Specialist Controls Applications Engineer 3

This position forms part of the Building Automation team is responsible for all application engineering functions required to meet standard Building Automation System (BAS) project work scopes on retrofit and new installation HVAC, Lighting, and specialty system projects, as well as project management of BAS and controls projects. Controls Applications Specialist 3 core functions include project level execution of technical tasks, self-management of priorities as well as the priorities of other team participants, documentation of activities, coordination with other project participants, management of sub-contractors, safety awareness and maintenance, adherence to company and project requirements and expectations, management of financial elements of projects, and development of BAS/Controls internal best practices.May include:Pre-construction field survey of prospective projectsPre-construction review and critique of project documentsProject scope development and analysisConfiguration and initial deployment of various brands and models of DDC microprocessor controllersConfiguration and integration with various brands of mechanical equipment factory controllers via BACnet, Modbus, LON, and various proprietary languagesPoint-to-point I/O checkoutCommunications network deployment and troubleshooting for multiple protocols and wiring conventionsBlock and text-based controller sequence programmingDocumentation and testing of all assigned tasksParticipation in various internal and external project-related meetings as both a technical and management resourceManagement of subcontractors and technical resources for projectsMaintenance of project profitabilityInitiation, management, and tracking of scope changes and related costs and scheduling impactManages projects and processes while working independently and with limited supervision within a construction team environmentCoaches and reviews the work of lower-level professionalsPerform other tasks as assignedNature & Scope:Is recognized as a subject matter expert in job areaManages large projects or processes with limited oversight from managerCoaches, reviews, and delegates work to lower-level professionalsProblems faced are difficult and often complexKnowledge & Skills:Knowledge of HVAC products, building automation and controls products, communications protocols, terminology, and installation practicesKnowledge of standard industry scheduling software toolsAppropriate written/verbal communication skills as needed to collaborate with others in pursuit of a successful outcomeAbility to manage and respond to technical questionsAbility to pivot quickly and allocate resources where most effective for the overall objectives of the companyMust have computer proficiency - Microsoft Office, specifically especially Excel, Word, and PowerPointProficiency in standard integration protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, Lon.Ability to develop and utilize company-wide documents, tools, practices, and processesAbility to interact effectively and provide information to customers, consultants, and internal personnel, including senior management, Daikin Corporate PersonnelPositive, flexible Attitude: With a can-do approach to solving problemsProblem Solving: Ability to anticipate and solve practical problems, to resolve issuesCommunication, negotiation, persuasion: Regularly exchange supportive information, ideas, opinions, and thoughts with staff at all levels so issues can be handled with mutual understanding and effectiveness. Speak, write, and present clearly, fluently and in a compelling manner to individuals and groupsPartnership development skills for maintaining mutually-beneficial relationships with sub-contractors, suppliers, and internal groupsCustomer Focus: Regard problems and complaints as an opportunity to provide positive customer experiences. Encourage feedback from customers and ensure customer SLAs are metPlanning and Organizing: Develop comprehensive project and work planning, controlling, and monitoring systems to meet set objectives and prioritiesAppropriately allocate time and prioritize issues to ensure objectives are met, establishing, and maintaining systems that ensure the completion of tasks, update, and training, and give feedback on results and progress to the teamEvaluation and Problem Solving: Gather comprehensive information from a range of sources when presented with problems. Structure and analyze problems within a wider context and check impact of different solutions. Produce innovative solutions based on knowledge and experienceLearning and Adapting: Initiate improvement initiatives and encourage others to try new ways of working. Seek out and adopt world class, leading technologies to maintain Daikin Industry Leadership. Develop, adopt, and introduce new ideas, methods, products and services using in-depth industry and technical 'know how'. Maintain an extensive external 'knowledge' and 'self-learning' networkExperience:10 plus years of HVAC industry experience; 5 plus years of BAS/Controls experienceEducation/Certification:Bachelor's degree in Engineering or management, technical degree from accredited industry trade school (Ranken Technical College as a standard), or equivalent manufacturer and representative training coupled with significant relevant experiencePeople Management: NoPhysical Requirements / Work Environment: Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations. Must be willing to travelReports To: Manager, ControlsQualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of a person's race, color, religion (including religious dress or grooming practices), creed, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, uniform service member or veteran status, ancestry, disability, physical or mental disability (including HIV/AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, request for protected leave, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age (over 40), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company will comply with all federal and state regulations and statutes pertaining to individuals with disabilities.Equal Opportunity Employer