Associate Control Systems Consultant

RED Group; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Flexible schedules

Hybrid remote work options

Job summary

RED Group seeks an Associate Control Systems Consultant for a large-scale Data Center construction project. You will serve as a technical resource, assist with design, implementation, integration, commissioning and validation of building automation and control systems.

The role is embedded on-site for the full duration, loading programs onto equipment and assisting a large team with testing and commissioning efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or commensurate experience.
• Some knowledge of PLCs, Instrumentation and SCADA systems.
• Network protocols (BACnet, Modbus, TCP/IP).
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and control diagrams.
• Willingness to remain on-site full-time for project duration.
• Automation System training/certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical resource for Building Automation Systems (BAS), EPMS, SCADA, and related control systems.
• Follow procedures that align with Owner standards, contract documents, and data center best practices.
• Participate in meetings related to controls integration across mechanical, electrical, and IT systems.
• Work with a large group to ensure project milestones are achieved per the schedule.
• Verify installation of control panels, instrumentation, field devices, and network infrastructure.
• Ensure proper integration between chillers, cooling towers, CRAHs/CRACs, UPS systems and switchgear, generators and ATS systems.
• Load programs onto control system equipment and assist testing and commissioning efforts.
• Execute controls commissioning plans, perform point-to-point verification and I/O checkout.
• Support FAT tests and Level 2/3 commissioning efforts.

Skills

PLC knowledge

SCADA systems

Instrumentation

Networking protocols

Electrical schematics

P&IDs

Willingness to stay on-site

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical/Controls Engineering

Tools

Rockwell Automation

Ignition (Inductive Automation)

Job description

The Associate Control Systems Consultant will serve as a technical resource to assist with control systems integration related to a large-scale Data Center construction project. This role is responsible for assisting with the design implementation, systems integration, commissioning, and validation of building automation and control systems.

The Consultant will be embedded on-site for the full duration of the project and will mainly be loading programs onto control system equipment and assisting a large team with testing and commissioning efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical resource for Building Automation Systems (BAS), EPMS, SCADA, and related control systems.
• Follow procedures that align with Owner standards, contract documents, and data center best practices.
• Participate in meetings related to controls integration across mechanical, electrical, and IT systems.
• Work with a large group to ensure project milestones are achieve per the schedule.

Installation & Integration

• Verify installation of control panels, instrumentation, field devices, and network infrastructure has been completed properly.

• Ensure proper integration between:
• Chillers, cooling towers, CRAHs/CRACs
• UPS systems and switchgear
• Generators and ATS systems
• Power monitoring (EPMS)
• Support communications for connected control systems.
• Assign IP addresses to devices

Commissioning & Testing

• Execute controls commissioning plans.
• Participate in point-to-point verification and I/O checkout.
• Assist to troubleshoot system deficiencies and coordinate corrective actions.
• Support FAT tests.
• Support Level 2 and 3 commissioning efforts.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or commensurate experience. Automation System training/certification a plus.
• Some knowledge of:
• PLCs, Instrumentation and SCADA systems
• Network protocols (BACnet, Modbus, TCP/IP)
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and control diagrams.
• Willingness to remain on-site full-time for project duration.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in data center or mission-critical facility environments.
• Industrial experience
• Rockwell and Ignition experience

Core Competencies

• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Proactive risk identification and mitigation
• Ability to work in fast-paced construction environments
• Safety

Work Environment

• Full-time on-site presence required for the duration of construction and commissioning.
• Active construction site environment.
• May require extended hours during commissioning and turnover phases.
• Foster and promote a strong safety culture and follow company safety protocols.

Why RED Group?

Culture. Growth. Opportunity.

At RED Group, we believe that a thriving workplace starts with a strong, employee-centric culture. Our focus on our people ensures they have the resources, support and opportunities needed to excel. Our commitment to success drives outstanding results in our client engagements, with our team always striving for excellence.

If You Join RED Group, You\'ll Enjoy

• A collaborative team environment that values your contribution
• Competitive benefits, flexible schedules, and hybrid remote work options
• The stability of a well-established company poised for exciting growth
• A fun and rewarding career that challenges you while offering opportunities for you to grow and excel

If you\'re a self-starter looking for a fulfilling career filled with unique growth opportunities where you can challenge yourself, RED Group is the place for you.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.