Mechanical Controls Engineer

Pkaza•Ashburn, VA

About The Position

The Mechanical Controls Engineer will lead the design, implementation, integration, and commissioning of controls and Building Automation Systems (BAS) for mechanical and HVAC equipment in data centers and other mission-critical facilities. The role includes designing new systems and upgrading existing automation systems for HVAC and critical cooling equipment, and may involve startup, commissioning, and validation. The engineer will collaborate with Electrical and Mechanical Engineering teams on sequences of operation and equipment power requirements, and work with controls vendors and project stakeholders across design and delivery. The position is available in Ashburn, Virginia; Dallas, Texas; Phoenix, Arizona; Los Angeles, California; Cedar Rapids, Iowa; White Plains, New York; New York City, New York; or remotely. Travel may be 5–10% for those located near a jobsite.

Requirements

Five to ten or more years of experience with building monitoring, building control, or building automation systems (BMS/BCM/BAS).
Data center engineering experience involving automation and controls.
Experience integrating PLC/ALC systems with complex data center or mission-critical facilities.
Experience with PLC/ALC programming.
Experience designing controls for critical HVAC equipment such as chillers, air handlers, CRAC/CRAH units, and boilers.
Experience with common BAS protocols, including BACnet IP, BACnet MSTP, Modbus RTU, and Modbus TCP.
Ability to read and audit one-lines, blueprints, CAD drawings, and controls diagrams.
Skill in reviewing design drawings and equipment submittals.
Client-facing experience and ability to serve as a primary client contact when needed.
Ability to work independently, self-start, and prioritize effectively.
Effective oral and written communication with technical and nontechnical audiences.
Proactive, resourceful, able to delegate and multitask, and exceptionally organized with attention to detail.
Ability to complete assignments accurately and on time.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams.
Strong analytical, planning, and problem-resolution skills.
Knowledge of general computer hardware and software applications.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Engineering or a relevant degree.
Professional Engineer (PE) or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) license, or relevant certifications.
Experience with controls products from Johnson Controls/JCI, Siemens, Automated Logic, Honeywell, GE Control Systems, or Schneider Electric.

Responsibilities

Execute and lead automation design teams for complex scopes, coordinating activities with other disciplines.
Mentor mechanical engineers and assist with training on controls design and development.
Design and implement front-end platforms for HVAC controls.
Develop and improve configuration, programming, networking, and diagnostic standards.
Engineer and implement programming, including creating or modifying logic to meet sequences of operation, methods of procedure, and other project requirements.
Design controls, monitoring, and systems integration for HVAC and mechanical equipment and systems.
Maintain and deploy updated application versions for existing control systems, working autonomously with high-level project instruction.
Lead controls design for centralized chilled-water and condenser-water plants and other systems.
Review engineered shop drawings and submittals, including sequences of operation, installation drawings, and point lists.
Participate in building-automation-focused design reviews.
Assist with the design, configuration, programming, diagnostics, and troubleshooting of BAS networks.
Understand IT/OT interface requirements, including routers, switches, and network addressing.
Assess, recommend, and implement industry best practices for new and existing critical-environment programs.
Develop process documentation and training materials.
Communicate project progress with internal and external stakeholders, subcontractors, project managers, AEs, controls vendors, general contractors, and commissioning agents.
Assist with or develop project communications and reporting, including weekly progress reports.
Provide proactive recommendations to clients and, at times, serve as the primary client contact on projects.