Electrical Power Monitoring System Design (EPMS) Engineer
About The Position
Engineering data centers with precision and expertise. At Strategic Mission Critical, we are more than just engineers; we are experts focusing solely on mission critical facilities. Our seasoned leadership team brings together decades of experience, equipping data center providers worldwide with robust, reliable solutions that keep pace with the evolving digital landscape. As demand for high-performance infrastructure accelerates - fueled by AI and the expanding digital landscape - SMC continues to lead through technical rigor and operational excellence. We’re seeking leaders who think beyond projects to improve the way we deliver them: individuals who elevate people, process, and performance across the firm. The Building Management System Design Engineer will be responsible for the design and technical development of Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS) and control sequences for mission critical facilities. This role focuses on developing control system strategies that ensure reliability and redundancy as required by the project while supporting seamless integration with other building systems.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in Electrical Power Monitoring Systems design, preferably within consulting or mission critical environments.
- Strong understanding of Branch Circuit Monitoring Systems (BCMS) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC).
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology. Candidates with significant relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of one of these degrees.
- Knowledge of control communication protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, and TCP/IP.
- Knowledge of PLC based Electrical Power Monitoring Systems.
- Experience with Division 25 and 26 specifications.
- Knowledge of electrical power systems including distribution equipment, generators, UPS, and similar equipment in the context of monitoring and integration.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly describe complex control sequences.
Nice To Haves
- Experience solely in the context of manufacturing or process automation is not preferred
Responsibilities
- Develop detailed control system design documents, including sequences of operation, network architecture diagrams and points lists.
- Create project-related EPMS specifications.
- Define integration strategies between EPMS, PLCs, mechanical and electrical systems, and third-party monitoring platforms.
- Specify control panel requirements, I/O requirements, and communication protocols for all equipment.
- Coordinate closely with electrical equipment manufacturers to ensure monitoring requirements are coordinated with equipment designs.
- Collaborate with internal electrical engineers to ensure system logic aligns with owner design requirements.
- Collaborate with internal and/or external stakeholders to ensure network architecture and cabling requirements are incorporated into overall project requirements.
- Develop and maintain company-wide standards for EPMS design, details, and documentation templates.
- Participate in design coordination meetings and technical workshops with clients, vendors, and commissioning agents.
- Assist clients with evaluation and selection of control system integrators.
- Conduct QA/QC reviews to validate drawings, sequences, and integration details before issuance.
- Conduct site visits to gather existing system information, review construction work in progress, and confirm installed conditions are in compliance with contract document requirements.
Benefits
- 36-hour standard work week
- Hybrid working arrangement
- 13 paid holidays
- 100% coverage of medical, health, and dental insurance premiums for our full-time employees
- Reimbursement of professional licensing costs
- Spouse and family insurance premiums are subsidized by SMC
- Employer-sponsored life and long-term disability insurance
- Participation in our 401(k) plan, with annual safe harbor contribution
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
