Senior Building Automation Specialist

Who is Chinook?
Chinook Systems, Inc. is a leader in delivering lifecycle energy security solutions to mission critical government and commercial facility Owners. We specialize in the engineering, construction, commissioning, and operations of intelligent, cyber secure, code compliant, and energy efficient building systems. Our solutions save millions of dollars in utility costs, reduce harmful emissions to the environment, and mitigate cyber‐attacks on facilities. Chinook provides motivated employees with the opportunity to advance in a fast‐growing, innovative, entrepreneurial, and collaborative work environment.

The Work
As a
Senior Building Automation Specialist
, you will be responsible for executing and managing Chinook's Implementation projects, ranging in size and complexity, with a focus on building automation systems and mechanical systems. In this role you will functionally report to a Program Manager or Business Team leader for project delivery functions and will assist in business development tasks such as generating fee proposals. This is a client facing role that requires significant client interaction and the coordination and management of both internal and external resources to deliver project expectations, deadlines, and financial expectations. You will direct field personnel, subcontractors, and other technical support staff as needed. Varying project functional areas of expertise may include BAS Design, Design-Build, Renovation, Retro-fit, and modification of building BAS, HVAC, SCADA, Electrical, and Energy Management Systems. Duties also include scheduling, document preparation, inspections and testing, report generation, problem resolution, quality assurance, and assisting in the development of sales opportunities.

This position is REMOTE with Local Travel in the Virginia Beach and NC Areas.
Key Responsibilities

• Deliver quality work via Commissioning / Emulation, Testing, and Simulation, as well as direct oversight and inspection of systems design, installation, and programming.
• Be the go-to person on-site for the operation and maintenance of the BAS system for the client.
• Maintain and improve client relationships with all engineering disciplines and identify and develop new business opportunities.
• Ensure Building Automation systems are optimized and ready to meet the mission of controlling and monitoring all the points without alarms and overrides.
• Audit programming on graphical displays and other computer based interfaces for control systems.
• Disseminate information both in writing and verbally, explaining complex technical information clearly to engineers, contractors, and facility/owner staff across all communication platforms.
• Independently initiate and drive tasks forward, demonstrating strong self-motivation and ownership of responsibilities.
• Solve problems creatively and share the foresight you've developed across your career to anticipate hurdles before they become larger issues.
• Leverage the depth of your industry knowledge to create new innovations and technologies that will differentiate Chinook from our competition.
• Demonstrate your strong leadership skills across all areas of responsibility, sowing an environment that supports high level achievement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma and at least 10 years of experience with BACnet, LON, MODBUS or other related HVAC or industrial automation, programming, or installation experience may be substituted based on your skillset.
• Requires at least 8 years of experience with field installation, maintenance or programming BAS such as Metasys, DisTech, Niagara, or similar building automation system.
• Must have knowledge of Automation Networks such as BACnet, LON, MODBUS, and others and specifically Industrial/Automation IP networking. This role requires that you know how to get a laptop plugged into and connected to appropriate controllers.
• Requires proficiency in configuring, maintaining and calibrating Building Automation technology components, and connectivity.
• Must be proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, MS Project, PowerPoint).
• Requires a Valid State Issued Driver's License and the ability to travel to various work sites.

Citizenship/Clearance Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen and be able to obtain and maintain up to a Top Secret clearance due to our customer requirements and the nature of the work that we do.

Preferred Qualifications

• An Active Secret or higher Security Clearance.
• OSHA 30 hour certificate.
• Experience with HMI's.
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, or another related discipline or a 2-year associates degree in BAS, HVAC Controls, or HVAC engineering technologies.
• Tridium Niagara 4 or other relevant BAS certification.
• Active or ability to obtain a Low voltage electrical license.

Physical Considerations

• Must be able to walk construction sites with uneven surfaces, carry up to 25 lbs., climb stairs and ladders, and work both indoors and outdoors in severe weather conditions, in confined spaces, and in dust generating environments.
• Must be able to maintain spatial awareness and comply with safety standards while working near mechanical and electrical building equipment and systems.
• Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) where required.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Chinook Systems Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against anyone because of their differences, such as age, disability, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity and expression, or sexual orientation.

Chinook is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.