Controls Programmer III

 

 

 

Position Summary

This position is responsible for configuring and programming more complex software for DDC building automation and control systems. In addition, this role performs basic system testing and commissioning and mentors and leads less-experienced team members. 

Position Details

• Collaborates with the engineering team on the system configuration, network and software requirements, graphics, programming, and sequences of operations. 
• Configures the CPU, graphics, database, network, and integrations. 
• Develops complex programming and sequences of operations for Direct Digital Control (DDC) systems. Troubleshoots and performs quality checks for all graphics. 
• Maintains accurate and thorough project documentation and redlines. 
• Records and communicates deviations to the project team. 
• Executes more complex system functional testing and commissioning. 
• Mentors and reviews the work of less-experienced team members. Acts as lead and directs the work-flow of less-experienced team members. 

Qualifications 

• Minimum high school diploma or GED 
• B.S. in mechanical engineering, engineering technology or related field preferred 
• Minimum 6 years’ experience in Direct Digital Control (DDC) or building automation systems 
• Excellent verbal and interpersonal skills
• Excellent writing and computer skills with proficient knowledge of MSOffice applications
• Ability to creatively resolve complex engineering and installation conflicts
• Excellent time-management and organizational skills
• Excellent understanding of automation and mechanical systems
• Ability to write programming for complex automation systems
• Excellent understanding of networked systems
• Excellent knowledge of third-party integration 
• Excellent knowledge of factory programming and graphics software
• Excellent customer service skills

Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
• Wellness benefits 

 

About Southland Industries

As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you’re engaged, challenged, and valued, apply now to join our dynamic team.

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Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

 

Pay: Final pay is determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. For Virginia this ranges from $74,701.00 - $97,111.00 plus annual incentive, benefits, and retirement program as outlined above.

 

Contingent Employment: All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

 

External Agency Announcement: Its Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be established after a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).

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