Data Center Controls Subject Matter Expert
About The Position
Salute is a leading provider of cutting-edge Data Center Infrastructure Services, dedicated to serving data center clients worldwide. We pride ourselves on delivering sustainable solutions, unparalleled reliability, and outstanding customer service. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Data Center Controls Subject Matter Expert to join our team and drive our relationships with hyperscale clients to new heights. The Controls Subject Matter Expert is the foremost technical leader on control systems for their site. Subject Matter Experts serve as mentors to Critical Facility Engineers (CFE) in the field and the classroom. This is a hands-on role for a seasoned professional who is eager to share their knowledge. The ideal candidate for this role is dedicated to lifelong learning, takes ownership of their work, and exemplifies integrity in all that they do. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the essential duties and responsibilities listed below with or without reasonable accommodation. The requirements listed below are representative, but not all-inclusive, of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Requirements
- 8 years of experience in a control system role in a mission critical environment.
- A relevant ABET-accredited bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology may be substituted for up to 4 years of experience.
- Comprehensive experience performing control system operations, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs.
- Ability to interpret schematics and technical drawings.
- Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and fire suppression/alarm systems associated with mission critical environments.
- Basic familiarity with at least one computer programming language.
- Experience working in a highly collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
- Strong proficiency in the use of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Willingness and desire to achieve all the preferred qualifications below and continue your own professional development.
Nice To Haves
- ABET-accredited bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology
- BMS, BAS, EPMS, and PLC certifications issued by the OEM
- CompTIA Network+ certification
- ISA Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST)
- BICSI certifications (various)
- Data Center Certified Associate (DCCA) or Certified Mission Critical Operator (CMCO)
- Familiarity with BACnet and Modbus communications protocol
- Familiarity with the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model
- Background in the data center industry
Responsibilities
- Optimize the reliability and performance of the control systems (BMS, EPMS, PLC, and telemetry) within our data centers.
- Enhance the team’s ability to operate, maintain, and repair control systems.
- Oversee the preparation, execution, and quality control for all work on control systems.
- Develop and maintain operating procedures (SOP/MOP/EOP).
- Lead the Root Cause Analysis (RCA) process for control system events, faults, and issues.
- Manage the vendor relationships which provide support for our control systems.
- Train CFEs on control system fundamentals during their initial qualification process.
- Deliver formal classroom training on control systems to the Data Center Operations team.
- Drive standardization initiatives to include device configurations, BMS/EPMS/PLC programming, setpoints, alarms, and hardware selection.
- Foster a collaborative team culture built on mutual respect and a shared mission to be the best data center operators in our industry.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
