BMS / SCADA Specialist- Data Center Specialist

SGS; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS is seeking a BMS/SCADA Specialist to lead design reviews, configuration, testing, commissioning and handover of BMS/SCADA systems for data center and mission-critical projects in KSA. The role requires hands-on control systems expertise and close coordination with MEP, IT and operations teams.

You will review architecture, configure and troubleshoot systems, and ensure reliable monitoring and control across electrical, mechanical, fire alarm, DCIM and third-party interfaces.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Automation/Control Systems or related.
• 7–10 years of experience in BMS/SCADA systems.
• 3–5+ years on data center or mission-critical projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead BMS/SCADA activities across the project lifecycle from design review to handover.
• Review architecture, points lists, network topology, sequences of operation and graphics.
• Configure, program, test, and troubleshoot BMS/SCADA systems and related devices.
• Integrate BMS/SCADA with data center electrical, mechanical, DCIM and third-party systems.
• Support IST, FAT, SAT, and site testing; document results and observations.
• Develop and maintain system documentation, backups, and sign-offs.

Skills

BMS/SCADA expertise

Control systems

IST/IST testing

Alarm management

Network protocols

Data center operations

Interdisciplinary coordination

System integration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical/Automation/Control Systems

Tools

Siemens

Schneider Electric

Honeywell

Johnson Controls

ABB

Rockwell

Job description

BMS / SCADA Specialist- Data Center Specialist

• Contract

SGS is the world's leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance, and sustainability.

We are looking for BMS / SCADA Specialist whowill be responsible for the design review, configuration, integration, testing, commissioning, and handover of Building Management System (BMS) and SCADA systems for data center and mission-critical projects in KSA.The role requires strong hands-on expertise in control systems, system integration, data visualization, and close coordination with MEP, commissioning, IT, and operations teams to ensure reliable and fully functional monitoring and control systems.

• Lead and execute BMS and SCADA activities across the full project lifecycle, including design review, configuration, installation support, testing, commissioning, integrated systems testing (IST), and final handover.
• Review and validate BMS / SCADA architecture, points lists, network topology, control schematics, sequences of operation, and graphics to ensure alignment with project requirements and data center best practices.
• Configure, program, test, and troubleshoot BMS and SCADA systems, including controllers, servers, field devices, HMIs, databases, and alarm management systems.
• Integrate BMS and SCADA with data center critical systems, including electrical (UPS, generators, switchgear, power meters), mechanical (HVAC, chillers, CRAH/CRAC units), fire alarm systems, BMS subsystems, DCIM, and third-party systems using standard protocols (BACnet, Modbus, SNMP, OPC).
• Support and participate in Integrated Systems Testing (IST) to validate control logic, alarms, interlocks, failover scenarios, redundancy, and operational sequences.
• Coordinate closely with commissioning managers, MEP engineers, system vendors, OEMs, IT/network teams, contractors, and client representatives.
• Witness and support FAT, SAT, and site testing, ensuring all observations are recorded and resolved.
• Develop, review, and maintain BMS / SCADA documentation, including system configuration records, test results, alarm matrices, trend logs, backups, and sign-off documents.
• Ensure BMS and SCADA systems comply with project specifications, international standards, cybersecurity practices (where applicable), and local KSA regulations.
• Monitor and enforce HSE requirements during all testing and commissioning activities.
• Support preparation of O&M manuals, operator training, system demonstrations, and final handover to facility operations teams.
• Assist with post-handover support, fine-tuning, and optimization during initial operations if required.

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automation, Control Systems, or related discipline.
• 7-10 years of experience in BMS / SCADA systems
• 3-5+ years of experience on data center or mission-critical projects preferred.
• Strong hands-on experience with BMS and SCADA platforms (e.g., Siemens, Schneider Electric, Honeywell, Johnson Controls, ABB, Rockwell)
• Proficiency in industrial communication protocols (BACnet IP/MSTP, Modbus TCP/RTU, OPC, SNMP)
• Good understanding of data center operations, redundancy concepts (N, N+1, 2N), and alarm management
• Ability to read and interpret control drawings, network diagrams, and sequences of operation

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