BAS Application Engineer

BAS Application Engineer

The University of Virginia, Facilities Management (FM), is seeking a BAS Application Engineer. BAS Application Engineers provide technical expertise and support on building automation system (BAS) for building mechanical systems, infrastructure systems, energy generation, and distribution systems. They are responsible for identifying, evaluating, implementing, and programming new BAS technologies.

• Develop control system submittal documents, BAS architecture, programming, and graphics based on project requirements for in‑house controls projects.
• Evaluate, recommend, and implement projects approved for construction by in‑house staff, including scoping and pricing labor, materials, equipment, hardware, software selection, control architecture development, programming, graphics and related project requirements.
• Provide ongoing BAS technical support for Automation Services and other Facilities Management stakeholders.
• Identify and implement best software and hardware technologies to support programming strategies.
• Effectively communicate with construction project teams to transform the BAS design into a functioning system in operation.
• Participate in maintaining, implementing, and administering the UVA BAS Standards.
• Contribute towards the realization of UVA’s 2020–2030 Sustainability Plan (carbon neutral by 2030 and fossil fuel free by 2050).
• Participate in project management and commissioning efforts by attending construction meetings, inspecting work, reviewing tests, assisting in resolving system performance issues, and providing written reports of findings and recommendations.
• Other duties may be assigned.

• Education:
  
  High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience:
  
  Five years of relevant experience related to BAS or a related electronics field with two years of experience in programming logic; preferred experience with hardware design and programming logic with Automated Logic or Johnson Controls.
• Licensure:
  Recognized controls industry certification (e.g., CCST, CEM, BCxP) or successful completion of two or more controls vendor development courses.

• Direct experience developing and deploying Johnson Controls Metasys or Automated Logic WebCTRL systems.
• Experience with commercial construction/contracting.

The anticipated hiring range for this position is $70,000 – $78,000; actual starting salary will be commensurate with relevant experience and skills. This is a full‑time position with UVA benefits.

• 22 days of paid time off, increasing with service; 13+ paid holidays each year.
• Parental and Community Service Leave.
• Health plan with options to meet healthcare and financial needs.
• Retirement through the Virginia Retirement System.
• Tuition and professional development benefits.
• Employee wellness program featuring activities to earn up to $500 per year.

Employee will be required to crawl, kneel, squat, bend, and twist in order to perform their work; must travel around job sites; work with materials of different weights and perform repetitive motions.

Apply online at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Complete the application and upload the following required materials:

• Resume.

This position is open until filled.

Questions regarding the application process should be directed to Marcus Rozier, Academic Recruiter at hjv5vm.

University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Read more about UVA’s commitment to non‑discrimination and equal opportunity employment.