University of Miami - Miami, FL
posted 4 months ago
The University of Miami is seeking a Full Time Facilities Automation Engineer to join the Central Energy Plant at UHealth. This role is pivotal in managing building automation devices, networks, and related computer systems to ensure optimal facilities conditions and operations while safeguarding University assets. The Facilities Automation Engineer will be responsible for optimizing the operational efficiency of various building systems by providing technical support for chiller plant operations, energy control systems, network devices, and enterprise automation platforms. This includes installations, setup, commissioning, field programming, maintenance, calibration, and repairs for all associated campus assets. In this position, the engineer will maintain computer systems and provide guidance and support to HVAC Mechanics and Energy Technicians. They will also make recommendations to the Energy Manager on improving the building automation system and reducing energy consumption. The role involves researching, evaluating, designing, implementing, and monitoring current sequences of operations to enhance energy savings. The engineer will perform analyses to test, develop, modify, and adapt application systems, hardware configurations, and interface programs, providing problem-solving expertise to troubleshoot and resolve production issues. The Facilities Automation Engineer will verify the accuracy and validity of building management data to ensure systems integrity, maintain and calibrate automated electronic-mechanical equipment, and troubleshoot electronic controls and mechanical systems using engineering/shop drawings and service manuals. They will oversee building energy performance, perform statistical data analysis, complete energy audits, and ensure compliance with accepted industry methods and tools during commissioning efforts. Additionally, the engineer will create formal documentation, including memorandums, reports, and status reports, while analyzing, monitoring, and evaluating software operations. They will also train and support personnel on the use of the campus energy management system and perform project management for automation and energy projects, coordinating with vendors, building occupants, and building managers.