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Controls Engineer

Memphis, TNOnsite5+ YOE
Summary

Controls Engineer implements and optimizes data center control systems including BMS, EPMS, SCADA, PLCs, and HMIs to ensure stability and efficiency. Requires 5+ years experience, bachelor's in engineering, Ignition SCADA, and Siemens TIA Portal proficiency.

About the role

Responsibilities

  • Executing the implementation and modification of Building Management System (BMS), Electrical Power Management System (EPMS), and any other SCADA systems critical for the operation of current and future data centers
  • Overseeing the operation of critical systems such as chillers, pumps, and power distribution, using PLCs and other industrial control technologies
  • Preparing specifications for Human-machine Interface (HMI) including graphics standard for interpretation by Grok
  • Implementing and maintaining automated controls for fire safety and emergency shutdown procedures (ESOP)
  • Developing a corporate-level reporting dashboard to monitor the operational trends such as power usage effectiveness (PUE) and performance/cost, and dynamically adjust the infrastructure set points for optimal performance
  • Coordinating with utility providers to automate demand and operational responses to upstream grid events

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering discipline: Controls and Computer Control Systems, Computer Science, Mechatronic Engineering, Automation Engineering, etc., or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years of experience as a hands-on Controls Engineer working with industrial control systems
  • Ignition SCADA Programming Experience
  • Siemens TIA Portal PLC Programming Experience

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to work for extended periods of time standing, when needed
  • Work is often performed in tight quarters and physical dexterity is necessary to perform job functions
  • Comfortable working in an environment requiring exposure to noise
  • Ability to lift or carry 10-15lbs
  • Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed

Preferred Qualifications

  • Advanced proficiency in programming industrial equipment in all IEC 61131-3 languages with a focus on structured text and ladder logic
  • Experience with industrial control hardware from leading manufacturers (e.g. Siemens, SEL, Rockwell)
  • Familiarity with Human Machine Interface (HMI / GUI) development using platforms such as Ignition, SEL, etc
  • Methodical troubleshooting approach
  • Strong documentation and communication skill set
  • Technical project management mindset
  • Team-player, takes initiative, and highly motivated
Skills
Ignition SCADASiemens TIA PortalPLC ProgrammingSCADABMSEPMSHMIIEC 61131-3Structured TextLadder LogicRockwellSEL
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