Senior Staff Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

Crusoe•Denver, CO

1d•$204,000 - $240,000

About The Position

Crusoe's mission is to accelerate the abundance of energy and intelligence. We’re crafting the engine that powers a world where people can create ambitiously with AI — without sacrificing scale, speed, or sustainability. Be a part of the AI revolution with sustainable technology at Crusoe. Here, you'll drive meaningful innovation, make a tangible impact, and join a team that’s setting the pace for responsible, transformative cloud infrastructure.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline (Master’s or relevant certifications a plus)
Extensive professional experience in automation system architecture, including PLC, SCADA, BMS, and EPMS platforms
Proven ability to design scalable, maintainable automation frameworks and custom UIs in mission-critical environments
Background in BMS/EPMS, SCADA, or ICS systems, ideally in data center or other high-availability facilities
Familiarity with control protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, OPC-UA, MQTT, and integrating diverse building systems into unified platforms
Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical systems, PLC/DDC logic, and industrial automation concepts
Demonstrated ability to translate operational and business needs into robust architecture and intuitive system solutions
Excellent communication skills for collaborating with engineers, contractors, and leadership stakeholders
Track record of solving complex automation challenges with innovative, data-driven solutions
Passion for leveraging automation and system architecture to improve performance, resiliency, and user experience

Responsibilities

Lead the architecture, design, and development of automation and visualization solutions for data center BMS/EPMS systems, ensuring seamless integration with HVAC, electrical, and monitoring infrastructure
Define system standards, frameworks, and design patterns for controls, PLC/SCADA, BMS, and EPMS implementations across multiple projects and sites
Develop intuitive dashboards, HMIs, and operator workflows that make complex building and power systems easy to monitor and control
Build and maintain automation scripts, tags, templates, and reporting modules to streamline commissioning, testing, and operations at scale
Collaborate with engineers, contractors, and OEM partners to scope, configure, and deploy projects that tie into BACnet, Modbus, OPC-UA, and MQTT protocols
Conduct system testing, simulation, and commissioning to validate architecture, functionality, data accuracy, and operational performance prior to deployment
Leverage controls platforms to collect and visualize real-time and historical data, enabling performance insights, fault detection, and predictive maintenance
Optimize existing user interfaces and system designs to improve operator experience, reduce alarm fatigue, and accelerate troubleshooting
Provide leadership with actionable dashboards and automated reports on system health, uptime, energy efficiency, and capacity utilization
Mentor and train technicians and engineers on best practices for controls architecture, programming standards, and UI customization
Ensure all controls implementations comply with industry standards, cybersecurity best practices, and company sustainability goals

Benefits

Industry competitive pay
Restricted Stock Units in a fast growing, well-funded technology company
Health insurance package options that include HDHP and PPO, vision, and dental for you and your dependents
Employer contributions to HSA accounts
Paid Parental Leave
Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
Teladoc
401(k) with a 100% match up to 4% of salary
Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
Cell phone reimbursement
Tuition reimbursement
Subscription to the Calm app
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Company paid commuter benefit; $300/month