Controls Engineer - Data Center

Data Center Automation Engineer

Join one of our 45 offices in the US and work with a committed team of over 1500 professionals. You will be welcomed into a rapidly growing business and team, and empowered to make an impact. Design Group, recognized as a top system integrator and Rockwell Platinum Integrator, will provide you with opportunities to work on high‑profile projects and industry events like the Ignition Build‑A‑Thon.

In this role you will work individually and in teams to support capital projects and implement solutions for our clients. You will play a pivotal role within our Control System Integration Practice, collaborating with experienced engineers, power systems specialists, and subject matter experts to deliver innovative, high‑reliability automation and monitoring solutions tailored for mission‑critical data center environments.

• Engineer, design, and program Data Center Building Automation Systems (BAS, BMS) and Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS), with expertise in platforms such as Rockwell Studio 5000, Inductive Automation Ignition, Siemens, or Schneider, and industry standards like BACnet and Modbus.
• Execute the full lifecycle of complex BAS and EPMS projects—from requirements gathering and system architecture through implementation, commissioning, and client turnover.
• Use industry knowledge and trends to guide teams on BAS and EPMS designs and standards for a diverse set of clients and projects.
• Contribute to the development of enterprise‑wide standards and best practices for building automation and power monitoring, focusing on scalability, cybersecurity, redundancy, and operational efficiency.
• Serve as a partner to clients, translating technical needs into engineered solutions, communicating effectively with stakeholders, and building long‑term relationships through the consistent delivery of high‑value results.
• Champion innovation in BAS/EPMS technologies, continuously evaluating emerging tools, protocols, and strategies to improve system resilience, energy efficiency, and fault diagnostics.

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive engineering experience in building automation, electrical power monitoring systems (EPMS), and integrated controls within mission‑critical environments—especially data centers.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Control Systems Engineering or similar.
• Expertise in BAS and EPMS platforms and PLC, such as Rockwell Studio 5000, Inductive Automation Ignition, Siemens, or Schneider, and industry standards like BACnet and Modbus.
• Experience with field instrumentation, industrial networking, system integration, panel design, and SCADA architectures used for environmental and electrical system monitoring.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to interface effectively with both technical teams and executive‑level clients, translating technical requirements into strategic solutions.
• Analytical mindset with advanced troubleshooting abilities, capable of resolving complex operational challenges and delivering innovative, reliable, and secure solutions.
• Flexibility and willingness to travel for project execution, FAT/SFAT, and commissioning activities.
• Knowledge of data center/mission‑critical commissioning requirements L1–L5.
• Experience with data center and mission‑critical greenfield construction.
• Interest in emerging control system technology and willingness to learn and contribute in a team environment.
• Proficient in using revision/version control systems (e.g., Git, SVN) to manage automation code, drawings, and configuration files.
• Project management experience is a plus.
• SCADA design and network engineering experience is a plus.

Our culture and commitment to our people is what sets us apart. We foster an environment of mutual respect, integrity, and unconditional interest in the individual and collective success of our professionals. As a Data Center Automation Engineer, you will build a meaningful and fulfilling career with professional development resources and mentorships, including our First Year Experience program, Individual Development Plans, and Career Path resources.

Location:

Denver, CO

Salary:
Approximate pay range $100,000–$150,000. Final compensation may vary based on a variety of factors.

Associate

Full‑time

Engineering and Information Technology