
Company
Ecosystem
Ecosystem specialize in the modernization of energy ecosystems in the built environment.
201-500 employees
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Funding
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