Building Automation Systems Programmer

COMPANY BACKGROUND

Pritchett Controls is Employee-Owned and specializes in the design, installation, commissioning, and servicing of Building Automation Systems (BAS) for commercial buildings. Our graphical user interface (GUI) based systems control indoor air quality and comfort for building occupants, manage energy usage, and integrate to all building systems for a single point of control and monitoring.

ABOUT THE POSITION

This office-based position has some field requirements. Using company software tools and procedures, individuals in this position are responsible for programming controllers, integrating to third-party systems, creating graphics, and executing functional performance testing for commissioning agents on Building Automation Systems (BAS) to meet contractual requirements and project goals. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

· Programs and commissions Local DDC I/O and network controllers and the BAS front end (GUI) computers per sequences of operation and contract documents.

· Integrates to 3rd party systems/equipment such as BACnet, LON, and Modbus on Chillers, Boilers, VFD’s, Generators, Rooftop Units (RTU’s), VRF’s, FAS, etc.

· Follows company established programming standards and precedents.

· Provides onsite and offsite technical support during installation, start-up, commissioning and turnover processes.

· Participates in onsite walk-throughs, formal commissioning and customer demonstration/ training on assigned projects.

· Organizes and maintains job folder and updates pertinent job related information.

· Completes all project closeout documentation, including program backups and as-built drawings.

· Completes assigned projects on time, within budget, and per contractual requirements.

· Writes progress reports for the Project Manager and participates in progress meetings as directed.

QUALIFICATIONS

· BS Building Automation Systems, BS Mechanical Engineering, BS Electrical Engineering, Associates Degree in Building Automation Systems (BAS), Electronics or equivalent job experience in the Controls industry.

· 5+ yrs. of experience programming BAS and integrating with third-party equipment

· Strong written and verbal communication skills.

· Advanced computer skills, including creating graphics for commercial BAS graphical user interfaces.

· Solid knowledge and practical experience with Computer Networks and advanced knowledge and practical experience of BAS Networks.