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About our group:

We are part of the Facilities

Support Services Group and this senior level position will be based at Johnson

and Johnson’s Research and Development site in La Jolla, CA. Your primary

workload is handled M-F during daytime hours and as a Facilities Building

Management System (BMS) Controls Engineer, you'll interface with a variety of

our staff while enabling projects that provide lasting value to the Facilities

Department and to CBRE.

RESPONSIBILITIES

This onsite position provides oversight in the operation and maintenance of all

building automation systems to maximize efficiency and minimize costs in

conjunction with our Optimum Energy Program. Working under general supervision,

conducts preventive maintenance, repair, installation, commissioning and

general servicing of HVAC Automation Systems (including detailed

troubleshooting of systems). Responsible for high levels of customer

satisfaction through direct, on site, customer interface. Properly completes

required project and service documentation. Ensures compliance with safety

rules, regulations, and oversees scheduled contracted work. The ideal

candidate will have extensive experience as well as strong work plan

development and progress oversight skills.

ESSENTIAL

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintain oversight and ownership of the BMS -Johnson Controls Metasys system, which

includes all the various connected and separate electrical, mechanical, life,

safety, etc. systems that are operational in a facility. Ensures that measures

are taken to operate all specialized systems in the most efficient manner to

keep operating costs at a minimum.

Edit and modify existing CBRE programming to

incorporate building system changes and provide engineering support to resolve

interruption issues to building controls infrastructure

Respond quickly to emergency situations and

alarms, summoning additional assistance as needed.

Directly develop CBRE programming code to convert system point list and

sequence of operation description into functioning CBRE programming code for

new building systems or modifications to existing systems

Conceive and develop solutions to CBRE problems

through the application of professionally accepted engineering practices and

procedures

Estimate BMS related costs for labor and

materials for building renovations, modifications, or system changes

Oversees scope development, work request

initiation, scheduling, and inspection of work performed by outside

contractors, which includes proprietary work, licensed installations, upgrades,

and maintenance and inspection of specialized systems.

Provide technical resource for site maintenance

technicians and engineers

Develop and implement long term plan for site

BMS system updating

Provide both written and oral updates to

management on the progress of projects and tasks

Provide project management for a variety of

other related tasks and systems

Complies with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency and

Company directives related to systems operations and work safety.

Inspects specialized systems to ensure operation of equipment is within design

capabilities and achieves operational conditions prescribed by client.

Performs assigned repairs and emergency and preventive maintenance. Completes

maintenance and repair records as required.

Performs other general maintenance of building systems and features to assist

other trades as directed.

Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY

RESPONSIBILITIES

No formal supervisory responsibilities in this position.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

Five year plus hands-on BMS experience including preventative maintenance and troubleshooting. Hands-on of Johnson Controls Metasys software highly preferred but not required. D

emonstrated experience and proficiency with Johnson Controls including hardware selection, ordering, installing, programming, commissioning, and testing.

Proficient in GX9100, HVACPRO, XTM Configurator and CCT Programming or ability to learn

Working knowledge of MN Low Voltage Electrical Code

Integration experience with BACNET, MODBUS, Etc.

Knowledge of programmable logic controllers desired.

Knowledge of commercial HVAC systems.

Experience in HVAC and automation system control and/or emergency backup systems (generators, UPS, etc.) preferred. High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and a minimum of four years of related experience and/or trade school training.

CERTIFICATES and/or LICENSES

Electronic certifications in one or more of the following: Electrical, mechanical, access control, server and PCs, application and controller software or firmware, digital and analog controllers, networking, process controls, mechanical power transmissions, or data analytics. Licenses or certifications as may be required by local applicable law or ordinance.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Ability to comprehend and interpret instructions, short correspondence, and memos and ask clarifying questions to ensure understanding. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from clients, co-workers, and/or supervisor. Ability to effectively present information to an internal department and/or large groups of employees.

FINANCIAL KNOWLEDGE

Requires basic knowledge of financial terms and principles. Ability to calculate simple figures such as percentages.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to understand and carry out general instructions in standard situations. Ability to solve problems in standard situations. Requires intermediate analytical and quantitative skills.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES

Uses personal computer and / or PDA for work order system, email, ESS and training. Basic skills with Microsoft Office Outlook. Physical requirements include stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs / ladders and ability to lift / carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.

Knowledge of standards and city codes with respect to Fire/Life Safety codes, relating to both mechanical and electrical systems in commercial buildings.

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY

Decisions made with general understanding of procedures and company policies to achieve set results and deadlines. Errors in judgment may cause short-term impact to co-workers and supervisor.

SAFETY

Responsible for personal safety and the safety of those who are affected by your work. This includes but is not limited to:

1. Complete all required and assigned HSE training at a satisfactory level,

2. Follow all activity policies and procedures, including all HSE-related requirements at all times,

3. Participate in all HSE-related programs & activities as required, including incident investigations, interviews, auditing and assessment, etc.

4. Report any conditions which you feel could result in an accident or injury and / or stop work if required.

US Company Profile

About CBRE (NYSE: CBRE): At CBRE, you are empowered to take your career path into your own hands. Enjoy workplace flexibility in a global organization with tremendous scale. Work in an inclusive and collaborative environment with supportive teammates. Come experience the employee advantage at CBRE.

CBRE has a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

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