Building Automation Engineer III

Schneider Electric - Dallas, TX

Full-time

Dallas, TX

Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing

About the position

The Building Automation Engineer III at Schneider Electric plays a crucial role in implementing quality building automation control practices and providing technical oversight for construction site projects within the retrofit and energy performance contracting team. This position is integral to customer success and focuses on sustainability projects in the public sector, including K-12 education, government services, and military installations.

Responsibilities

• Implement hardware and software designs for building automation systems.
• Oversee electrical installation subcontractors for compliance with design and schedule.
• Provide technical support for electrical installation and standardization of building automation controls.
• Lead validation, commissioning, and project implementation of BAS control systems.
• Test and validate hardware/software for correct operation and quality installation.
• Manage material handling related to BAS controls.
• Analyze building automation systems to recommend improvements for functionality and energy efficiency.
• Create project documentation and collaborate with other engineers throughout all phases of work.
• Assist with estimates and design of hardware/software changes and problem solutions.
• Act as the technical resource for building automation systems with the construction team.
• Provide status and progress reports on projects.
• Ensure conformance to industry design standards.
• Provide technical training and support internally and externally.
• Assist with integration of third-party systems and troubleshooting BAS operations.

Requirements

• 2+ years engineering or technical degree required or equivalent work experience.
• 7+ years related work experience in building automation/controls and/or installation of mechanical HVAC equipment.
• Technical knowledge of HVAC equipment and systems and building automation systems.
• Competency in Microsoft Office programs.

Nice-to-haves

• Certified Energy Manager (CEM) certification and/or other professional certifications (LEED, CEA, BEP, PE, etc.) preferred.
• Working knowledge of Schneider Electric BAS platforms (Vista, Continuum, I/Net, and/or Invensys) preferred.
• Hands-on experience with other building automation vendors (Johnson Controls, Honeywell, Alerton, Automated Logic, etc.) preferred.