Senior Controls Engineer; MCF​/Data Centres

Our Mission Critical Facilities (MCF) team is internationally recognised for delivering high-performance, resilient and sustainable data centre solutions for hyperscale, colocation and enterprise clients.

As Southeast Asia continues to experience rapid digital infrastructure growth, we are strengthening our regional MCF leadership capability and are seeking an experienced Senior Controls Engineer to drive technical excellence and delivery performance across major developments in APAC.

The role is open to candidates based in either Ho Chi Minh City or Jakarta. Given the regional nature of the position, periodic travel between both locations will be expected.

As a Senior Controls Engineer, you will lead the design and delivery of Building Management Systems (BMS) and Power Management Systems (PMS) for mission‑critical data centre projects. You’ll work with multidisciplinary teams, develop technical solutions, and ensure all designs meet industry standards and client requirements across both greenfield and brownfield projects.

• Lead development of the Controls Philosophy and overall control system design.
• Produce complete Controls design packages for global projects.
• Conduct condition surveys on existing control systems and instrumentation.
• Prepare reports outlining legislative non‑compliance and improvement actions.
• Determine optimal design approaches balancing technical and commercial factors.
• Support system architecture development for greenfield and brownfield C&I upgrades.
• Create Control System designs from concept to detailed design, including performance specifications.
• Produce design deliverables—drawings, schedules, datasheets.
• Coordinate Control Systems scope with other engineering disciplines.
• Collaborate with Revit Technicians and oversee development of 3D Revit models.
• Coordinate network infrastructure requirements with Network Infrastructure Engineers.
• Prepare and review tender documents, specifications, and BOQs.
• Support construction and commissioning phases, including reviewing submittals, responding to queries, and conducting site visits.
• Participate in testing and commissioning, up to Integrated Systems Testing.

At Haskoning, you will join an independent, employee‑owned international consultancy that combines engineering, design, and consultancy services with software and technology. Our mission, "Enhancing Society Together", drives us to create a positive impact on the world. We offer purpose‑driven and challenging work in diverse international projects, leveraging our 140+ years of expertise. With over 6,800 employees in more than 25 countries, we work together to turn challenges into opportunities and make a real impact on society.

We collaborate with leading clients in markets such as infrastructure, climate resilience, renewable energy, decarbonisation of industry, and sustainable mobility.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Process Automation, Mechatronics, Systems Design Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Consulting experience in data centres or similar industries.
• 5+ years as a Controls Engineer in an MCF environment, ideally data centres.
• Strong HVAC process automation knowledge.
• Experience with SCADA, BMS/PMS/DCIM systems and emerging tech (AI, ML).
• Familiarity with ISO 22237, EN 50600, and related legislation.
• Proficient with Autodesk tools (viewing/mark‑ups).
• Excellent English communication skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and time‑management abilities.
• Able to work independently and travel as needed.

• Knowledge of NOCs, SOCs, and site radio systems.

• Competitive regional compensation package
• Private health insurance for you and your family
• Accident insurance for employees
• Opportunities to lead major hyperscale and colocation data centre projects
• Integration into a globally recognised Mission Critical Facilities (MCF) team
• Exposure to international clients and cross‑border collaboration
• A clear leadership pathway within a fast‑growing APAC platform
• Flexible working arrangements
• Extensive training and lifelong learning opportunities

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