Building Hvac Automation Systems Engineer (Controls)

General Profile: Fully demonstrates in-depth knowledge and experience. Assigned as a resource for colleagues with less experience including as a coach/mentor. Works independently, receives guidance in only moderately complex situations.

Manage the maintenance, operation, and improvement of the BAS System for an Industrial facilities equipment on utility systems: air handlers, chilled water & heating systems, gas systems, and air compressors/dryers.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop tasks in coordination with other engineers as part of overall systems start-up and commissioning of mechanical, process, and electrical systems associated with semiconductor equipment manufacturing
• Creates difficult mechanical models and tolerance analyses to simulate mechatronic design concepts.
• Design control sequences with a focus on precision control, energy control, and energy conservation.
• Monitor and escort sub-contractors in performance of work.
• Consulting manuals, reading, and interpreting circuit diagrams, blueprints, and schematics.
• Provides consultation or training on topics such as mechatronics or automated control.
• Work with cross functional teams to perform root cause analysis, recommend solutions, and negotiate and execute contingency plans.
• Review procedures for and validate calibrating and repairing instruments and associated equipment.
• Supporting controls group in troubleshooting, upgrading and new installation of systems.
• Coordinate with Applied GIS to review network structure and redundancies for BAS and related systems.
• Coach & train Facility Engineers & Facility Maintenance Technicians on BAS.
• Develop & maintain system documents, including specifications & maintenance plans.
• Conducts complex studies to determine the feasibility, costs, or performance benefits of new mechatronic equipment.
• Develop user interfaces for advanced SCADA systems including engineering reports documenting design details and qualification test results.
• Designs advanced digital control systems and sequence of operation for HVAC mechanical systems, process systems such as compressed air, process cooling, cleanroom contamination control, electrical power distribution with limited supervision.
• Building Automation System (BAS) experience and familiarity with controls systems.

Functional Knowledge

• Strong knowledge in troubleshooting of motor controls, drives, and electronic components, as well as PLC & VFD programming.
• Working knowledge of low voltage electrical systems from 24VDC to 480VAC.
• Preferred experience with JCI Metasys systems.
• Working knowledge of VM Servers and networking.
• Understands the principles of measuring levels, pressures, temperatures, flow, and analytical processes using instrumentation.
• Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Working knowledge in using hand tools, multi-meters, and testing equipment.
• Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines.

Business Expertise

• 4-7 years of experience as Instrumentation & Controls technician in industrial/commercial environments.

• Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrated with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market.

Leadership

• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements
• Self-directed with the ability to be resourceful, plan and organize work.

Problem Solving

• Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.

Impact

• Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies.

Interpersonal Skills

• Provide good communication skills written and verbally.
• Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus.

Education: Bachelor's Degree

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Software, Mechanical Engineer or Instrumentation preferred.

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Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's Degree

Skills

Certifications:

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Years of Experience:

7 - 10 Years

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Additional Information

Travel:

Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

Yes

U.S. Salary Range:

$120,000.00 - $165,000.00

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on a number of factors including location and level and will vary depending on confirmed job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.