Sr. Application Engineer - Remote Central Time Zone

CBRE is a leading company in real estate services, and they are seeking a Senior Application Engineer to create control databases and provide technical support. The role involves programming control applications, performing system commissioning, and mentoring team members.

Responsibilities:

• Create programming logic using flow diagrams, sequences of operation, understanding panel layouts, termination details and project specifications or sales proposal
• Programming of control applications using various software tools to support operator workstations, DDC field panels and third-party integration devices connected through multiple communications protocols
• On-site and remote installation of software and control programs
• Perform job site system checkout, commissioning and testing of control applications to verify proper operation according to project specifications, sales proposal and design documentation
• Develop system user interfaces, according to project specifications or sales proposal
• Provide on-site and remote technical support to installers and customers
• Act as the technical liaison between owner/construction managers
• Deliver on-site and remote end user training for the use of the installed system
• Performs advanced system analysis and diagnostics. Determines corrective action to restore systems to proper operating conditions
• Coordinates system installation with installing contractors at job site as required
• Perform final walkthrough with owner and construction manager to ensure all punch list items are complete and job received signoff of substantial completion
• Responsible for completing projects assigned by a Lead Application Engineer
• Submit weekly timesheet with a breakdown of hours spent on each project assignment to Business Portal no later than 9 am Monday and preferably by end of business on Friday of the work week
• Develop and mentor the Application Engineers
• No formal supervisory responsibilities in this position
• Provides informal assistance such as technical guidance, and/or training to coworkers. Coordinates and assigns tasks to coworkers within a project
• Leads by example and models behaviors that are consistent with the company's values

Requirements:

• Required bachelor's degree in HVAC, Electrical, Mechanical or Software Engineering, or minimal three years' experience in Building Automation Controls, Building Automation Sales, and/or Account Management, Project Management
• Required Minimum three years' experience in Building Automation Controls, Building Automation Sales, and/or Account/Project Management
• Proficient understanding controls and HVAC systems and their terminology
• Must possess a thorough knowledge of the use, set up and operation of Windows-based computers and desktop applications such as MS-Word and MS-Excel
• Proficient in programming tools and communication networks to include proficiency in Tridium Niagara Required
• Must be proficient in reading BAS and MEP drawings to determine if the drawing and programming required will work together
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must possess accuracy and attention to detail
• Must be willing to mentor and develop others
• Required must possess an EXPERT knowledge level in a minimum of three of the following Core: Niagara 4 Software, DGLux5 Software, Distech Controls Software, API Protocols, BACnet Protocol, Modbus Protocol, Lon Protocol, IT Networking, Commissioning, Troubleshooting
• Knowledge of Google drive and its associated applications is a plus