Lead Control Systems Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Provide leadership, expertise, and delegation for construction document deliverables related to BAS, EPMS, and software integration design projects.

• Act as the client program lead, project trade lead, and subject matter expert for the BAS and EPMS scopes.

• Develop client standards, basis of design, feasibility studies, and building automation roadmaps.

• Spearhead integration designs for DDC- and PLC-based BAS and EPMS systems.

• Design controls network/system architecture, including IT/OT requirements.

• Select instrumentation, sensors, actuators, valves, and other field devices.

• Coordinate with equipment, system, and product vendors regarding building automation interface requirements.

• Create and review project documentation, including specifications, sequences of operations, system diagrams, and point/alarm lists.

• Collaborate with client IT departments on network design, interface details, and security requirements.

• Direct engineering production activities with both internal and external Revit/BIM resources.

• Lead the preparation of BAS construction document submittal packages and construction support activities.

• Facilitate BAS-focused design reviews and page turns.

• Engage in quality-control and peer review processes.

• Lead both internal and external project meetings concerning engineering scope.

• Manage project-related communications, reporting, and personal hours.

• Prepare progress reports for both internal and external stakeholders.

• Oversee team objectives, departmental projects, employee inquiries, performance evaluations, and one-on-one meetings.

• Direct, coach, mentor, and develop team members effectively.

• Resolve team conflicts while fostering collaboration.

• Manage resources, task assignments, and prioritization effectively.

• Assist with team hiring and recruitment efforts.

• Complete assigned tasks and deliverables punctually and within budget.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction, or a related field, or six years of hands-on experience in installation, testing, validation, and troubleshooting of controls infrastructure.

• Minimum of eight additional years of experience in BAS and EPMS design.

• At least half of the experience should be with hyperscale or colocation data center projects, or other critical infrastructure markets.

• Advanced skills in guiding clients through BAS project designs, including standards, needs analysis, and option evaluation.

• Proficiency with MS Office Suite: Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams.

• Familiarity with Revit and AutoCAD.

• Expertise in designing BAS and EPMS packages.

• Understanding of construction design processes, stakeholders, and deliverables.

• Knowledge of code requirements and energy guidelines related to BAS designs.

• Familiarity with data center HVAC applications and BAS control strategies, including chilled water plants.

• Knowledge of IoT and smart building solutions.

• Understanding of networking concepts, including addressing, VLANs, LANs, switches, and routers.

• Familiarity with OT protocols: BACnet, Modbus, SNMP, and MQTT.

• Knowledge of DDC systems utilized in building automation designs.

• Understanding of PLC systems used in building automation designs.

• Ability to leverage AI and emerging technologies effectively.

• Capability to work successfully in a remote environment.

• Adherence to company and site safety requirements.

• Strong analytical skills for preparing documents, reports, and correspondence.

• Effective oral and written communication skills for conveying technical and non-technical information.

• Ability to communicate directly with clients and serve as the primary client contact when necessary.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team with moderate supervision.

• Capacity to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

• Ability to plan and delegate work to others.

• Capability to mentor and train junior engineers.

• Willingness to travel up to 20% to any or all 50 U.S. states.

• Valid REAL ID or an acceptable alternative, such as a passport, for business air travel after May 7, 2025.

🏝️ Benefits

• A selection of comprehensive medical plans, which include two PPO-style options and an HDHP with HSA option.

• Dental and vision insurance plans.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits available for spouse/domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26.

• 401(k) plan with company match and an option for a self-directed brokerage account.

• Paid time off (PTO), including additional paid time off during the last week of the year.

• Company-paid life insurance for employees and eligible dependents.

• Coverage for short- and long-term disability.

• Accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Tuition reimbursement for further education.

• Assistance with professional licensing.

• Paid parental leave after one year of employment.