Pritchett Controls · 3 days ago
Engineering Specialist (BAS Controls Programmer)
Beltsville, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$500K/yr - $1,000K/yr
5+ years expPritchett Controls, Inc. has been providing innovative Building Automation System solutions for nearly 30 years. The Engineering Specialist will program controllers, integrate third-party systems, create graphics, and execute performance testing to meet project goals and contractual requirements.
ComputerInformation TechnologyReal EstateSoftwareVirtual Reality
Responsibilities
Programs and commissions Local DDC I/O and network controllers and the BAS front end (GUI) computers per sequences of operation and contract documents
Integrates to 3rd party systems/equipment such as BACnet, LON, and Modbus on Chillers, Boilers, VFD’s, Generators, Rooftop Units (RTU’s), VRF’s, FAS, etc
Follows company established programming standards and precedents
Provides onsite and offsite technical support during installation, start-up, commissioning and turnover processes
Participates in onsite walk-throughs, formal commissioning and customer demonstration/ training on assigned projects
Organizes and maintains job folder and updates pertinent job related information
Completes all project closeout documentation, including program backups and as-built drawings
Completes assigned projects on time, within budget, and per contractual requirements
Writes progress reports to the Project Manager and participates in progress meetings as directed
Qualification
Required
BS Building Automation Systems, BS Mechanical Engineering, BS Electrical Engineering, Associates Degree in Building Automation Systems (BAS), Electronics or equivalent job experience in the controls industry
5+ years of experience programming BAS and integrating with third party equipment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Advanced computer skills, including creating graphics for commercial BAS graphical user interfaces
Solid knowledge and practical experience with Computer Networks and advanced knowledge and practical experience of BAS Networks
Advanced knowledge of the controls concepts and strategies for commercial building HVAC mechanical systems
Strong understanding of commercial building Mechanical & Electrical operations
Understanding and practical experience with the Electrical and Electronics concepts associated with BAS Direct Digital Control Systems (DDC)
Ability to proficiently read Mechanical and Electrical blueprints
Physical ability to walk construction sites, including stairs and ladders
Practical experience with commercial building construction site conditions, layouts, and safety practices
Preferred
Experience programming the following product lines is preferred: Tridium (Ax & R2), Niagara (ENC & UNC), Reliable Controls, Struxureware, and Schneider Electric I/A Series Control Systems
Programming experience with Lynxspring and Distech product lines is also a plus
Benefits
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
401(k)
Health, Dental, Vision, Short and Long Term Disability, Paid Holidays, Vacation and Sick Leave, etc.
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Company
Pritchett Controls
Wide variety of building applications, Pritchett Controls is a veritable one-stop shop for building automation solutions.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase