Smart Building Engineer (BMS)-IV

As a global leader in consulting, engineering, and commissioning services, we specialize in highly technical smart, and mission-critical buildings that include sustainably designed high performance mechanical and electrical systems. We are currently seeking a performance-driven, highly motivated BMS/Smart Building Engineer /Consultant- IV for our Chicago or Richmond Office.

Our dynamic work environment provides the optimal setting to take your engineering career to the next level. From our supportive culture, diverse workforce, and competitive compensation to our flexible work schedule Monday to Thursday in the office for 9 hours and Friday for 4 hours remotely at home and fun social events, it is everything you will need for an exciting, challenging, and rewarding career.

The ideal candidate will have the diverse experience required to bring intelligent and sustainable facilities to life including but not limited to understanding "future-enabling" trends toward converged networks and IoT technology to promote occupant wellness. This role will collaborate with the national ICT/BMS team to grow local Syska services by seeking new business opportunities and leveraging the firm's holistic smart technology-centric competitive edge.

Job Responsibilities:

As the BMS Engineer/Consultant-IV, you coordinate the execution of all instrumentation and controls support activities and maintain internal and external client satisfaction for our New York Office. You will be responsible for managing assigned project team members as they prepare controls design drawings and integrated systems specifications for Aviation, Critical Facilities, Financial, Healthcare, Pharmaceutical, Light Industry, and various other markets in which the firm is active within.

The position might require travel to sites throughout the US and provide the opportunity to interface directly with internal clients at other Syska offices and client personnel at state-of-the-art facilities.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Preparing BMS drawings, sequencing of operations, and specifications and performing system design calculations.
• Assisting in selecting equipment for use in building systems and writing reports.
• Assist clients in vendor leveling/selection/procurement of "best of breed" solutions.
• Attending project meetings while interfacing with clients and contractors.
• Interfacing with internal PICs, PMs, site leaders, and practice area leaders.
• Working closely with the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing project design team.
• Working closely with the Senior Engineer to manage quality control and resource management.
• Developing and maintaining up to date BMS processes and standards.
• Participating in various trade organizations and preparing presentations.
• As appropriate, managing other staff that are assigned for particular project or ask as directed by senior engineer.
• Writes proposals under the direction of a senior engineer for projects.
• Representing Syska Hennessy Group and working in close contact with and effectively interacting with the internal design team as well as external clients and consultants.

Job Requirements:

We are looking for a BMS Engineer/Consultant who can oversee all efforts for the clients, demonstrating an understanding of owner/client big-picture business strategies and revenue goals, as well as the ability to foresee challenges. To succeed in this role, your technical expertise must be complemented by self-motivation, relationship building skills, effective communication skills, and the ability to effectively work in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in BMS/EPMS/DCIM/SCADA systems design, implementation, and operations.

Additional requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering preferred (exceptional candidates may substitute significant years of experience, including on-site facilities management of large integrated BMS/EPMS/DCIM/SCADA systems)
• 4 - 7 years experience working in the Controls and Instrumentation Industry as an Engineer, Consultant, Contractor, or Client Facility Manager
• Thorough knowledge of HVAC/electrical instrumentation design and building control sequence of operations
• Knowledge of building IT/OT infrastructure and a basic understanding of other low voltage technologies including security systems, lighting control systems, and fire alarm systems
• Understanding of smart building technology convergence and low-voltage sub-system