Control System Engineer – BMS​/PMS Mission Critical Data Centre

A little background on our Control System Team:

Haskoning have a dedicated Control system team specialising in providing expert technical advice to our global leading markets. We specialise in the feasibility, design, and specification of Building Management Systems (BMS) and Power Management Systems (PMS) within Mission Critical Data Centres.

In this versatile and dynamic role, you will produce the Control System design scopes on global data centre projects. Projects include both greenfield and brownfield projects.

Duties will include:

• Development of the Control Philosophy
• Undertake condition surveys of existing control systems and associated control instrumentation.
• Prepare survey reports that detail non-compliance with legislation and operational improvements required.
• Determination of the best design approach based on technical and commercial constraints.
• Supporting development of system architectures for industrial environments, including greenfield & brownfield C&I upgrades,
• Prepare designs for Control Systems from initial concepts through to developed designs.
• Prepare performance specifications.
• Prepare and assemble tender packages.
• Preparation of design deliverables including drawings, schedules, and datasheets
• Collaborate with project stakeholders to find the best technical solutions.
• Collaborate with our Revit Technicians to develop the associated 3D Revit model to meet the project requirements.
• Co-ordination the Control Systems scopes with other engineering disciplines.

The role will be based in our Newcastle office but will be hybrid in nature, incorporating office and home working. As our team is located throughout the UK travel between offices will be required to meet the project demands. The role may also require occasional travel to client offices / project sites both in the UK and overseas.

• Experience with in the data centres industry or a similar industry
• Experience with one or more of the following Control Systems:
  • Building Management Systems (BMS)
  • Power Management Systems (PMS)
  • Supervisory Control & Data Acquisition (SCADA)
  • Field Instrumentation selection and specification
• Experience with the development of design packages across the different stages of the design process
• Experience one or more of the following standards:
  • ISO 22237 –Information technology Data centre facilities and infrastructures
  • EN 50600 - Data Centre Certification
  • IEC 61850 - Power Management System
  • IEC 61508 - Functional safety of electrical / electronic / programmable electronic
  • IEC 61511 - Functional Safety:
    Safety Instrumented Systems for the Process
• Experience in standard Microsoft packages:
  Words, Excel, etc.
• Experience Autodesk products (viewing / mark ups)
• Understanding of the importance of project timescales and budgets, reports progress and hours promptly and accurately.
• Good interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication, organisational, analytical and time management skills.

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.

At Haskoning, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our mission of "Enhancing Society Together" drives us to create an environment that embraces everyone’s unique background, identity, and perspective. Regardless of your experience, background, age, gender, or other personal characteristics—you are welcome here. We believe that diversity makes us stronger and that an inclusive culture gives everyone the opportunity to grow and contribute.

Read more about our ED&I initiatives on our dedicated webpage.