Data Center Controls Engineer

SDC Technology Services, L.L.C. is an industry-leading company in the internet sector, specializing in Data Center solutions. As a Data Center Controls Engineer, you will be a key member of the team responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the controls systems for our Data Centers. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a cutting-edge environment, ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our facilities.
At SDC Technology Services, we take pride in our commitment to providing great people and great facilities. With a broad spectrum of solutions, our goal is to deliver unique infrastructure solutions that meet our customers' needs. Our successful track record of development projects and immediate availability in major US markets has made us a trusted partner in the industry.
As a Data Center Controls Engineer, you will be responsible for maintaining and optimizing the controls systems that operate our Data Centers. This includes programming and troubleshooting various control systems, including HVAC, electrical, and fire suppression systems. You will work closely with the facilities team to ensure that all systems are operating efficiently and meet our high standards for uptime and reliability.
This position is 100% remote and would be preferred in the following local markets: Chicago, Dallas, San Antonio and Phoenix. Travel is expected to be between 20-30% to regional Data Center site across the U.S. as needed.
Key Job Responsibilities:

• Building Management System (BMS) and Electrical Power Monitoring System (EPMS) design and deployment coordination.
• Ensuring PLC systems are designed to meet the specific requirements of our Data Centers and are properly installed, configured, monitored, and maintained.
• Deliver consistent standards for Data Center control systems, which includes a basis of design, OPRs, SOOs, point and alert lists, graphics, dashboards, reporting, training, and scope of work documentation.
• Act as the bridge between design consultants, BMS vendors, and IT departments to ensure seamless and reliable Building Management System (BMS) implementation in both new Data Center deployments and retrofit projects.
• Developing and documenting owner and tenant requirements for the control and monitoring systems.
• Oversee diagram and screen development for controls, network, BMS, EPMS, workflows, and processes.
• Implementing requirements through design, construction, testing, commissioning, and operations.
• Innovate new solutions to support initiative, team, and company goals.
• Interface with vendors, teams, and customers.
• Help develop a site start-up process of integrated control systems.
• Work with our contractors and vendors to develop intelligent control systems and ensure optimal electrical and mechanical performance.
• Create robust algorithms that safeguard system stability and prevent disruptions.
• Evaluate and propose strategies to optimize the interplay of electrical and mechanical systems for enhanced Data Center performance and stability.
• Evaluate and propose strategies to optimize the interplay of electrical and mechanical systems for enhanced Data Center performance and stability.
• Act as the bridge between design consultants, BMS vendors, and IT departments to ensure seamless and reliable Building Management System (BMS) implementation in both new Data Center deployments and retrofit projects.
• Travel when needed to manage and/or support project initiatives (up to 20%).

Qualifications

• Proficient with Ignition, ideally with Core or Gold Certification.
• Knowledge of communication protocols, including Modbus, BACnet, MQTT, OPC
• Working knowledge of PLC architecture and configuration
• Has designed or contributed to the design of Controls and Monitoring solution projects.
• Project management experience focused on Data Center or critical environments or projects.
• B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related engineering degrees or five (5) years of related experience in professional Environments. Exhibit ability to acquire hard data across technical organizations, assemble and maintain hard data metrics to communicate, project and evaluate outcomes.
• Proficient in all aspects of engineering documentation, including control drawings, BoMs, GUI/functional specs, and sequences of operations.
• Experience with the use and programming of software in building management systems
• Experience with the use and programming of electrical power monitoring systems (Schneider, Eaton preferred).
• Knowledge of Data Center Facilities Infrastructure and operation (PDU, UPS, Generators, etc.)
• Must be able to operate with little to no supervision.
• Drive for results in Project management, organization and problem-solving skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks under pressure.
• Proficiency in computer applications such as SQL, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project.
• 10+ years of experience directly related to Data Center design, construction, operations, and/or facility maintenance.
• Direct experience with design or construction administration of electrical distribution systems ranging from low to high voltage.
• Direct experience with delivering modular Data Centers design projects, including procurement and commissioning of facilities.
• Basic multidisciplinary knowledge of mission critical systems, design process, pre-construction requirements and the construction process
• Knowledge of industry standards, environmental codes, building codes and safety standards including International Building Code
• Ability to communicate complex technical issues to senior leadership or non-engineers, develop basic business case financial projections and create performance metrics.
• Grasp the fundamentals of electrical power, proficient in calculations for single and 3-phase circuits, interpreting intricate electrical and control diagrams.
• Working Knowledge of SharePoint, BIM/Revit, Salesforce and Procore software

The pay range for this role is between $120,000 - $160,000 (base). Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, location, and other job-related reasons. Stream Data Centers offers annual bonus, benefits, flexible time off (vacation), 401k and a variety of other perks and benefits.
Stream is an equal-opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of ethnicity, race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, military status, or any other reason prohibited by law. Note: Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.