Senior Controls Engineer

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

📋 Description

• Oversee the design and technical assessment of the data center Building Management System (BMS), encompassing chilled water plant/HVAC controls, PLCs, Remote I/O, EPMS, and Ignition SCADA.

• Formulate BMS specifications, controls architecture, operational sequences, instrumentation criteria, graphic standards, points lists, network diagrams, schematics, and integration prerequisites.

• Create and uphold company-wide BMS design standards, specifications, templates for startup and commissioning tests, as well as instrumentation criteria.

• Establish criteria for alarms, trending, data retention, user access, cybersecurity measures, and system reporting.

• Evaluate vendor proposals, scopes, change orders, designs, specifications, submittals, and recommendations.

• Provide technical guidance to contractors, integrators, vendors, and consultants; ensure quality in design and construction, adherence to schedule, proper documentation, and resolution of issues.

• Facilitate BMS integration across mechanical, electrical, low voltage/telecom, fire protection, security, and IT systems.

• Assist in BMS installation, programming, startup, testing, commissioning, and resolution of field issues.

• Conduct site inspections and quality assessments; confirm system functionality with commissioning, operations, engineering, and construction teams.

• Manage the transition of BMS from construction to operational status and ensure that documentation, backups, training materials, and operational files are complete.

• Troubleshoot, tune, optimize, and conduct root-cause analysis for BMS systems within active data centers.

• Analyze operational data to enhance efficiency, reliability, and capacity planning.

• Draft and maintain Methods of Procedure related to BMS installation, operation, and maintenance.

• Collaborate across disciplines on electrical integration, feasibility studies, cost models, sustainability initiatives, energy efficiency, and cooling innovations.

• Prepare and maintain engineering documentation, technical reports, summaries, recommendations, and commissioning records.

⛳️ Requirements

• At least 8 years of experience in the design and implementation of chiller plant and HVAC controls and EPMS within mission-critical/data center settings.

• Hands-on experience in leading and executing BMS design, construction, commissioning, and operational support.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.

• EIT or PE license is preferred.

• Proficient in designing, programming, and operating data center PLC-based BMS, including chiller plant and HVAC system control, EPMS, and SCADA systems.

• Familiarity with Ignition SCADA software from Inductive Automation.

• Proficient in programming and configuring PLCs; experience with Allen-Bradley is preferred.

• Knowledge of BMS network communications: Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP/IP, Modbus RTU, and BACnet.

• Ability to lead and mentor a BMS/controls engineering team.

• Exceptional problem-solving abilities for diagnosing BMS challenges and proposing solutions.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Capacity to collaborate effectively across engineering, construction, and operations teams.

• Keen attention to detail, strong documentation practices, and project follow-through.

• Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment with numerous ongoing projects.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary with opportunities for career growth and advancement.

• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO).

• Ten paid company holidays and paid sick leave.

• 401(k) plan with company contribution.

• Opportunities for professional development and learning support.

• A collaborative and inclusive workplace culture.