Building Controls Application Engineer

Mantis Innovation
Ashburn, VA, United States
2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
2 years minimum
Compensation
$120,000.0 - $130,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Computer Programming Databases Computer Graphics Ethernet Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) Networking Hardware Wonderware Subnetting Microsoft Office Modbus Message Queuing Telemetry Transport (MQTT) Networking Basics
+5 more
Simple Network Management Protocols Software Engineering Systems Integration Bacnet Network Server

Job description

As a Controls Application Engineer, you will be responsible for developing BMS/SCADA applications at both a supervisory and controller level. You will help refine engineering standards and provide remote support to project and field teams. You will also be involved in providing support across multiple engineering functions within the Controls Engineering group. You should be familiar with both DDC and PLC programming, BACnet & Modbus integrations, and have experience with building graphical front-end client interfaces., * This position will report to the Controls Engineering Manager.

  • Develop BMS applications across multiple platforms: e.g., Niagara, Ignition, Wonderware, Distech, PLC’s.
  • Support the development and enforcement of engineering standards for programming, graphics, alarming, tagging, history management, and database creation.
  • Provide remote technical support to Project Managers and Field Engineers during project execution.

Requirements

  • 10+ years of experience in the engineering field, preferably in Building Automation or Controls Engineering.
  • 5+ years of BMS application development experience, with mission critical experience preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of DDC control theory & HVAC applications and the ability to apply these principles to real-world scenarios.
  • Basic networking knowledge; addressing & subnetting, IP + serial device configurations.
  • Comfortable working with industry standard protocol integrations such as: BACnet, Modbus, Ethernet/IP, SNMP, MQTT.
  • Basic networking knowledge, including manipulating PC settings to set up and commission devices on a network.
  • Experience with servers, network equipment, and IoT practices, specifically for BMS applications.
  • 2+ years of experience with Niagara platform (Niagara N4 certification is preferred).
  • Familiarity with Distech field controllers and GFX programming, Ignition SCADA, Wonderware, and PLC systems.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite., * Must be able to work independently and in a team, handling multiple tasks across different projects.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills, with the ability to identify problems and develop effective solutions.
  • Knowledge of the construction contracting industry, especially in MEP fields, with experience in mission-critical environments a plus.
  • Understanding of Mechanical and Electrical equipment in typical Mission Critical environments.

This role will provide the opportunity to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, where you will gain valuable experience with cutting-edge technologies and play a pivotal role in the successful completion of projects

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