Design Specialist I Job at Climatec LLC in Fuquay-Varina

about Climatec

For over 40 years, Climatec has steadily invested in their people, technology, and services to be a trusted business partner for building solutions. As part of the Bosch Building Technologies Integrator Business in North America, Climatec is one of the leading providers of building technologies and energy solutions in the nation – delivering results for thousands of customers, every day. Climatec’s strategic business partners include the world’s leading suppliers of building automation, security, life safety, and energy efficiency technologies.

about Bosch

The Bosch Group is a privately held supplier of innovative technology and services with over 400,000 associates worldwide. Its unique private ownership structure was established to promote entrepreneurial freedom and long-term business focus. Bosch’s operations serve millions of customers across four business sectors: Mobility Solutions, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design Controls projects to meet scope of work and budget as defined by contract documents and sales estimate ensuring equipment compatibility.
• Provide detailed sequence of operations.
• Provide Visio labor and direction as required to complete submittals and other engineered drawings accurately and professionally.
• Interpret project documents, estimate, and other information as available to select the proper equipment to achieve the scope of work required in the most economical and functional manner.
• Accurately forecast necessary labor required to engineer a complete project and track this over time to achieve budget and forecast goals.
• Recommend technical solutions to sales and operations. Constantly research outside purchase products.
• Provide support to Climatec and other contractors to solve building operating issues that go beyond the controls operation.
• Communicate with internal employees as required to ensure engineering is accurate and timely.
• Provide input to others as requested or required to assist in the accurate estimation, value engineering, design, installation, start up, commissioning, and training for building systems.
• Communicate with external organizations as required such as consulting engineers, building owners, and other contractors to ensure accurate and timely engineering.
• Provide support for ongoing service engineering and support for existing building systems.
• Complete Bill of Material for every project.
• Suggest/recommend new products that provide better functionality and value to projects.
• Generate Request for Information (RFIs) to clarify design issues and recommend appropriate solutions as necessary.
• Assist Sales team during estimation/bid phase of the project by providing design support.
• As assigned develop and maintain a library of engineering standards for both Climatec and the industry.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills & Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of high school diploma
• Other technical experience such as military, on-the-job training programs, etc., may meet this requirement as determined by local management
• An understanding of basic computer systems including MS Office Suite of products, Visio or CAD
• The ability to configure and debug basic computer problems
• An eagerness to learn
• A clear ability to work with electronic equipment such as volt meters, amp meters, oscilloscopes, etc.
• The ability to troubleshoot basic electric and electronic circuitry, including reading and interpreting electrical and electronic diagrams
• A working understanding of AC power circuitry, including breakers, multi-phase power, etc. (120VAC and greater)
• Clear and concise ability to communicate verbally and in writing
• An ability to understand empathetically the issues and perceptions others have and to creatively and successfully work through these issues to achieve a successful outcome and customer and employee satisfaction
• The ability to read blueprints
• The ability to read and understand specifications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two-year technical degree in HVAC or Electronics-related studies or an undergraduate degree in Electrical or Mechanical-related studies
• A basic understanding of HVAC operations within a facility if working in the controls field
• Experience as a technician or in the field as an installer
• Experience with low voltage electrical
• A thorough understanding and/or experience of Visio
• A deep understanding of the DDC that controls buildings
• And understanding of other systems involved in the mechanical and electrical portions of building controls
• Experience providing extensive integration support for a multitude of building systems

Employee Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K w/ company match
• Life/AD&D/LTD
• Paid Vacation/Sick/Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance

Essential Job Functions:

• Be able to lift and carry ladders, drawings, personal computers, material, etc.
• Be able to lift up to 30lbs+.
• Be able to spend significant time standing and walking on construction sites.
• Be able to climb several flights of stairs or ladders throughout a typical day on a construction site.
• Maintain a satisfactory driving record which, per Climatec’s vehicle policy, allows the individual to drive a company vehicle.
• Be physically able to kneel, stoop and crawl.
• Must have accurate color vision and maintain clear visual acuity to safely and effectively perform job responsibilities

Additional Information:

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

By choice, we are committed to a diverse workforce - EOE/Protected Veteran/Disabled.

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If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing a job application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, you can reach out to our HR team for support at 602-944-3330 or email talentacquisitionteam@climatec.com. Please note our HR representatives do not have visibility of application or interview status.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job

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