Automation Engineer

Building Automation And Control Systems Technician

Provide technical start-up, checkout and programming for Building Automation and Control Systems. Maintain and grow the “Client for Life” concept for existing and new customers. Performs related work as required.

Candidates applying through the Little Rock, Fort Smith, or Fayetteville, Arkansas postings should be aware that the position's physical work location is in Clarksville, Arkansas.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

The following duties are typical for this job. These are not to be constructed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Work collaboratively with design engineers, operation engineers, and purchasers and other internal staff
• Start-up of Microprocessor based control components including PLC and DDC controllers, sensors, actuators, transducers, and associated components
• Understand construction schedules and manage QA/QC checklists and commissioning logs
• Ability to interpret Sequence of Operations (SOO) and apply to program logic
• Ability to read and write code ladder logic, structured text, and function block programming
• Mentor, training, and oversee Automation Technician I and IIs
• Ability to lead medium to large size projects
• Point-to-point checkout of wiring and components for proper grounding, polarity, communication and power
• Set up and calibration of input and output devices such as temperature sensors, pressure transducers, etc.
• Uploading, downloading, and modification of control software and programs
• Perform networking functions such as setting up IP addresses, subnet masks, MAC addresses and instance numbers
• Create and troubleshoot automation networks and communication protocols.
• Identify and troubleshoot complex Automation HVAC and Electrical systems including but not limited to psychometrics, refrigeration, building pressure controls, life safety systems, EPMS, process controls, steam heating, humidification and de-humidification, and central heating and cooling systems.
• Map control points into supervisory controller and add alarms and history extensions to supervisory controller points
• Map control points into graphical front end and link points to graphics
• Create Automation System graphics and dashboards

Minimum Education & Experience Required to Perform Essential Functions

Four (4) to Seven (7) years of Automation related field experience

Associate degree in Electronic, Technology, or Automation related field or equivalent on the job experience

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Valid driver’s license

Mental and Physical Competencies Required to Perform Essential Functions

Ability to perform all necessary duties unsupervised

Knowledge of common Windows Office applications

Knowledge of Microsoft SQL or other database applications preferred but not required

Knowledge of Ethernet and serial network communication protocols and hardware configurations

Understanding of basic process controls (i.e. PID control loops, motor control, commissioning of digital and analog measurement devices)

Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written

Ability to take direction and full fill commitments

Value and support company mission and culture

Display honesty, integrity, sound reasoning, good judgment/values, and lead by example, all while maintaining strong internal and external relationships at all levels

Understanding of construction site safety and display a high awareness of your surroundings

Effectively prioritize and balance the “big picture” and immediate responsibilities

Ability to listen effectively, value the opinions of others and acknowledge contributions of others

Ability to communicate and work well with others specifically but not limited to our electrical team members and project management staff at all levels

Effectively train, mentor, and delegate work tasks to lower-level Automation Technicians

Ability to effectively work with your project team members to resolve issues promptly

Environmental Adaptability

At any given time, may be exposed to:

Typical construction site and/or industrial site risks and environment

Equipment/Tools

Laptop PC

Electronic Multimeter

Magnehelic

RS-485 and RS-232 Serial Adapters

Hand tools/Light power tools

Product Manufacturer Software

AutoCAD Electric

PLC Software (Allen-Bradley RSLogix 500, StudioLogix5000, or Modicon)

HMI Software (Wonderware or FactoryTalk View)

DDC Software (Schneider Electric Eco Struxure, Alerton Compass, or Tridium Niagara)

Ladders and Lifts

Oscilloscope

Wireshark

Computer systems: Windows, Linux, Command Line

Baker Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Baker Group will consider reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the Employer.