Controls Engineer I

POSITION SPECIFICATION

Position: Controls Engineer I

Department: Performance Group (PG)

Reporting Relationship: Controls Engineer

COMPANY BACKGROUND

KFI Engineers is a recognized industry leader in facility infrastructure design and performance. Since 1996, our culture of collaboration and unique capabilities have allowed us to make a difference in the way infrastructure and processing projects are delivered.

Headquartered in St. Paul, MN, with numerous regional offices throughout the United States, and a team of hundreds of professionals, we offer opportunities to continue your career with mentorship programs, career growth support, and continued education. With KFI, we find a way to provide creative solutions to unique projects while providing the same care we would expect if we were the client. For more information about KFI Engineers and our culture, please visit www.kfi-eng.com.

POSITION OVERVIEW & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Controls Engineer I plays a key role in the successful application of controls to a mechanical HVAC design. This individual will review and understand how HVAC equipment operates at both the individual unit level and in concert with other equipment at the whole building level. To provide high quality control documents, the Controls Engineer will learn how to implement entire control systems, from initial hardware design to final system tuning. As required, the individual in this role will provide field assistance to support controls system project delivery. Field assistance may include communicating design intent and details, answering technical questions, and participating in any portion of the control system project as required, seeing it to completion.

Specific responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Prepare control documents portion of the overall mechanical design: schematic drawings, point lists, sequences of operation, and specification sections.
• Learn and stay current on control strategies and code changes.
• Participate in training, internal and external.
• Obtain and maintain technical certifications as needed.
• Learn and stay current on control systems programming and implementation practices.
• Perform programming and graphics for small HVAC and/or lighting control projects.
• Participate with support in project startup and commissioning activities including, but not limited to point checks, functional testing, and client acceptance testing.
• Regular collaboration within our controls and commissioning team, and with others in the industry to keep current.
• Constantly challenge traditional practices to imagine better, practical, and sustainable solutions.
• With direction, create control hardware design and installation drawings, including simple HVAC equipment selection to provide bill of materials.
• Grow in the use of PLC and/or DDC control system programming software.
• Grow in the use of SCADA and/or DDC graphic screen development software.
• With support, perform construction administration efforts such as internal participation with other KFI groups.
• Project planning meetings, control submittal reviews, punch lists, field inspections, and other support as required.
• Perform site visits to collect equipment information and assess system operations.
• Support other Commissioning and Recommissioning activities.
• Additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mechanical Enginering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Ability to foster new and maintain existing client relationships, gather client requirements, and ensure our services are effectively aligned with client needs and expectations.
• Capable of working independently and effectively in a collaborative team environment to deliver high-quality results.
• An engineering mindset with an eagerness to learn and apply controls.
• Willingness to complete OSHA 10 Safety Training.
• Represent the company in a professional matter.
• Proficient in use of MS Office (Word, Outlook, Excel).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with others.
• Knowledge of computer technology and specific areas of application .
• Travel: May include up to 25% domestic travel

Preferred

• Previous experience with control systems, HVAC systems, Electronics, or Software programming is a plus.
• Understand basic programming of HVAC Controls and Lighting Controls.
• Ability to perform controls programming and graphics for small projects.

Working Conditions

• Occasionally, some work locations will feature the tough terrain typical of construction sites or require lifting or moving field testing equipment.

CORE BEHAVIORS

Accountable

• Demonstrates persistence in the achievement of goals.
• Acts with a sense of urgency.
• Takes responsibility for own actions.

Business Focus

• Demonstrates agility, adapts well to changes.
• Works well under pressure.
• Meets commitments to internal/external customers.

Project Execution

• Plans projects well, managing last-minute rushes and disruptions.
• Balances Speed and Quality.
• Looks for improvement in our delivery, tools and processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Demonstrates Respect for Others

• Keeps others adequately informed.
• Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views.
• Adapts communication style and method based on audience and situation.

Team Player

• Balances team and individual responsibilities.
• Shares expertise with others.
• Inspires respect and trust.

Benefits:

At KFI, our comprehensive benefit program provides our employees with the resources to support their health, wellness and financial well-being. Full-Time employees have access to:

• Health, dental and vision insurance coverage
• Virtual health services
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) for HDHP enrollees with KFI contributions
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) plan
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance, life and AD&D insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off to include Earned Sick and Safe Time in accordance with state laws
• Company Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Bereavement Leave
• Voluntary benefits offered include life, accident, critical illness coverage

This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

KFI Engineers is an EOE including veterans and disability.