A key member of the Albireo Energy team, the Controls Design Engineer will be responsible for:
- The design of building automation systems for large commercial office buildings, data centers, and educational facilities.
- Participate in sales turnover meetings to receive project mechanical drawings, specifications, and details from the sales team.
- Communicate with contractors to obtain any necessary documentation and coordinate to ensure compatibility/feasibility of all equipment.
- Coordinate with MEP Design Engineers to provide recommended specifications and sequences for particular customers or sites.
- Apply the appropriate equipment and end devices to provide the most cost-effective solution to meet the project specifications.
- Prepare a complete engineering package of all required network diagrams, point-to-point wiring diagrams, control panel layouts, flow diagrams, valve and damper schedules, bill of material, and equipment submittals for approval by the client engineering firm and delivery to the installation team.
- Provide technical support for the sales team, installation and commissioning team as well as technical support for the service division.
- Visit sites as required for field engineering of building automation retrofits and upgrades or new construction quality control inspections.
Requirements
- Engineering degree (BSME or BSEE (EE preferred)) from an accredited college or university or a 2-year HVAC technical degree with 2+ years of experience in building automation or a relevant field.
- Prior experience is preferred, but not required.
- Knowledge and understanding of industrial HVAC applications, ability to read and understand MEP drawings and specifications.
- Knowledge and understanding of electrical control systems to include: DDC controllers, instrumentation, sensors, transmitters, relays and actuators.
- Understanding of flow dynamics to apply the appropriate measuring devices, control valve selection, and sizing.
- Knowledge of industry-standard communication protocols; Bacnet/IP, BacNet MS/TP, Modbus TCP/IP, Modbus RTU and LON to provide system network diagrams and integration to 3rd party equipment and systems.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office required.
- Microsoft Visio experience is preferred, AutoCAD or other BIM software is suitable.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Basic Life Insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Time
- Paid Holidays
- 401K with Company match
Albireo Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Skills Required
- Engineering degree in mechanical or electrical engineering from an accredited college or university, or a two-year HVAC technical degree with relevant experience
- Two or more years of experience in building automation or a relevant field for candidates with a two-year HVAC technical degree
- Knowledge of industrial HVAC applications and ability to read MEP drawings and specifications
- Knowledge of electrical control systems, including DDC controllers, instrumentation, sensors, transmitters, relays, and actuators
- Understanding of flow dynamics, measuring devices, control valve selection, and sizing
- Knowledge of BACnet/IP, BACnet MS/TP, Modbus TCP/IP, Modbus RTU, and LON communication protocols
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Visio experience
- AutoCAD or other BIM software experience
- Good verbal and written communication skills
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Retirement Support — Retirement is reinforced by a 401(k) with company match. Feedback suggests this component strengthens the long-term package even when base pay perceptions vary.
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What We Do
Albireo Energy (AE) provides building automation solutions and energy services to commercial and institutional buildings nationally. Their solutions and services help building owners and managers improve efficiency and reduce operational costs while improving comfort for tenants. Through its operating divisions, AE has a history of providing exceptional solutions to mission critical facilities such as data centers, labs, military installations, and hospitals. Their service portfolio includes energy efficiency, demand response, energy procurement services and smart building solutions including building automation installation and optimization, systems integration, metering and lighting.
