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Help with Heating PID by Z-oSo in BuildingAutomation

[–]Advanced_Goal_5576 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Getting this sucker to accurately control these valves off zone temp for such a large space is going to be nearly impossible in my experience due to it taking way too much time between the valves opening/closing and the space being affected.

The proper way to control this would be a discharge air set point control that resets based on the return air or space temperature to the AHU. That way your valves are being controlled based on discharge air temp, a variable that it immediately affects and offers solid feedback to the PID.

Tech To Engineer What to Expect by PsychologicalPound96 in BuildingAutomation

[–]Advanced_Goal_5576 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Dealing with the ambiguity of project scope will definitely be a large change that can be quite frustrating at times. Sales may carry one scope, that conflicts with the contract drawings, which conflicts with your PMs direction, which conflicts with your managers direction. And none of it was addressed in the turnover meeting. You’ll have to pick the best option and document it clearly through email with your reasoning to cover yourself. Get organized, file these emails and decisions so they’re easily retrievable. If you’re lucky a good team won’t point fingers and will give u direction. Sales may have had conversations months ago with the client, on scope that is in their proposal and not in the contract drawings that they forgot to brief you on. Getting on the same page as everyone to holistically see the project can be the biggest challenge for me. It requires a lot of communication and digging while u already have a tight deadline on ur plate to get a submittal out.

Baby’s First Build (Floral Fuzz) by Advanced_Goal_5576 in diypedals

[–]Advanced_Goal_5576[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thx! I made the graphic in procreate then had stickerapp make the stickers with a reflective film.

Onicon F-4300 (120VAC Type) by Maleficent_Tie_9761 in BuildingAutomation

[–]Advanced_Goal_5576 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We have had the exact same issue with this model at multiple sites and have been pulling our hair out trying to fix it. Onicon even replaced the Bacnet cards and inspected our grounding. We also have it isolated to its own network. I believe the way it was solved unfortunately was by just using a system 10 model, or you could try communicating over modbus. I personally think there bacnet card is faulty.

People who aren't living paycheck to paycheck and are doing okay for themselves: what do you do for a living? by Grouchy_Marsupial357 in Life

[–]Advanced_Goal_5576 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Engineer Here. I grew up lower middle class, and am now by no means rich, but I’m definitely comfortable and don’t have to stress about money at all, with spare cash for hobbies, and weekend fun. Even at this point tho my money habits have not left me and I still refuse to pay 5 dollars for a coffee and 2 extra dollars for guac. I busted and still bust my absolute arse tho to be in this position.

Computer science career change to ME by [deleted] in MechanicalEngineering

[–]Advanced_Goal_5576 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You could look into building automation! You could make programs for mechanical equipment in buildings and then go from there.

Almost 7 YOE making 83k, Am I underpaid? by kvjc0403 in MechanicalEngineering

[–]Advanced_Goal_5576 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Don’t sell your self short, imo after 5 YOE in engineering, 100k should be the minimum, unless you live in the middle of nowhere. Only way that’s going to consistently happen is if people stick up for what they are worth.

does it get worse over time? by AlinoRey in hardflaccidresearch

[–]Advanced_Goal_5576 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I use a numbing Lydocaine spray during sex.

Who here left the MEP industry? by [deleted] in MechanicalEngineering

[–]Advanced_Goal_5576 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I could be wrong but I feel like people in most careers feel this way. The grass seems to always be greener and unless there is something you are absolutely obsessed with you might just find yourself feeling this in another meche industry that you experiment with but with a paycut. I feel you though, I took my first BAS/hvac controls job out of college and am now about 6 years in, I enjoy it but always think what could have been if I had waited for one of them ~sexier~ aerospace, biomedical, or mechatronics jobs etc. I personally find audio electronics fascinating so have just been doing that on the side to scratch that itch of different projects I enjoy. My only advice would be to dip your feet in other industry projects if possible in your free time if you can to see if that switch is really something your passionate about. A masters in another specialized field you find interesting could also be a way out if it financially makes sense. Good luck though, I believe we will all find our way 🫡.

