Controls Engineer

Position Summary:

We are seeking a controls engineer, who will work closely with our engineering and installation teams, on implementation of all building automation system projects. In this role you will be an integral part of our building automation division and you’ll work in the field with our electricians and mechanical teams to ensure projects are installed and commissioned successfully. You will be responsible for supporting the effective design of controls projects including development of control drawings and sequences of operation, programming, and equipment specifications.
To be effective, you’ll ensure all work performed is in compliance with state, local and federal legal requirements and operates on the job with the highest of ethics. You’ll develop practices and processes to ensure cost effective engineering while providing consistent delivery and customer satisfaction. And, you will be responsible for implementing site safety and security procedures and will play an active role in developing the safety program. We are looking for someone who will serves as an expert in application engineering that works effectively across all departments including sales, operations and engineering.

Compensation & Benefits
We offer competitive pay and benefits, including Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance,Paid time off, and 401(k) retirement plan!

Description of qualifications/skills/education requirements:

• The successful candidate will possess the following:
• The ability to diagnose, design, configure, and repair building control systems.
• Conduct site assessments and provide customers with recommendations for retrofits, upgrades and/or enhancements to existing equipment.
• Assist the sales team by providing technical recommendations for sales leads.
• Manage assigned work to meet and exceed customer expectations.
• Provide sketches of field changes and discrepancies for engineering corrections and drawings (may assist with job layouts and bid proposals).
• Validation of complete system functionality and troubleshoot problems with subcontractors and other trades to ensure proper operation.
• Assist with cost estimating, project scheduling and project management activities as needed
• Work in the field, as needed, with our control’s technicians, mechanical team and electricians to ensure projects are executed safely and to specification.
• Manage the standardization and process of our controls group, including the creation of standard templates and analysis tools
• Manage the selection, ordering and delivery schedule of materials to be procured
• Establish long-term customer, contractor, and vendor relationships
• Coordinate and deliver customer training; provide proper documentation and close-out packagesas required

Software Knowledge

• JCI FX 80, Honeywell or other Tridium Niagara based control systems
• JCI CCT (Controller Configuration Tool)
• Knowledge of IP-based networks and building automation communication protocols and systems strongly preferred (such protocols and systems include Niagara Tridium, BACnet, N2, LonWorks, Modbus)

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the construction/HVAC industry, control theory, automatic temperature controls, building automation systems, and other building sub-systems.
• Basic understanding of mechanical HVAC/plumbing building systems Excellent initiative, and interpersonal communications skills; able to work with coworkers and clients, ability to handle a variety of situations encountered during implementation process, discipline to work with limited supervision
• Ability to read project specifications and drawings.
• Eager and committed to working in a fast-paced energy services company
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision

Education and Experience

• Journeyman or Masters Electrical License a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, related discipline or equivalent in the field experience
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience
• Able to use conventional business tools including Excel, MS Word, PowerPoint, etc.
• Ability to work a full-time schedule
• Valid driver's license, available for local travel

About Guardian Energy: Located in Marlborough, MA, Guardian Energy Management Solutions is a leading energy services company (ESCO) that offers energy efficiency services, Electrical/HVAC/BAS project scoping and turnkey project implementation services. We focus on design/build projects that help reduce energy usage (gas, oil, electric, etc.) in New England for non-residential building owners and operators.

We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.