Sr. Controls Engineer
About The Position
Prime Data Centers develops, acquires, and operates data centers for some of the world's largest enterprises. A private firm owned by a group controlling $6 billion in assets, with a 15-year tenure in technology and real estate development, Prime provides customers with ownership options and dynamic leasing models, defining a true corporate partnership. The Prime Data Centers (PDC) Senior Controls Engineer reports to the VP of Engineering and is responsible for controls engineering efforts related to a portfolio of datacenter projects which can include new construction, phased expansion, retrofits and upgrades, acquisition conversions, BAS/BMS/EPMS/DCIM equipment standards, development of design standards, processes, and procedures. This role will support long-term business strategies aligned with key Prime stakeholders to manage the relationship and output of key design partners and equipment suppliers for their assigned projects.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent, from an accredited university or college preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in mission critical and/or data center mechanical design and construction preferred.
- Understanding of critical cooling infrastructure within a data center and how power sources provide cooling redundancy.
- Proficient in Bluebeam, Teams, Excel, and Word software.
- Experience in working with engineering software such as AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, Psychrometric analysis, Load/Energy calculations, and CFD analysis.
- Understanding of applicable construction codes with an emphasis on the International Building Code (IBC) and the International Mechanical Code (IMC).
- Understanding of data center industry standards (e.g. ASHRAE TC9.9, BICSI Data Center Standards)
Responsibilities
- Lead controls engineering efforts across data center projects, acting as SME for BAS, BMS, EPMS, and DCIM systems.
- Develop, review, and maintain design standards, specifications, RFPs, and sequences of operation.
- Validate consultant and contractor deliverables, including schematics, P&IDs, network designs, and controls submittals.
- Partner with Construction and Procurement to procure, install, and commission control systems; support Level 4/5 commissioning and MOP reviews.
- Collaborate with Operations, Construction, and Procurement to balance cost-effective design with operational sustainability.
- Review and analyze PUE, load sizing, ROI/payback, CFD, and energy modeling; support value engineering efforts.
- Research emerging technologies and incorporate sustainable, cost-effective solutions into design standards.
- Participate in design meetings with customers, consultants, and contractors; ensure alignment with PDC standards.
- Provide ongoing support to troubleshoot controls system issues and respond to emergencies as needed.
Benefits
- Competitive salary ($130K - $180K) + project bonuses
- 401k fully vested upon enrollment, up to a 4% employer match
- 100% employee premiums paid by employer for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability
- New office located in the RiNo area
- Paid Time Off + Sick time
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
