The U.S. Mission in Romania is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the BAS Engineering Technician position n the Facilities Management office.
This is a great opportunity for candidates looking to further develop their automation and technical skills, participate to international trainings and work in a stable, excellent environment.

Interested candidates must apply on the Embassy's official electronic recruitment application using the external application link provided, or by visiting the Embassy's website and creating an account:
https://ro.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/

Experience requirements:
For Grade FSN-09: Minimum of five (5) years field experience in the operation and maintenance of a building automation system (BAS), including computer and microprocessor control system installation and programming. The experience may have been gained as a result of performing general maintenance on computer controlled systems and equipment; however, at least two (2) years must have been spent in direct maintenance of BAS specific components in a similar environment in addition to three (3) years of experience with large, modern, commercial or Government office building operations and maintenance. Experience working with U.S. building, trade, construction, fire, and safety codes and standards is required.
For Grade FSN-08: Minimum of four (4) years field experience in the operation and maintenance of a building automation system (BAS), including computer and microprocessor control system installation and programming. The experience may have been gained as a result of performing general maintenance on computer controlled systems and equipment; however, at least one (1) year must have been spent in direct maintenance of BAS specific components in a similar environment in addition to three (3) years of experience with large, modern, commercial or Government office building operations and maintenance. Experience working with U.S. building, trade, construction, fire, and safety codes and standards is required.
(Interested candidates must choose if they want to be considered for Full performance level grade FSN-09, Trainee Grade FSN-08, or both depending on their experience)

Education Requirements:

• The completion of a 4-year Bachelor of Science degree, or equivalent, in Mechanical/Electrical/General Engineering or Computerized systems, control and sensor technology is required. Applicants must have proof of specialized technical training to match background requirements.

Language Requirements:

• Fluent English - written/speaking/reading is required. Fluent Romanian written/speaking/reading is required. In order to communicate with local contractors and other LE Staff. Will be required to translate local technical information and documents into English for the Engineer (Post title Building Engineer – Supervisor). This may be tested.

Skills and abilities required:

• Strong computer skills, able to navigate through the Microsoft Office Suite software (Word, Office, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, etc.), to create the various documents including reports, spreadsheets, cost estimates, inspection logs, utility consumption charts and graphs; write e-mails and research information on the Internet.
• Must be proficient in AutoCAD, able to create usable engineering drawings to assist in the operations and maintenance process, or for use in renovation projects.

Duties and responsibilities
Serves as an expert in planning, organizing and maintaining large and complex mechanical and electrical systems and their control equipment. The incumbent is employed as a Building Automated Systems Engineering Technician (BASET) to carry out skilled analysis and diagnostic maintenance work on all major systems and critical equipment throughout the NEC/NCC buildings and grounds. Work assignments will be directed by the Engineer (Post title Building Engineer – Supervisor)

When applying, please choose the grade you'd like to be consider for:
Full-performance level (FSN-09) - Gross Salary interval: 11344 - 18151 RON
Trainee level (FSN-08) - Gross Salary interval: 9117 - 14587 RON

The U.S. Mission offers a competitive compensation and benefits package for local employees:Pro-rated Christmas Bonus (13th month salary):

• Performance related awards
• Performance related annual increases (merit-based compensation system)
• Local and American paid holidays
• Annual and Sick Leave
• Alternate Work Schedule (depending on section)
• Medical reimbursement plan
• Free access to the on-site Gym
• Training opportunities (virtual and abroad)