Lead Building Automation Controls Engineer

DataOne•Vineland, NJ

2d•$115,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

DataOne is hiring a Lead Building Automation Controls Engineer to support the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and reliability of Building Automation Systems (BAS) and HVAC controls at its Vineland data center. The role serves as a primary on-site technical resource, leading complex troubleshooting, coordinating controls-related maintenance, and supporting commissioning and system improvements. The engineer provides technical guidance to junior controls engineers and technicians and collaborates with Engineering, Facilities, IT, contractors, vendors, and management to maintain reliable critical systems. This is a full-time, on-site position in Vineland, New Jersey, with required shift coverage. Work takes place throughout the facility, including mechanical rooms, rooftops, and equipment spaces. The position may involve occasional after-hours support for emergencies, maintenance activities, and special projects in a 24/7 mission-critical environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 5 years of experience in building automation, HVAC controls, controls engineering, facility operations, or a related technical field.
Strong working knowledge of HVAC equipment, mechanical systems, and building automation operations.
Hands-on experience with DDC, building automation software, control sequences, and system troubleshooting.
Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills, including experience with sensors, actuators, controllers, and associated control devices.
Ability to read and interpret control drawings, wiring diagrams, sequences of operation, and mechanical/electrical plans.
Experience performing functional testing, control point verification, system inspections, and performance assessments.
Ability to independently troubleshoot complex technical issues, coordinate corrective actions, and provide technical guidance to other team members.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree, technical diploma, apprenticeship, or vocational training in Building Automation, HVAC, Electrical Technology, or a related field.
Experience with BAS platforms such as Siemens, Johnson Controls, Trane, Honeywell, Schneider Electric, Automated Logic, Distech, or Niagara Framework.
Advanced knowledge of HVAC systems, including AHUs, chillers, boilers, VAV systems, and CRAC/computer room cooling equipment.
Familiarity with BACnet, Modbus, LonWorks, and IP networking fundamentals.
Experience with commissioning, controls integration, or technical leadership in data centers, critical facilities, or similar high-availability environments.

Responsibilities

Lead daily monitoring, maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimization of BAS and HVAC controls.
Diagnose and resolve complex system alarms, equipment failures, control issues, and operational concerns involving mechanical and electrical systems.
Troubleshoot sensors, actuators, controllers, networked devices, and DDC systems, including control sequences and programming adjustments.
Perform and coordinate system inspections, functional testing, control point verification, calibration checks, and performance assessments.
Provide on-site technical leadership, prioritize controls-related work, and guide junior controls engineers and technicians.
Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance with Facilities, Engineering, vendors, and service providers.
Lead controls-related field activities for equipment upgrades, commissioning, system integrations, and operational improvement projects.
Review system trends, alarms, and performance data to identify recurring issues and recommend corrective actions.
Maintain technical documentation, including troubleshooting records, control drawings, sequences of operation, and maintenance reports.
Collaborate with Engineering, Facilities, IT, contractors, and management to resolve technical issues and support system reliability.