Systems Engineer III – Data Center Controls & Infrastructure
Overview
Join a team that keeps mission-critical facilities running at peak performance. As a Systems Engineer III,
you’ll play a vital role in the reliability and continuous improvement
of Building Management Systems (BMS) and Electrical Power Monitoring
Systems (EPMS) in state-of-the-art data centers. Your expertise will
help maintain the integrity of some of the most advanced technical
environments in the industry—balancing hands-on engineering, project
oversight, and stakeholder engagement. If you’re driven by precision,
innovation, and problem-solving, this opportunity in Herndon, VA offers an exciting platform to make a lasting impact.
Required Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or an equivalent technical field plus 5+ years of relevant controls experience, or 10+ years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
- 5+ years of experience with industrial controls within critical environments such as data centers, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, oil & gas, or similar sectors.
- 4+ years of experience in general project or vendor management, including request for proposals, bidding, change orders, quality control, and documentation tracking.
- Proven ability to support commissioning activities, troubleshoot control sequences, and collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams.
- Strong organizational and communication skills to manage stakeholder expectations and multiple project deliverables.
Nice to Have Skills
- Experience designing, configuring, programming, installing, and maintaining HVAC Controls or Electrical SCADA systems.
- Working knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as MQTT, BACnet, and MODBUS.
- Familiarity with interpreting and developing engineering documentation, electrical/mechanical diagrams, and operating procedures.
- Experience in data center design or MEP infrastructure development.
Preferred Education and Experience
- Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Controls/Automation Engineering.
- Professional Engineer (PE) or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Other Requirements
- Local travel to operational data centers for site supervision, troubleshooting, and customer interaction.
- Ability to meet on-site compliance and safety standards as required by project scope
If you’re looking to advance your engineering career in a technically challenging, fast-paced environment where your expertise directly supports essential data infrastructure—apply today and help shape the future of reliable operations.
