Controls Engineer - Data Center Infrastructure Design & Engineering

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• Design, develop, and implement control systems for data center mechanical, electrical, and building management systems
• Program and configure PLCs using Schneider Electric Modicon, Rockwell Allen-Bradley, and Siemens systems
• Develop SCADA applications using Aveva System Platform, Ignition, and other HMI/supervisory systems
• Design control panel layouts and specify hardware components including I/O modules, communication interfaces, and safety systems
• Specify instrumentation including sensors, transmitters, actuators, and control valves to meet system performance requirements
• Configure communication networks using OPC-UA, Modbus TCP/IP, MQTT, and Ethernet-IP
• Ensure proper integration between control systems and enterprise networks while maintaining security boundaries
• Develop and maintain interface specifications between control systems and external systems
• Create comprehensive technical documentation including P&IDs, control narratives, sequence of operations, and testing procedures
• Develop and maintain control system standards and specifications
• Document system architectures, communication protocols, and integration requirements
• Create commissioning and startup procedures for control systems deployment
• Maintain accurate as‑built documentation and configuration management records
• Evaluate emerging control technologies and assess their applicability to data center operations
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices in industrial automation and building controls

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Controls, Mechanical) or equivalent practical experience with 7+ years in control systems design and implementation
• Demonstrated expertise in PLC programming (Ladder Logic, Function Block, Structured Text) and SCADA/HMI development using industrial platforms
• Experience with industrial automation, critical facilities, or data center environments including instrumentation selection and control system integration
• Working knowledge of industrial communication protocols (OPC-UA, Modbus TCP/IP, MQTT, Ethernet-IP) and network configuration principles
• Data driven problem‑solving abilities with concise documentation skills and ability to work effectively in cross‑functionallin

• 10+ years in data center, critical facilities, or mission‑critical infrastructure with knowledge of building automation systems and energy management
• Experience with manufacturing environments, equipment deployment processes, commissioning activities, and large‑scale system rollouts across multiple facilities
• Professional Engineering (PE) license, vendor certifications (Schneider, Rockwell, Siemens), industry certifications (ISA automation, building commissioning), or networking certifications (CCNA, CCNP, CompTIA Network+)
• Experience with cybersecurity frameworks for industrial control systems, DCIM platforms, and advanced control strategies (optimization algorithms, predictive control)
• Knowledge of relevant codes and standards (ASHRAE, NFPA, IEEE, ISA) including networking standards (IEEE 802.3, TIA/EIA-568, ISO/IEC 11801) and experience with hyperscale infrastructure or large‑scale industrial operations

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$167,000/year to $230,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits