Job Description
Controls Engineer | Data Center & Critical Power | $150k - $165k
Are you a Controls Engineer with strong PLC, HMI, SCADA, and automation experience looking to work on complex critical infrastructure projects?
My client is seeking a Controls Engineer to lead the development, programming, and support of control systems across their products and projects. This is a hands-on engineering role focused on delivering safe, reliable, and efficient automation solutions within a fast-paced environment.
You’ll work closely with engineering, design, manufacturing, customers, suppliers, and external partners to develop control solutions and troubleshoot technical challenges from design through to delivery.
What You'll Do:
- Design, develop, and support PLC and HMI programming for complex control systems
- Review customer requirements and project specifications and translate them into effective technical solutions
- Support the development and integration of control systems across electrical and critical power equipment
- Troubleshoot and resolve design, manufacturing, quality, and field issues
- Work closely with engineering and cross-functional teams to keep projects on schedule and within budget
- Develop technical documentation, procedures, work instructions, and training materials
- Support customer projects from an engineering and technical perspective
- Provide field support and occasional domestic travel when required
- Stay up to date with emerging automation, controls, and industrial technologies
- Contribute to continuous improvement and new product development initiatives
Ideal Background:
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related technical discipline, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years of Controls Engineering, Automation, or related experience
- Strong hands-on experience with PLC and HMI programming
- Working knowledge of SCADA and industrial communication protocols, including Modbus and Ethernet-based protocols
- Experience coordinating technical aspects of customer projects
- Ability to interpret customer requirements and develop practical control solutions
- Experience with technical proposals, estimates, or project costing
- Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Preferred Background:
- Experience with SCADA, system integration, or industrial automation platforms
- Exposure to protective relays, automation devices, or configuration software
- Understanding of electrical, mechanical, and software engineering principles
- Experience within data centers, critical power, energy storage, renewable energy, utilities, or other mission-critical environments
- Experience working with complex power or electrical systems is highly desirable
This is a great opportunity for a Controls Engineer who wants to work at the intersection of automation, critical power, and next-generation data center infrastructure.
If you're open to hearing more, reach out to us directly or send me a message.