Actalent
SW Applications Engineer
Actalent, Owings Mills, Maryland, United States, 21117
Job Title: SW Applications Engineer
Job Description
This position provides various aspects of development and customer support for Building Management Systems (BMS), including Continuum and EcoStruxure. Expertise in programming sequences of operation for large and complex systems is required. Knowledge of Modbus and BACnet is desired. This engineer will assist in developing innovations and providing product application support to customers and sales engineers and be responsible for providing customers with technical support for developing, implementing, and integrating specialized applications or software packages. The applicant must have strong communication and customer service skills to interpret customer desires and preferences, as well as the technical skills to troubleshoot hardware and software system failures. Interaction with customers to provide and process information in response to inquiries, concerns, and requests about products and services is a key part of the role. Limited travel will be required (approximately 10-25%).
Responsibilities
Develop code to monitor and control electrical and mechanical devices to deliver ventilation, steam, chilled water, hot water, and humidification.
Resolve programming problems by clarifying the project manager’s complaint, determining the cause of the problem, selecting and explaining the best solution to solve the problem, expediting correction or adjustment, and following up to ensure resolution.
Contribute to the team effort in innovation, troubleshooting, and developing various aspects of BMS systems.
Promote, build, and maintain good relations with customers, consultants, and project management; keep the supervisor informed of needs and actual or potential problems.
Provide technical guidance and support, including set-up, check-out, operation, and troubleshooting of complex building automation and control systems; verify the functional performance of systems.
Provide recommendations on equipment and systems operation and modification for energy conservation, efficiency, and reliability.
Perform emergency connections to neutralize alarm conditions and restore proper operation.
Essential Skills
Proficiency in C++ or another Object Oriented Programming language (C#, Java, Python)
Knowledge of Modbus and BACnet protocols.
Strong communication and customer service skills.
Ability to troubleshoot hardware and software system failures.
Additional/Bonus Skills & Qualifications
Experience with MQTT/RabbitMQ
Proficiency in function block programming (MATLAB/Simulink, Mathematica)
Experience with Windows and SQL.
Knowledge of Tridium (Generic Controls frontend).
2-5+ years of relevant experience.
Background in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, HVAC, or electrical fields is ideal, but no degree is required.
Work Environment
10-50% onsite depending on projects. Otherwise, remote work is permitted. Limited travel required (approximately 10-25%).
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $62.50 - $72.12/hr.
• Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Owings Mills,MD.
Application Deadline
This position will be accepting applications until Dec 9, 2024.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.
Job Description
This position provides various aspects of development and customer support for Building Management Systems (BMS), including Continuum and EcoStruxure. Expertise in programming sequences of operation for large and complex systems is required. Knowledge of Modbus and BACnet is desired. This engineer will assist in developing innovations and providing product application support to customers and sales engineers and be responsible for providing customers with technical support for developing, implementing, and integrating specialized applications or software packages. The applicant must have strong communication and customer service skills to interpret customer desires and preferences, as well as the technical skills to troubleshoot hardware and software system failures. Interaction with customers to provide and process information in response to inquiries, concerns, and requests about products and services is a key part of the role. Limited travel will be required (approximately 10-25%).
Responsibilities
Develop code to monitor and control electrical and mechanical devices to deliver ventilation, steam, chilled water, hot water, and humidification.
Resolve programming problems by clarifying the project manager’s complaint, determining the cause of the problem, selecting and explaining the best solution to solve the problem, expediting correction or adjustment, and following up to ensure resolution.
Contribute to the team effort in innovation, troubleshooting, and developing various aspects of BMS systems.
Promote, build, and maintain good relations with customers, consultants, and project management; keep the supervisor informed of needs and actual or potential problems.
Provide technical guidance and support, including set-up, check-out, operation, and troubleshooting of complex building automation and control systems; verify the functional performance of systems.
Provide recommendations on equipment and systems operation and modification for energy conservation, efficiency, and reliability.
Perform emergency connections to neutralize alarm conditions and restore proper operation.
Essential Skills
Proficiency in C++ or another Object Oriented Programming language (C#, Java, Python)
Knowledge of Modbus and BACnet protocols.
Strong communication and customer service skills.
Ability to troubleshoot hardware and software system failures.
Additional/Bonus Skills & Qualifications
Experience with MQTT/RabbitMQ
Proficiency in function block programming (MATLAB/Simulink, Mathematica)
Experience with Windows and SQL.
Knowledge of Tridium (Generic Controls frontend).
2-5+ years of relevant experience.
Background in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, HVAC, or electrical fields is ideal, but no degree is required.
Work Environment
10-50% onsite depending on projects. Otherwise, remote work is permitted. Limited travel required (approximately 10-25%).
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $62.50 - $72.12/hr.
• Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Owings Mills,MD.
Application Deadline
This position will be accepting applications until Dec 9, 2024.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.