HVAC Programmer

Bastrop, Texas, United StatesOnsiteFull TimePosted 2 months agoVisa sponsorship available

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Role summary

SpaceX is seeking an HVAC Programmer for its Bastrop facility. This role involves developing and integrating HVAC control systems, creating programming packages including Sequences of Operation and Virtual Points, and conducting onsite functional testing. The programmer will collaborate with engineers and technicians, train the technician team on control systems, and improve automation for critical systems. Responsibilities include software development, system networking, testing, providing technical support, and making recommendations for system reliability. Administrative duties such as reporting and documentation are also required. This is an onsite role requiring flexibility for extended hours and weekends.

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

HVAC PROGRAMMER

The HVAC Programmer at SpaceX works in a fast-paced environment, where the extraordinary becomes the everyday. The HVAC Programmer develops and integrates new and or existing applications into the technical infrastructure and existing business processes. The PHVAC Programmer will create and provide a complete programming package to the System Manager/Team. The package includes, but is not limited to, a Sequence of Operation, Virtual Points, pre-tested programming, and onsite Functional Test for assigned projects. This will involve training the technician team on how to interact with the control systems and overall helping improve all controls and automation for critical systems at the Bastrop facility.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Set up processes to write all programs and virtual points

Work in conjunction with engineers, environmental control system/HVAC lead, and/or manager in order to produce controller and graphical software

Incorporate third-party software into the design of building Environmental Control Automation Systems

Identify and obtain the necessary components to network the building automation system workstations

Configure the software necessary to network the workstations

Set-up virtual and/or physical test system to test all programming prior to release to the field

Create functional test checkout sheets to be included in Specialist checkout books

Provide technical support before, during and after system installation

Provide recommendations to both engineering and technical teams as to how to make the Environmental Control Automation Systems more reliable

Provide in-house software support and assist in maintenance of existing system software

Provide onsite assistance at critical facilities with functional testing as required

Perform administrative duties such as expense reports, documentation of detail issues and time spent on tasks within work order system, writing weekly reports, acquiring vendor quotes, submitting purchase orders, etc

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

3+ years of experience programming HVAC controls

3+ years of experience with HVAC, pneumatic, mechanical, electrical systems and control systems

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Associates degree

1+ years of vocational technical training preferred

Specialized skill training/certification

Strong leadership and organizational skills

4+ years Johnson Controls, Andover Controls, or Siemens Controls

4+ years Required license or certification

Willingness to work all required shift hours, including overtime and weekends, as needed

Detail oriented, organized, and demonstrates a high sense of urgency

Ability to work autonomously

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be available to work extended hours and weekends when needed, based on site operational needs; flexibility is required

Ability to provide on-call support in emergency situations

Occasional travel may be required based on specific projects; travel requirement is up to 15%

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.

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