At Alliant Systems, we’re immensely proud to say that turnover is low and team member satisfaction is high. In fact, many of our employees have worked together for more than 25 years. This storied history of collaboration is one that gives us a strategic advantage over the competition, and we’re looking to recruit people who fit our culture. Customers consistently give our teams high marks for their first-class work and friendly manner. Our current employees describe our company culture as family oriented, with working relationships that are rooted firmly in trust, flexibility, and transparency. If you’re ready to start a meaningful career in the construction industry, Alliant Systems can offer you that opportunity.

The Senior BAS Controls Engineer will work closely with the controls manager and the mechanical design/build division of the company. This position includes attending internal and external project meetings, collaborating with mechanical engineers to develop sequences of operations, and helping the company deliver superior systems and projects.

This position will also attend turnover meetings, create submittal packages, material ordering and application engineering development. Documenting and maintaining company and client standards, and assisting in preparing and conducting owner training. In addition to the “hardware engineering” this person will also be responsible for the programming or “software engineering” required for a project. The output from the design engineering department will be a complete set of installation/submittal/shop drawings, orders for all equipment and material required, software programming and graphics generation. The engineer may then work with the project manager or project engineer to coordinate the installation and commissioning of a project with subcontractor’s and DDC controls technicians. Some travel and job site visits may be required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Interpret project specifications and mechanical/electrical schematics.
• Develop a set of controls drawings that captures scope of work while strictly adhering to project specifications.
• Compile a complete set of DDC submittal documents for client review.
• Create and maintain a comprehensive project schedule.
• Produce and deliver change order pricing (COP) as requested by client.
• Create, submit and track RFI’s, COP’s, and changes to original project scope.
• Submit and track materials orders through appropriate channels in a timely manner.
• Create and/or modify programming of systems through company software programming language.
• Coordinate work with installation tech and other trades as required.
• Set up network and system software.
• Point-to-point commissioning assistance (in conjunction with installation tech).
• Pre-functional commissioning of systems.
• Assist commissioning agent with functional testing and documentation of system performance.
• Review and modify graphical user interface to meet customer needs.
• Coordinate and communicate regularly with project manager.
• Ensure final project is fully and accurately documented.
• Close-out documentation, warranty letter issuance.
• Client training and orientation.
• Translate growth opportunities to sales department.
• Continually enforces safety to the highest standards.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• In depth knowledge of building systems including DDC control systems (BACnet preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in building controls sales, installation or operations.
• Commercial building operations or building energy management.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, construction management, mechanical engineering or sustainable building science is preferred, but not required.
• A thorough understanding of DDC control systems, building mechanical & electrical systems, HVAC equipment and building operations.
• Ability to interface with Alliant Systems sales team, operations team and clients at the C level, D level, building engineers and property managers.
• Strong customer service and customer relationship skills
• Troubleshooting, start up or commissioning/retro-commissioning of mechanical systems.
• A thorough understanding of DDC control systems, building mechanical & electrical systems, HVAC equipment and building operations.
• Maintain a valid driver' license and satisfactory driving record.
• Certified Energy Manager (CEM) certification preferred.
• Level II Building Operator Certification BOC preferred.
• Certified Facility Manager (CFM) preferred.
• Existing Building Commissioning Professional or Commissioning Authority certification preferred.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Alliant Systems presently provides coverage for:

• Medical and dental paid for employee (coverage available for dependents at additional premium)
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Holiday, vacation, and sick leave compensation
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Employee and dependent life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program for employee and dependents
• Flexible spending program

Salary DOE

Alliant Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a non-smoking facility. Alliant Systems participates in E-Verify

All non-union new hires must pass a drug test

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 5 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Portland, OR 97209: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• controls' sales, installation or operations: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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