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Fairfax County Government · 12 hours ago

Building Automation Systems (BAS) Project Specialist (Engineer II)

Fairfax, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$69K/yr - $115K/yr

1+ years exp

Fairfax County Government is seeking a BAS Project Specialist to serve as a technical expert in planning, executing, operating, maintaining, and repairing Building Automation Systems across numerous commercial buildings. The role involves managing BAS/EMCS operations and ensuring compliance with applicable codes while optimizing energy management and reducing utility costs.

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Responsibilities

Directly responsible for performing BAS and EMCS operations, sequencing, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs in compliance with Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code and all other applicable codes and ordinances, as well as county and department requirements and procedures

Develops unique solutions to meet specific operational requirements while managing associated risks

Takes complete responsibility and ownership of complex critical building BAS/EMCS, HVAC and electrical systems across the portfolio of Facilities Management Department buildings

Serve as department expert for BAS/EMCS systems to include equipment, protocols, building codes, information technology interfacing and integration, and process control system troubleshooting and documentation of control activities

Uses strong IT programming as well as mechanical and electrical problem-solving skills to ensure successful operation and maintenance of BAS/EMCS

Review trend data and on-site performance using building load simulation software programs to ensure compliance with design

Re-commission building controls optimization systems that provide both long- and short-term goals to reduce utility usage and costs and minimize our impact on the environment

Qualification

Building Automation SystemsEnergy Management Control SystemsHVAC systemsTrane Tracer SC certificationBACnet certificationSiemens certificationDelta certificationBudget managementContract managementBilingualProblem-solving skills

Required

Graduation from a four-year college or university accredited by the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technologies with a bachelor's degree in the appropriate engineering or architectural field

One year of professional experience in the appropriate engineering field

Valid driver's license

Completion of a criminal background check and driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer

Preferred

Two years of direct experience as the (BAS/EMCS Engineer) managing, operating, troubleshooting, sequencing, repairing, and optimizing commercial building Building Automation Systems (BAS)/Energy Management Control Systems (EMCS)/Building Energy Management Systems (BEMS)

Certifications in Trane Tracer SC, Trane Tracer, BACnet, Siemens, or Delta

Strong budget and contract management skills

Two years of experience as the lead staff member accountable for operating and maintaining Building Automation Systems (BAS)/Energy Management Control Systems (EMCS)

Possess a Master HVAC license