Control Systems Analyst I

GrayMatter Systems • Tulsa, OK

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Who is GrayMatter
We’re the Thinkers who make machines speak.
We’re the Doers who make their stories matter.

At GrayMatter, we uncover the industrial intelligence buried in clipboards, legacy systems, and human memory. We discover it, transform it, and turn it into insight.
From the drill press to the boardroom, we help you think smarter and do better—by listening to the machines you already trust.

And that’s where you come in.

GrayMatter is dedicated to creating a team of unmatched talent in industrial technology. Our organizational culture encourages opportunities to learn and collaborate. Six core values make Team GrayMatter stand above the rest: Bias to Action, Batteries Included, Unbounded Curiosity, Everybody Wins, Built to Last, Actionable Insight.

We are seeking a Control Systems Analyst I to support startup and commissioning activities on active data center construction projects. This role executes field-level controls work across commissioning Levels 2 through 5 (L2–L5), including point-to-point checkout, network startup, instrumentation calibration, SCADA integration, and PLC programming. The Control Systems Analyst I plays a critical role in ensuring mechanical, electrical, building, and power management systems are integrated, validated, and turned over successfully while maintaining quality and safety standards. This position is highly mobile and onsite-focused, supporting commissioning teams wherever additional project support is needed.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Controls Systems Technology or equivalent required
• 0–2 years of experience in controls and commissioning environments
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English
• Moderate level of general computer knowledge and technical proficiency
• Strong customer service mindset and attention to detail
• Organized work habits and strong problem-solving abilities

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to power and building management systems preferred
• Hands-on experience with PLC and SCADA integration preferred
• Experience calibrating and commissioning instrumentation and network equipment preferred
• Ability and willingness to travel extensively, including overnight travel as needed (approximately 90%)

Responsibilities

• Support point-to-point (P2P) checkout, functional performance testing (FPT), and system validation during commissioning activities
• Monitor and validate data accuracy, alarms, trends, and system responses to ensure proper system functionality and reliability
• Assist with integration and coordination between mechanical, electrical, and controls systems to ensure seamless operation across platforms
• Configure, test, and validate control system databases, graphics, and alarming strategies
• Support development and execution of commissioning procedures, test scripts, and documentation validation
• Identify and document system deficiencies, control gaps, and performance issues while tracking items through resolution
• Collaborate with engineers, commissioning teams, and field technicians to resolve issues and improve system performance
• Assist with network configuration and troubleshooting including IP addressing and communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, Modbus, and BACnet
• Support vendor coordination and system startups to ensure proper integration and performance of third-party equipment
• Maintain and organize technical documentation including redlines, as-builts, and system configurations
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts including controls standardization, naming conventions, and best practices
• Complete required documentation including timecards and expense reports in a timely manner
• Attend and participate in required meetings and perform additional duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning day one of employment
• Employer-paid short-term disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match
• Paid holidays, paid time off, paid sick leave, and paid parental leave
• Additional benefits available including long-term disability, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, EAP, telemedicine, HSA, and FSA

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree