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Data Center Controls Engineer

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New York, NY

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$110,000–$180,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Automation, Building Systems, Commissioning, Construction, Consulting, Control Engineering, Control Systems, Customer Relations, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Energy & Utilities, Energy Consulting, Engineer in Training (EIT), Engineering Consulting, Equity Securities, HVAC, Identify Issues, Leadership, Legal, Mechanical Engineering, Network Operations Center, Performance Analysis, Performance Engineering, Performance Management, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Professional Engineer, Property Management, Retro, Retrofit, Service Delivery, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Switchgear, Systems Analysis, Systems Engineering, Team Building, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical Support, Vendor/Supplier Relations, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
New York, NY
POSTED
Today
Data Center Controls Engineer (Remote/Travel)

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Salary: $110,000 - $180,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are industry leading Engineering Firm providing engineering leadership and innovative solutions for complex building, energy, and utility projects. From enhanced patient outcomes to climate-sensitive energy supply, we deliver high-performance engineered systems that positively impact society and help improve the world. We serve our clients and support our employees with integrity and humility, displaying project leadership excellence unique to our Firm. We develop creative and effective solutions to meet our employee’s and clients’ needs, creating a culture that acknowledges achievements and encourages professional development while providing challenging project work and career Advancement. With over 20 locations nationwide, our Team is committed to nurturing a culture of inclusion by building a diverse team and investing in equity across our organization. We believe diverse teams lead to better ideas, greater innovation, and more success in our careers, and with our clients. Our goal is to provide an equal representation of varying perspectives in decision-making positions at all levels of our organization, actively working to meet the needs of our candidates and team members.

Why join us?

Benefits:
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Competitive Bonus and Stock Options Package
  • Complete Benefits Package
  • Flexible Schedule
  • H1B Transfer
  • Accelerated Career Growth


Job Details

Data Center Controls Engineer (Remote with Travel)

We are seeking a Data Center Controls Engineer to support mission-critical facilities projects across a national portfolio. This role focuses on the design, implementation, and optimization of control systems for data center infrastructure, including mechanical and electrical systems. The position is primarily remote with periodic travel to client sites for commissioning, assessments, and stakeholder coordination. Our firm delivers engineering consulting services across energy, infrastructure, and building systems, with a strong emphasis on controls, automation, and performance optimization. – Compensation – $110-$180K+ Depending years of Experience, Certifications, etc.

DUTIES
– Design, review, and optimize Building Management Systems (BMS) and Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS) for data centers
– Develop and validate sequence of operations (SOO) for HVAC and critical power systems
– Support commissioning, troubleshooting, and performance tuning of controls systems
– Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and construction teams on new builds and retrofits
– Analyze system performance and recommend improvements for efficiency, reliability, and uptime
– Provide technical support and interface with clients, vendors, and integrators.
– Data center controls roles commonly involve BMS/EPMS oversight, troubleshooting, and coordination across HVAC and power systems.

QUALIFICATIONS
– Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
– 2–7+ years of experience in controls, BAS/BMS, or mission-critical facilities (data center experience a plus)
– Working knowledge of HVAC systems, power systems, and automation controls
– Experience with one or more:
· BACnet, Modbus, or similar protocols
· BMS platforms (e.g., Tridium Niagara, Siemens, Schneider, Johnson Controls)
· SCADA or industrial controls environments

PREFERRED, NOT REQUIRED
– Experience with data center infrastructure (chillers, CRAH/CRAC, UPS, generators, switchgear)
– Certifications such as:
· Certified Energy Manager (CEM)
· Niagara Certification (Tridium)
· PE (Professional Engineer) or EIT
· Certified Automation Professional (CAP)
– Familiarity with commissioning or retro-commissioning processes

ADDITIONAL DETAILS
– Remote-first role with ~20–40% travel (project dependent)
– Opportunity to work on high-profile, mission-critical infrastructure projects
– Collaborative, client-facing consulting environment with growth potential

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COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2018
WEBSITE
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