Senior Control System Designer, Data Centers

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

📋 Description

• Develop automation and SCADA systems for mechanical and electrical infrastructures for intricate data center and mission-critical projects.

• Collaborate with mechanical designers to create control sequences, diagrams, and points lists.

• Work with electrical designers to establish network architectures and points lists for electrical distribution and conditioning systems.

• Partner with ICT designers on structured Ethernet cabling interfaces.

• Design robust OT networks utilizing Ethernet and serial technologies with wireless, fiber, and copper mediums.

• Create a basis of design for BAS, PLC, and PMS controllers, instrumentation, and software, including datasheets.

• Develop and customize controls, instrumentation, cybersecurity, and power monitoring technical specifications.

• Implement contemporary control system protocols and network prerequisites.

• Ensure adherence to US codes and engineering standards.

• Utilize templated models, tracking and justifying deviations from client models.

• Collaborate with other disciplines to achieve cohesive designs.

• Work alongside global AECOM teams on high-profile data center initiatives.

• Oversee project schedules and budgets in a proactive, client-facing capacity.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree with 8+ years of pertinent experience or proven equivalency of experience and/or education.

• Minimum of four years as an Instrumentation and Control Engineer (I&C) or controls contractor responsible for creating controls submittals.

• Familiarity with BAS and PLC control system platforms.

• Knowledge of Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (PMS/EPMS).

• Proven experience with colocation and hyperscale data center projects.

• Background in data center or other mission-critical environments.

• Understanding of US codes and standards.

• Experience with Operational Technology Networks.

• Proficient with SCADA platforms and defining technical cybersecurity specifications.

• Acquainted with BAS, EPMS, and PLC protocols, including Modbus, BACnet, and EtherNet/IP.

• Capability to verify compliance with relevant US codes and engineering standards/practices.

• Willingness to work flexible hours for project meetings and calls.

• Ability to manage schedules and budget expectations, multitask, adapt to project deadlines, and collaborate effectively.

• Sponsorship is available for this position.

🏝️ Benefits

• Fully remote work schedule with flexible working arrangements.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Life, AD&D, and disability insurance.

• Paid time off and leaves of absence.

• Optional benefits and perks.

• Resources for well-being.

• Employee assistance program.

• Business travel insurance.

• Service recognition awards.

• Retirement savings plan.

• Employee stock purchase program.

• Award-winning training and development initiatives.

• Scheduled periodic travel in advance for client meetings, project milestones, onsite collaboration sessions, or essential business activities.

• In-person onboarding on Day 1 at an AECOM office location.