Application Engineer

Founded at the birth of the building automation industry in 1983 as Kele & Associates (now Kele Companies), we became the first building automation distributor to offer an all-inclusive platform. Over the next 40 years, Kele Companies has grown into a world class Building Automation Systems distributor with its headquarters remaining strategically located in Memphis, TN and branch locations positioned in 7 states throughout the U.S. Every member of the Kele Companies team plays a key role in delivering on our promise of: “We Make It Easy.”

The Applications Engineer will be responsible for providing product application assistance and technical support for building automation including Tridium, Honeywell, Johnson Controls FX, Distech, KMC and Prolon products. Customer support can include project material takeoffs, product application assistance, hardware and software configuration, programming, technical expertise and training for Building Automation hardware and software.

• Provides product application and selection support for Building Automation HVAC/DDC Controls and Building Automation Systems.
• Creates quotes and estimates for Building Automation products and solutions.
• Supports technical sales and end-user presentations related to Building Automation HVAC/DDC Controls.
• Serves as a primary resource for product questions and information for internal and external customers.
• Programs Building Automation controllers and provides start-up assistance for new customers.
• Troubleshoots and reconfigures defective configurations, providing phone and field technical support, and suggesting Building Automation System improvements and modifications to support contractors' project needs.
• Conducts new product testing and vetting for Building Automation HVAC/DDC Controls.
• Investigates problems, develops solutions, and makes recommendations related to Building Automation Systems.
• Creates custom program modules in Tridium Niagara N4.
• Programs and supports Niagara-based Building Automation Systems and/or Johnson Controls FX platforms.
• Attends, develops, constructs, and records training sessions and maintains technical proficiency on all issues applicable to our customers and the Building Automation industry.
• Conducts take-offs from architectural and/or mechanical prints/specifications.
• Occasionally visits customer job sites, conducting walk-throughs to view existing components and recommend functional replacements for Building Automation HVAC/DDC Controls and Building Automation Systems.

• Minimum 5 years of direct work experience designing and/or programming complete Building Automation projects.
• Fully knowledgeable in programming Niagara-based Building Automation Systems and/or Johnson Controls FX.
• Strong working knowledge of multi-vendor Building Automation HVAC/DDC Controls and communication protocols.
• Advanced knowledge of IT network principles for Building Automation Systems.
• Niagara N4 certification or the ability to attain certification within 6 months of employment.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record for limited travel as needed.

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• HSA
• FSA (medical and dependent care)
• 401(k) with employer match up to 4% with immediate vesting
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability coverage
• Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental life for employees and dependents available
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement