Sandia National Laboratories · 6 hours ago
Senior/Principal Facilities Technologist - Mechanical Services, Onsite
Albuquerque, NM
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$62K/yr - $120K/yr
3+ years expSandia National Laboratories is the nation’s premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation. The Facilities Technologist will lead the operation and maintenance of the building automation controls system, focusing on HVAC systems and collaborating with engineers and technicians to ensure optimal performance.
GovernmentInformation TechnologyNational Security
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Craft innovative Building Automation System (BAS) programs that drive the operation of our facility systems, with a focus on heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC)
Collaborate with engineers to develop groundbreaking control strategies that enhance our systems
Team up with HVAC technicians to troubleshoot and resolve challenges within our Facilities Control Systems
Engage in the design review process for new buildings and HVAC systems, ensuring our projects meet the highest standards
Contribute as a vital team member throughout the design, construction, start-up, commissioning, and troubleshooting phases of new buildings and HVAC systems
Monitor and report on progress toward goals and schedules related to facility equipment, keeping our operations running smoothly
Uphold Sandia National Laboratories' industry guidelines, ensuring excellence in everything we do
Qualification
Required
High school diploma plus three (3) or more years of directly related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience in one or more of the following: Operation and troubleshooting of HVAC systems and associated equipment
BAS operation for the control and monitoring of HVAC and other facilities systems
Writing BAS programs for the control of HVAC systems and associated equipment such as boilers, chillers, air handlers, or comparable mechanical sub-systems
Ability to obtain and maintain an active DOE Q-level security clearance
Preferred
Knowledge and understanding of commercial and industrial mechanical HVAC components and systems from small single zone air handlers up to and including large campus chilled and heating water generation plants
Familiarity with cleanroom and laboratory ventilation systems
Demonstrated working knowledge of HVAC DDC control systems, including configuration and setup of controllers, creation of databases and control programming, and troubleshooting/maintenance of system components
Experience with management level configuration of DDC front end interfaces and software
An excellent understanding of BAS software and hardware, control programming and logic, database management, graphics creation, or relevant experience with comparable equipment such as PLC-based control systems
Experience with computer networks, serial- and Ethernet-based communication protocols (especially BACnet), or relevant experience with computers and communication systems
Experience with Siemens APOGEE or DESIGO system software and PX and DXR series controllers and components
Experience in creating or reviewing BAS or comparable controls designs
An understanding of building energy auditing processes, HVAC system commissioning, or monitoring-based commissioning
Familiarity with smart building control concepts, advanced demand-based control strategies, and the latest ASHRAE HVAC standards
LEED, CEM/PEM/EMP, or CMVP certification, or similar energy- or facilities-related certifications
Benefits
Generous vacation
Strong medical and other benefits
Competitive 401k
Learning opportunities
Relocation assistance
Amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance
Company
Sandia National Laboratories
Sandia is a conducts research and development into the non-nuclear components of nuclear weapons.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$4.4MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyARPA-E
2023-09-21Grant· $0.5M
2023-07-27Grant
2023-01-10Grant· $3.7M
Leadership Team
Laura McGill
Deputy Laboratories Director - Nuclear Deterrence, and Chief Technology Officer
Maria Gallardo
CFO Enterprise Risk Management Program Lead
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