Field Automation Engineer

Position Summary 

As a key member of the Albireo Energy team, the Field Automation Engineer is responsible for the on-site engineering, integration, and commissioning of Building Automation Systems (BMS) and Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS) for mission-critical data center construction and complex commercial projects. This role provides hands-on technical leadership in the field, supporting systems from design validation through installation, testing, turnover, and customer acceptance. 

On-Site Engineering & System Implementation 

• Perform field engineering for BMS and EPMS systems on data center construction projects, commercial office buildings, and regulated facilities. 

• Conduct site surveys, constructability reviews, and field assessments to validate design intent and system requirements. 

• Support and lead system installation, startup, commissioning, and testing activities. 

• Serve as the primary on-site technical resource for automation and controls scope. 

Design, Controls & System Integration 

• Support and lead the design and implementation of BMS and EPMS systems in coordination with architects, engineers, and stakeholders. 

• Configure, test, and troubleshoot PLC-based control systems (Schneider, Rockwell, Siemens typical). 

• Develop, configure, and maintain system databases, tags, alarms, trends, and graphics within BMS and EPMS platforms. 

• Integrate HVAC plant systems and electrical infrastructure including UPS, switchgear, generators, STS, and power metering. 

• Ensure compliance with industry standards, codes, cybersecurity requirements, and project-specific sequences of operation. 

• Utilize and troubleshoot BACnet, Modbus, and TCP/IP-based networks. 

Technical Support & Troubleshooting 

• Provide technical leadership and hands-on support to installation, commissioning, and service teams. 

• Troubleshoot software, hardware, controls logic, communications, and network-related issues. 

• Identify field discrepancies and coordinate corrective actions with engineering and project teams. 

Commissioning, Testing & Validation 

• Execute and support point-to-point checkout, FAT/SAT, and site acceptance testing. 

• Participate in Integrated Systems Testing (IST) and Level 3–5 commissioning activities. 

• Validate system functionality includes alarms, trends, sequences, graphics, and failover conditions. 

• Support owner training, system demonstrations, and final system acceptance. 

Project Coordination & Management 

• Collaborate closely with project managers, architects, engineers, commissioning agents, and client stakeholders. 

• Support project planning, scheduling, and execution for complex, multi-system automation projects. 

• Assist with equipment selection, procurement coordination, and material planning. 

• Attend project meetings and provide field-driven input to schedule, risk, and quality discussions. 

Documentation & Closeout 

• Review and markup mechanical and electrical drawings, control narratives, and specifications. 

• Prepare and maintain accurate project documentation including: 

• As-built drawings 

• Point-to-point wiring diagrams 

• Control panel layouts 

• Valve and damper schedules 

• Bills of material 

• Generate and manage RFIs to clarify requirements and resolve design conflicts. 

• Support O&M manuals, turnover packages, and closeout documentation. 

Customer Support & Continuous Improvement 

• Provide responsive technical support to customers and address issues in a timely, professional manner. 

• Identify opportunities to improve system performance, reliability, and energy efficiency. 

• Contributes to the continuous improvement of Albireo engineering standards, tools, and field execution processes. 

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in BMS, EPMS, controls, or industrial automation. 

• Strong technical expertise in HVAC controls, electrical power monitoring, and system integration. 

• Hands-on experience with PLC-based automation and enterprise BMS/EPMS platforms. 

• Proven experience supporting data center construction or mission-critical environments. 

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in