BAS Specialist

Job Description

Position Overview

The BAS Specialist provides engineering support for building automation systems across the Rahway campus. This role focuses on system reliability, troubleshooting, and execution of projects supporting HVAC systems.

The position supports day-to-day BAS operations, assists with system upgrades, and contributes continuous improvement initiatives for safety, reliability, efficiency, and standardization.

Key Responsibilities:

BAS System Support

• Support operation and maintenance of BAS platforms, including monitoring system performance.

• Troubleshoot BAS issues across hardware, software, network, and field devices.

• Perform routine system checks, backups, and updates to ensure reliability.

• Develop and maintain accurate system documentation, databases, and site guidelines.

Engineering & Project Execution

• Support design and implementation of BAS installations, modifications and upgrades.

• Assist with commissioning activities for new or modified systems.

• Work with vendors and contractors to execute scoped project work.

• Ensure work aligns with standards, safety, and compliance requirements.

Operations & Collaboration

• Partner with Utilities, Maintenance, and Facilities teams to resolve system issues.

• Support preventive and corrective maintenance activities.

• Provide input on system improvements and operational efficiencies.

Continuous Improvement

• Assist with system optimization, trending, and reporting.

• Identify and support implementation of energy savings opportunities.

Required Education, Skills & Experience:

• High School diploma or GED with a minimum 4 years of experience with building automation or control systems.

• Experience with HVAC systems, controls, and field instrumentation.

• Knowledge of control systems components (sensors, actuators, dampers, valves).

• Experience troubleshooting automation systems and supporting maintenance activities.

• Basic understanding of networked control systems and system integration concepts.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in pharmaceutical or regulated environments.

• Experience with BAS platforms; Schneider Electric EBO experience highly desired.

• Exposure to data trending, historians, or analytics platforms (e.g., PI, OPC).

• Familiarity with commissioning and startup activities.

• Understanding of energy management and sustainability practices.

Required Skills:

Detail-Oriented, Engineering Standards, Facility Management, Laboratory Experiments, Machine Safety, Maintenance Supervision, Manufacturing Quality Control, Technical Problem-Solving, Utilities Management

Preferred Skills:

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The salary range for this role is

$87,300.00 - $137,400.00

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs.

The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits.  Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits.

You can apply for this role through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting.

San Francisco Residents Only: We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Los Angeles Residents Only: We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

1st - Day

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

n/a

Job Posting End Date:

06/29/2026

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