Senior Data Center Controls Engineer

Google•Atlanta, GA

1d•$144,000 - $208,000

About The Position

As part of Google's global controls team, the Senior Data Center Controls Engineer troubleshoots, manages projects, and maintains building management systems (BMS) and electrical power monitoring systems (EPMS) in data centers. The role develops new processes and standards and advances controls engineering in support of reliable, efficient facilities. The position supports the design and improvement of data center infrastructure, ensuring compliance with codes and standards. It works with local control systems for mechanical and electrical components—including generators, UPS systems, switchgear, power distribution units, drives, transfer switches, chillers, pumps, cooling towers, and heat exchangers. The BMS is the primary control method for mechanical systems, while the EPMS primarily monitors electrical systems. The engineer develops project scopes, budgets, and schedules, oversees work from design through commissioning, supports maintenance and lifecycle operations, and coordinates with stakeholders, vendors, and facilities technicians. The role may require up to 30% site and lab travel. Pay is listed as $144,000–$208,000 USD, plus a 15% bonus target, equity, and benefits.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
At least 5 years of experience working on critical infrastructure projects related to process improvements.
Experience with mission-critical systems and operations, such as power generation, data centers, refineries, chip fabrication, or chemical plant processing.
Experience implementing controls engineering.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
Experience designing, configuring, programming, installing, and troubleshooting BMS and Electrical SCADA systems, application-specific controllers, and software such as Ignition and Factory Talk.
Experience with TCP/IP, EtherNet/IP, BACnet, MODBUS, or IEC 61850 communication protocols.
Experience with management of change, office productivity software, project management software, engineering documentation, PMS/BMS drawings, and standard operating procedures.
Ability to cultivate strong relationships with internal stakeholders, vendors, or customers.
Excellent communication, teamwork, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot BMS and EPMS issues in Google data centers and perform root cause analysis, provide immediate technical support, resolve quarterly maintenance actions, and support lifecycle operations.
Develop project scopes, budgets, and schedules for BMS/EPMS improvements, and oversee projects from design through commissioning to ensure integration and operational excellence.
Review quarterly maintenance results and conduct site visits to supervise vendor performance, ensure compliance with design standards and local codes, and resolve corrective actions for in-service facilities.
Manage stakeholder deliverables and train internal customers.
Lead procurement activities, including RFQs, vendor proposal reviews, and financial management of service contracts and purchase order issuance.
Coordinate project meetings, report status, and navigate complex requirements.
Travel to sites and labs, up to 30%, to provide technical assistance and operational support.