System Engineer

Kforce Inc.

Herndon, VA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$40–$44
SKILLS
Amazon Web Services (AWS), Automation, Calibration, Change Management, Commissioning, Computer Skills, Documentation, Electrical Wiring, Electricity, Establish Priorities, ISA Standards, Identify Issues, Input/Output, Instrumentation, Legal, Low Voltage (LV), Medium Voltage (MV), Mentoring, Military, Network Configuration Management, Network Design, Network Operations Center, On Call, Operating Systems, Operational Control, Quality Assurance, Regulatory Compliance, Root Cause Analysis, Short Messaging Service (SMS), System Test, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Engineering, Testing, Vendor/Supplier Planning, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Herndon, VA
POSTED
1 day ago
Kforce has an enterprise client seeking a Systems Engineer I in Herndon, TX. Responsibilities:
  • Primarily work in and support multiple Data Centers by Deploying, Servicing, and Upgrading BMS and EPMS systems
  • Perform first-line diagnostics, troubleshooting and maintenance of programming code and hardware associated with the BMS and EPMS in data centers
  • Perform point to point checkouts between field devices and controllers
  • Perform provisioning process for servers, controllers, industrial PCs and network configurations and communication testing between third party devices and controllers or servers
  • Installation, replacement, configuration, and calibration of sensors
  • Supervise low voltage electrical contractors performing wiring and installation of field devices in compliance with AWS requirements
  • Mentor and train Facilities team members on operation and control of the BMS and EPMS systems
  • Commissioning and systems level testing support
  • Create red-lined drawings and documentation of systems
  • Follow change management process to generate work requests and method of procedures
  • Participate in Factory witnessed tests at vendors or in panel builders facility
  • Perform other tasks as assigned by manager
  • Perform root cause analysis during testing and commissioning
  • Ensure all personnel on site utilize proper safety methodology
  • Work on-call and a rotating schedule when required and respond to after-hours emergencies
  • Perform service activities such as monitoring/reviewing ticketing systems, performing root cause analysis, and prioritizing tasks
  • Actively manage service agreements to include vendor labor scheduling, quality assurance, and financial invoice review
  • Ability to travel approximately 40% domestically to support BMS, EPMS related work at AWS data centers and/or vendor premises

Requirements:

  • Technical (Military/ Trade School) School diploma or Associate degree with 1 year of experience related to industrial instrumentation/controls or equivalent experience
  • 2 years of Controls background
  • 1+ years of experience working with computer components and operating systems
  • 1+ years of experience with mission critical low and medium voltage electrical and/or mechanical systems
  • Basic understanding of Industrial controls system, controllers, and programming including troubleshooting of industrial controls analog, discrete and networked input/output field signals
Preferred:
  • International Society of Automation (ISA) Certified Controls System Technician (CCST) Level I or higher certification
  • 1 year of experience working in a Data Center or mission critical environment
  • Fundamental knowledge of network design and layout as well as low voltage (copper/ fiber) cabling

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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About the Company

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Kforce Inc.

Kforce is a solutions firm specializing in technology, finance and accounting, and professional staffing services. Our KNOWLEDGEforce® empowers top companies to achieve their digital transformation goals. We curate teams of technical experts who deliver solutions custom-tailored to each client’s needs. These scalable, flexible outcomes are shaped by deep market knowledge, thought leadership and our multi-industry expertise.

 

Our integrated approach is rooted in 60 years of proven success deploying highly skilled professionals on a temporary and direct-hire basis. Each year, approximately 18,000 talented experts work with the Fortune 500 and other leading companies. Together, we deliver Great Results Through Strategic Partnership and Knowledge Sharing®.

COMPANY SIZE
1,000 to 1,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1962
WEBSITE
http://www.kforce.com/