Senior/Principal Technologist - Building Automation Systems, Onsite

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• Generous vacation, strong medical and other benefits, competitive 401k, learning opportunities, relocation assistance and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance*

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We are looking for a dedicated Facilities Technologist to join our Facilities Mechanical Maintenance Team, focusing on our Facility Control System (FCS). This team currently oversees the control systems for approximately 80 buildings across California. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including projects, maintenance, and engineering, to ensure the seamless operation of site-wide facilities.

On any given day, you will be called on to:

• Troubleshoot FCS issues by verifying the functionality of field devices and sensors, ensuring optimal system performance.
• Assist in HVAC troubleshooting by analyzing trend logs and performance data to identify and resolve issues effectively.
• Identify operational risks within the FCS and develop effective mitigation strategies to enhance system reliability.
• Support Maintenance Operations by diagnosing and resolving field-related problems, providing technical guidance on system operation, maintenance, and necessary repairs.
• Regularly inspect and continuously monitor systems and equipment, troubleshooting any irregular or malfunctioning conditions as they arise.
• Perform quality control functions related to building automation systems, including programs, databases, graphics, alarms, and the startup and commissioning of related systems.
• Develop and implement programs based on Statements of Objectives (SOOs) from various project teams, ensuring alignment with project requirements.
• Manage project deadlines and respond to critical timing needs for facility operations to ensure timely and efficient system performance.
• Consult and collaborate with Facility Managers, System Engineers, Operations Engineers, Work Planners, and End Users on technical issues, ensuring that repairs and installations are planned efficiently and implemented effectively.
• Adhere to safety regulations and operational procedures to maintain a safe work environment.
• Support projects focused on HVAC control system installation and upgrades, enhancing existing control systems, and overseeing the activities of vendors and contractors working with building automation systems.

Due to the nature of the work, the selected candidate must be able to work onsite.

$74,400 - $143,300

*Salary range is estimated, and actual salary will be determined after consideration of the selected candidate's experience and qualifications, and application of any approved geographic salary differential.

• High school diploma plus five (5) or more years of relevant experience.
• Experience in Facility Control System programming, operations, installation, or maintenance.
• Experience with the operation of HVAC systems, including chillers, boilers, air handling units, VFDs (variable frequency drives), and/or other associated mechanical subsystems.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an active DOE Q-level security clearance.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Technology from an ABET-accredited institution.
• Certificate of proficiency in Siemens, Automated Logic WebCTRL, or other equivalent building automation systems.
• Experience programming Siemens software for building automation control, specifically with Siemens APOGEE.
• Experience programming Automated Logic WebCTRL software for building automation control.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of DDC control systems, with the ability to effectively program and troubleshoot.
• Demonstrated ability to commission and troubleshoot controls systems hardware and/or software, communications networks, controllers, and devices.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent collaboration skills and ability to effectively interact with people at all levels, internal and external to the organization.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute multiple high-rigor tasks in a high-pressure environment.

The Mechanical maintenance team is responsible for performing preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on mechanical systems at the CA site. This includes plumbing, fire sprinkler, building controls, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.

This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days, including the 'posting date'. Sandia reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.

Sandia is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, law enforcement records, and employment/education verifications. Applicants for employment need to be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. If you hold more than one citizenship (i.e., of the U.S. and another country), your ability to obtain a security clearance may be impacted.

Applicants offered employment with Sandia are subject to a federal background investigation to meet the requirements for access to classified information or matter if the duties of the position require a DOE security clearance. Substance abuse or illegal drug use, falsification of information, criminal activity, serious misconduct or other indicators of untrustworthiness can cause a clearance to be denied or terminated by DOE, resulting in the inability to perform the duties assigned and subsequent termination of employment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status and any other protected class under state or federal law.

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