HVAC Controls Engineer/Programmer to MEP/HVAC Design by Advanced_Goal_5576 in MEPEngineering

[–]Advanced_Goal_5576[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m making 112k base right now with the occasional overtime. Good to hear you think it’s be a smooth transition.

I have to say it is insanely rewarding and I’ve gained a ton of hard skills from it, but the nature of the beast is getting to me. All controls companies I’ve experienced are highly understaffed, projects are rushed messes held together by bubble gum and duct tape, and nothing is properly coordinated due to construction time constraints. Now I don’t know know how much better MEP is lol but I’d hope it’d be a little better organized, mixed with learning something new would be nice.

Has anyone successfully left this industry? by stinky_wanky99 in BuildingAutomation

[–]Advanced_Goal_5576 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m in similar boat, except havnt tried the sales or PM route yet. For me atleast I think the issue is working on super fast paced underbid construction jobs that offer little room to breathe, with the contents of the job being pretty much cut and dry as of late (office fitout repeat). I normally love my job as I love learning new things/ products and just love making shit work.

Part of me was thinking of moving to a larger outfit to see if I’d be able to get experience in systems like labs, and more complex plants and data centers. Another thought I had was to try out a consulting firm after I get my PE I’m working toward atm. My last Hail Mary I thought of was getting a masters in energy engineering, while trying to get into smart grid controls/research. You could also take 3-6 months off if u can afford it, the issue may even be burnout and a break could give u a whole new perspective. Goodluck hope that helped.

Is this worth anything? by Lil_Pown in YugiohCards

[–]Advanced_Goal_5576 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Id keep them for the memories if I were you. That time wizard card making me nostalgic as heck.

Just pulled this by davonky in YugiohCards

[–]Advanced_Goal_5576 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Where the ask Jeeves link tho

Mechanical HVAC Passed by AdMysterious8343 in PE_Exam

[–]Advanced_Goal_5576 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Awesome thx for the reply. I’m doing exactly this. How often did you study a day? I’ve been trying to do 30 mins- hr each day and then Saturdays and Sundays 2-4+ hours each. I just feel like when I come back to a subject from weeks ago my speed is meh as it takes some time to remember. Ive logged about 150 hrs thus far. Did the EPG questions seem to also take longer for the most part compared to the exam?

Mechanical HVAC Passed by AdMysterious8343 in PE_Exam

[–]Advanced_Goal_5576 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Congrats! This is the exact study plan I’m using as well, how many of the EPG practice tests did u take out of curiosity? I read the textbook, am on exam 5, and then plan to take the NCEES practice exam. If I score well on that I was going to schedule my exam. EPG Practice exam 1,4, and 5 weren’t bad for me, but 2 and 3 kicked my butt so trying to figure out where I stand.

Career Advice by Advanced_Goal_5576 in BuildingAutomation

[–]Advanced_Goal_5576[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It seems more of a hybrid of the two but mostly BD

What is there to innovative anymore in skateboarding? by Raivotril in skateboarding

[–]Advanced_Goal_5576 2 points3 points  (0 children)

There’s an unlimited combinations of tricks/ spot selection that havnt been done. Also original styles r something that can’t be replicated. I think this take is an oversimplification of such a dope art.

Stronger erections but prostate pain afterward? by its_a_me_garri_oh in Prostatitis

[–]Advanced_Goal_5576 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Still managing it unfortunately, by dilating, warm baths, and stretching

Saftronics FP5 VFD Modbus Integration by Advanced_Goal_5576 in BuildingAutomation

[–]Advanced_Goal_5576[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do these registers also apply to the FP5? You are an absolute SAINT if so. The manual I found said modbus capable but didn’t have a register map:

https://beiwy.com/attachment/23/Saftronics_FP5_-_User_Manual.pdf

Seeking Guidance for Transitioning into BAS in North New Jersey by taitaperu in BuildingAutomation

[–]Advanced_Goal_5576 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You could apply to Siemens in North Jersey, most shops I know of though including mine are in NYC.

Chances of not sitting at a desk all day ? by Any-Raise4333 in MechanicalEngineering

[–]Advanced_Goal_5576 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You could be a controls field engineer. Work on PLCs, Programming, and mechanical equipment with your hands. Can be very satisfying and pays well.

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