Digital Services Energy Engineer

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?  

Our Smart Buildings help to create efficient, safe, adaptable, and responsible environments. Our aim isn’t just about improving buildings; it’s about creating perfect places that improve people’s lives.

The Digital Service Engineer is part of the Data Driven Services group in Siemens Smart Infrastructure Digital Service Center (DSC). Our goal is to turn building data into intelligence that yield building owners and service teams with informed recommendations to improve building performance. We strive to reduce energy usage and improve HVAC equipment and system reliability. In this role you will help ensure that buildings run the way they were designed or update control methodologies to improve operation and maximize energy efficiency. You will have the opportunity to work with teams across the US and Canada to optimize building performance across a wide range of building types and industries.

The DSC is headquartered in Austin, Texas and applicants will be asked to relocate to Austin, as needed, to participate in our hybrid work schedule. Local team members are expected to be in the office 2 days a week (Tuesday and Thursday). The first month of training will take place onsite in the Austin office. We often host global and national business leaders and teams, so you will have the ability to network and collaborate with various Siemens employees. Our team is constantly growing due to an expanding presence in our market.

As a Digital Service Engineer, you will:

• Understand components and operation methods of Air Handling Units, Water and Air-cooled Chillers, Cooling Towers, Boilers, Pumps, and Air/Water Distribution systems. Including physical and programmed components
• Identify faults and root cause to suggest control changes to improve building operational and energy efficiency
• Compile customer facing reports and list of action items for operational improvements
• Estimate energy and operational cost savings associated with identified faults and/or operational improvements
• Study customer building management system (BMS) and mechanical design documents to select data points for analysis and to understand the existing operational intent
• Select rules to be applied for FDD, considering the relationship and interdependency of multiple building systems and their equipment
• Develop project structure and equipment parent/child relationships
• Lead customer report presentations via Teams (video & screen share)

You will make an impact with these qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• 1 - 3 years of energy management or HVAC systems / controls design experience
• Understanding of rule-based analytics
• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering
• Effective communication skills to speak with building engineers, maintenance personnel, and/or C-level executives
• Up to 5% required travel
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications:

• Engineering in Training (EIT) certification 
• Knowledge of facility and maintenance operations, maintenance best practices, and HVAC energy efficiency measures
• Familiarity with HVAC system and building controls. Knowledge of common HVAC and electrical building codes
• Ability to read and understand design documentation (drawings, sequences of operation, schedules etc.)
• Able to adjust communication style to work with a variety of roles and interested parties.
• Enthusiasm to learn new skills and software
• Advanced time management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite programs, high level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel

You’ll benefit from:  

• Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html
• The pay range for this position is $54,180 - $92,880. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications and premium geographic location.

Ready to create your own journey? Join us today and help create a better #TomorrowWithUs! 

About Siemens: 

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society. Come bring your authentic self and create a better tomorrow with us. Learn more about our commitment to DEI here.

Protecting the environment, conserving our natural resources, fostering the health and performance of our people as well as safeguarding their working conditions are core to our social and business commitment at Siemens. They are an integral part of our Business Conduct Guidelines and our corporate strategy.

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