Senior Manager - Building Automation Systems

About the role

Amgen's Building Automation Systems (BAS) Lead provides subject matter expertise and project engineering leadership for the design and implementation of Building Automation Systems across global engineering projects and other facility automation initiatives. The role manages engineering teams and consultants responsible for BAS system architecture, hardware design, system configuration, programming, graphics and systems databases, and drives flexible project support capacity while keeping solutions aligned with engineering standards and operational needs.

Key responsibilities

• Provide BAS subject matter expertise for engineering projects involving HVAC, utility and other building systems, and for the BAS system itself.
• Support capital projects in developing Scope of Work and Sequence of Operation documents, design reviews, BAS system development and commissioning documentation.
• Lead teams designing BAS system architecture, hardware, configuration, programs, graphics and system databases for new installations, expansions and modifications.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation in BAS programming focused on efficient operation and sustainability of HVAC and utility systems.
• Work remotely with site-based engineering teams and support systems via remote computer access and phone support to on-site operations.
• Oversee consultants, BAS System Integrators and engineering resources, and manage workstreams adapting to changing project demands.
• Coordinate with network project leads to define scope, develop strategies and deliver BAS designs, including redline drawing management and Engineering Change Management submittals through closeout.
• Align design to support phased start-up priorities.

Required profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field such as Computer Science or Engineering.
• 12-17 years of experience in the design and development of Building Automation Systems, specifically Siemens and Schneider Electric platforms.
• Experience in HVAC and administration areas, and engineering management or project management experience.
• Global pharmaceutical industry experience preferred.

Required skills

• Preferred: 5+ years as a Building Automation Engineer, with knowledge of large HVAC and utility systems and BAS design team management.
• Proficiency in Siemens Desigo and Schneider Electric EcoStruxure BAS platforms, including hardware/architecture design, programming, graphics and database development.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC control for large buildings, pharmaceutical manufacturing, laboratories, administration buildings and utility plants, and fume hood control systems.
• Foundational knowledge of networks and industrial protocols such as Ethernet, BACnet and Modbus.
• Experience managing engineering teams and external consultants, familiarity with energy management and building analytics, and strong leadership, communication and collaboration skills.