BMS/Smart Building Engineer II - 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 II- IV for either our Richmond, or Chicago 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 a mid-level BMS Engineer your role will be to build controls designs and support project execution on assigned projects under the supervision of a BMS design lead.  You will be responsible for preparing 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.
• Project execution support including reviewing submittal and RFIs.
• Attending project meetings while interfacing with clients and contractors.
• Interfacing with internal PICs, PMs, site leaders, and practice area leaders.
• Closely work with the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing project design team.

Job Requirements:

We are looking for a BMS Engineer/Consultant who can work both independently and as part of a team, demonstrating ownership and accountability of deliverables and the ability to foresee challenges.  To succeed in this role, your technical expertise must be complimented 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 some experience in HVAC or BAS/BMS/EPMS/DCIM/SCADA systems design, implementation, and operations.

Additional requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or electrical engineering preferred
• 18 months to 7+ years' experience working in HVAC controls industry as a consultant or contractor, or HVAC engineer
• Knowledge of HVAC/electrical instrumentation design and building control sequence of operations
• Knowledge of building IT infrastructure
• Effective team player: the ability to work independently or in a team environment
• Excellent organization skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Candidate with good communication skills and recent industry publications (Presentations, Webinars, Trade Publications), a plus
• Engineer-In-Training (EIT) a plus but not a requirement
• Active involvement with ASHRAE, CABA, and other organizations, a plus

As a BMS Engineer/Consultant with Syska Hennessy Group, you will be a part of a global firm with an amazing history! We are committed to being the best, advancing engineering design practice, and supporting our clients with integrity. To make all that happen, we rely on the talent, drive, enthusiasm, and total job satisfaction of the great people who work here.

As a member of our highly collaborative team, we provide you with a flexible benefits package that reflects our respect for your workplace contributions, professional goals, and personal priorities. The personal benefits program at Syska Hennessy Group includes:

• Robust, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance and supplemental benefit plans
• 401(k) plan with a generous employer matching program
• Training and professional development courses
• Professional development incentive bonuses
• Dynamic Employee Resource Groups
• Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) policy
• Transit/parking employer stipend
• ½ day work from home Fridays all year long

At Syska, we promote an environment that is committed to embedding diversity and equality into the core of our business and culture. We empower our employees so they can take ownership of their work and development and strive to continually improve themselves and our firm. Syska is a place where you can build an exceptional career and have a lasting impact on the world.

The salary range listed below is for this particular job posting.  The actual pay range for candidates will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience, skillsets, and competencies and may differ based on the cost of labor in their particular location.

Syska Hennessy Group | Integrating the best minds and technology to help clients create exceptional environments.