Controls Application Engineer

About NDBS

National Design Build is a mechanical design/build firm that offers our customers knowledge and experience in designing air conditioning, heating, ventilation and refrigeration systems (HVAC/R) in commercial and industrial buildings. Our projects consist of Healthcare, Food Processing, Manufacturing, Warehouses, Office Buildings and Refrigerated Warehouses.  NDBS offers an impressive benefits and compensation program in addition to excellent career development opportunities. 

Job Description

The Building Automation Services Manager is a leader in the HVAC BAS industry.  This position is responsible for ensuring our BAS systems meet NDBS rigorous quality standards while driving continuous improvement and ensuring our group is leading with industry trends and innovation.  The Building Automation Services Manager oversees the designs, implementation, modification and maintenance of the control system.

Position Information

Position Type: Full-time

Travel Required: 5-15%

Department: Technical Services

Location: St. Louis, MO 63146

Responsibilities

• Adhering to NDBS Core Values
  • Safety
  • We Answer Our Phones
  • Always Innovating
  • Collaborative Partnerships
  • Reputation
  • Entrepreneurship

• Design and Technical:
  • Aide in Diagnosing, troubleshooting and resolving software issues on installed Building Automation and Energy Management Systems.
  • Aide in the Diagnosing communication problems with control devices and other components.
  • Assist where needed with commissioning and startup of new Building Automation and Energy Management Systems to ensure proper operation.
  • Provide remote support training to customers.
  • Create and maintain software documentation, including design, structure, code, and compiling processes.
  • Create and maintain test records and site configuration information.
  • Develop and enforce software standards and processes.
  • Provide technical support to sales engineers and assist in development of new business opportunities.
  • Assist in developing change order cost and scope.

• Mentoring/Continuous Improvement
  • Help aide in the develop and training staff both in Controls and Engineering through drawing and submittal reviews
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of NDBS
  • Stay on the forefront of industry trends and new offerings

• Project Execution:
  • Attend, as necessary, project meetings to identify project scope, risks, resource requirements, communications, schedule, and budgets
  • Manage BAS deadlines and deliverables.
  • Collaborate with preconstruction department to develop BAS bid scope.
  • Collaborate with engineering to ensure design scope is aligning with BAS expectations.
  • Collaborate with operations department to ensure a shared understanding of BAS scope and overall execution

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated with excellent time and task management skills
• Ability to work within an environment with deadlines while having to multi-task with changing priorities
• Ability to interact effectively with others in a team environment
• Ability to lead a team while prioritizing project deliverables and tasks
• Excellent leadership, organization, and communication skills
• Demonstrated expertise in planning, organizing, and controlling all aspects of complex, large scale mechanical, electrical, or control system projects.
• OSHA 30 certification is a plus and will be required upon hiring.

NDBS is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.