Controls Engineer-Data Center

Barry-Wehmiller • Columbus, OH

148d • $100,000 - $150,000

About The Position

As a Data Center Automation Engineer at Design Group, you will join a committed team of over 1500 professionals and work directly with clients to deliver innovative automation and monitoring solutions for mission-critical data center environments. You will be part of a rapidly growing business, empowered to make an impact, and supported by leaders dedicated to your success and fulfillment. Your role will involve engineering, designing, and programming Building Automation Systems (BAS) and Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS), contributing to the technical direction and standards for these systems, and championing innovation in BAS/EPMS technologies.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive engineering experience in building automation and electrical power monitoring systems.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Control Systems Engineering or similar.
• Expertise in BAS and EPMS platforms and PLC, such as Rockwell Studio 5000 and Inductive Automation Ignition.
• Experience with field instrumentation, industrial networking, system integration, and SCADA architectures.
• Exceptional communication skills to interface with technical teams and executive-level clients.
• Analytical mindset with advanced troubleshooting abilities.
• Flexibility and willingness to travel for project execution and commissioning activities.
• Knowledge of datacenter commissioning requirements L1-L5.
• Experience with datacenter and mission critical greenfield construction.
• Proficient in using revision/version control systems (e.g., Git, SVN).

Nice To Haves

• Project management experience.
• SCADA design and network engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Engineer, design, and program Data Center Building Automation Systems (BAS) and Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS).
• Execute the full lifecycle of complex BAS and EPMS projects from requirements gathering to implementation and client turnover.
• Guide teams on BAS and EPMS designs and standards for diverse clients and projects.
• Develop enterprise-wide standards and best practices for building automation and power monitoring.
• Translate technical needs into engineered solutions and build long-term client relationships.
• Evaluate emerging tools, protocols, and strategies to improve system resilience and energy efficiency.

Benefits

• Professional development resources and mentorships.
• Individual Development Plans and Career Path resources.
• Flexible working environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees