Controls Systems Field Engineer

Company: Dorsett Controls
Location: Layton
Posted on: February 1, 2025

Job Description:

Position Description

Perform HVAC Control systems design, programming, troubleshooting, installation, startup and commissioning in a wide variety of facilities from critical tolerance laboratories, manufacturing processes to office environments. Works with a variety of mechanical equipment and low-voltage components including protocol-based interfaces to connect and share data among related equipment to facilitate effective control of facilities and utility consumption.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in electronic engineering, mechanical engineering, computer engineering, industrial automation, or related field; OR an equivalent combination of 5 years of related education and experience in programming, installing, and maintaining networked HVAC controls systems.

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Strong working knowledge of commercial networked HVAC controls systems

Working knowledge of BACnet and Modbus communications protocols with a minimum of 3 years' experience

Excellent understanding of the commercial HVAC equipment operating principles, theory and control methodology used in hot/chilled water systems, DX and VRF systems, steam heating, boilers, VAV and other modular HVAC equipment.

A valid Driver's License issued by the State of Utah

This position will work on Department of Defense facilities and must be capable of passing a pre-employment background check and post-employment background investigation necessary to be granted access to DOD facilities and secured computing (IT) equipment and networks.

Must receive a negative test result on a mandatory substance abuse test and will remain subject to random alcohol and drug testing as well as post-accident testing.

Essential Functions

The following duties and responsibilities are intended to be representative of the work performed by the incumbent(s) in this position and are not all-inclusive. The omission of specific duties and responsibilities will not preclude it from the position.

Applicants must be prepared to demonstrate the ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.




Layout HVAC controls for a variety of mechanical systems including creating drawings for panel fabrication, instrumentation and control device selection, installation details, sequences of operation, startup, testing and commissioning procedures and plans.
Program electronic controller devices, server databases and Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI) to create an effective and operational control scheme that maintains the specified level of control tolerance while ensuring efficient and safe operation of the mechanical equipment.
Create reports, historical profiles and trend logs for customer requirements.
Interfaces equipment such as VFDs, CRACs, VRF controllers, chillers and boilers using BACnet or Modbus protocols as required to effect a completely integrated control system.
Install control systems in new facilities and upgrade control systems in existing facilities as needed while connecting to the base-wide facility control system.
Troubleshoot communication and control issues as well as managing all displays, schedules, trend logs, alarms, etc. as requested by customer or specifying engineer.
Diagnose, repair, and calibrate sensors, controllers, actuators, and accessory devices.
Communicate effectively with other contractors and employees, customers, supervisors, and management.
Assist with third party commissioning of controlled mechanical systems in new and renovated facilities.
Train other less experienced engineers and assist with any required customer training.




General Requirements


Must possess knowledge of and/or possess the ability to:


Basic networking and interface protocols and how to share data across different devices.
Installation, programming, and networking of control equipment and third-party devices.
Standard practices and procedures in the design and installation of an HVAC control system connected to a site-wide building automation system.
Mechanical HVAC equipment and systems, and their design and operation.
Use of Microsoft Visio (or AutoDesk), Outlook, Word, and Excel applications software.
Use of Sharepoint and PROCORE software
Proper use of PPE and other safety equipment, and safety procedures and protocols.
Read and interpret control wiring and other electrical diagrams/schematics.
Modify control system sequences, including HMI graphics and database as required.



Configure alarms, including notifications as well as reports, trends and historical data archiving per engineer requirements.
Proficiently use computing equipment as needed to interact with a wide variety of control system components, back-up systems, cloud repositories, intranet and internet sites, online payroll systems, project management tools and other application software.
Trouble shoot and diagnose communication and other control issues with various types of controls and communications devices.
Diagnose complex control system issues when it is not easily determined where the problem lies (mechanical or controls)
Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical drawings.
Ability to work efficiently, productively, and with minimal supervision.




Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of an organization.



Travel/On-Call

This position is subject to being called to work prior to and after the scheduled shift. May require occasional or extended travel out-of-town based on project need. The employee will have unrestricted on-call duties in this position.





Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage and to draw and interpret bar graphs.



Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Excel Spreadsheet software, Word Processing software and Outlook Internet software.



IT and Networking Skills

Basic understanding of networking principles; specifically networking connectivity and the ability to troubleshoot networking links and field-verify IT equipment. Competency certificates are not required (i.e., A+ Networking, Cisco System certification, etc.) but are helpful in determining the level of technical aptitude for IT troubleshooting capability.



Equipment/Systems

Ability to operate standard office machines such as copiers, computers, fax, calculator, etc. and proficient in typical office technologies such as computers, tablet devices, and associated software.



Confidential Data

Work with some confidential data of major importance such as development or research projects or profit margins which, if disclosed, may be detrimental to the company's interest.



Security Clearance

Ability to pass government background check for restricted area access.



Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.



Mental/Visual/Auditory Demand

Flow of work and character of duties involve normal mental and visual attention much or all the time. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. The ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.



Complexity of Duties

Wide variety of duties involve an overall general knowledge of inter-related company operations, policies, and procedures and their application to cases not previously covered. Duties require considerable judgment, originality, and creative thinking to work independently towards general results; to apply logical thought processes to define problems, collect and interpret data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; to devise new and modify and adapt existing methods, techniques, and procedures to meet new or unusual requirements and to make related decisions guided by precedent and within limits of established policies.



Supervision Received

Under general direction, working from company policies and general objectives with little functional guidance. Rarely refers cases to supervisors unless clarification or interpretation of company policies is involved.



Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, and kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is frequently required to navigate a tight working space and work above shoulders for an extended time.



The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds using two or more people to lift the load or with the aid of mechanical assistance devices (i.e., dollies, carts, lifts). Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.



Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions and the risk of electrical shock.



The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; extreme cold; extreme heat and vibration. Work is occasionally performed in confined spaces, such as rooftops or equipment rooms, and in noisy environments. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. There is a risk of occupational exposure to potentially infectious materials and radio frequency emissions.



We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Compensation details: 75000-115000PI930b40c96e83-25660-35825358

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