BMS/Controls SME

Salute; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 133,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holidays & PTO

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

401(k) match

HSA

Gym discounts

Life & Disability insurance

Parental leave

Job summary

Salute is seeking a highly skilled BMS/Controls Subject Matter Expert to lead the technical authority for building management and control systems across a global data center fleet. The role reports to the Data Center Manager and focuses on reliable monitoring, automation, and system integration with mechanical and electrical disciplines.

The position emphasizes system optimization, incident response, and training to ensure alignment with Salute, client teams, and site operations.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to read electrical and mechanical manuals, CAD drawings, and blueprints.
• Strong written and verbal communication for cross-team collaboration.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and life-safety systems in critical environments.
• Technical writing to create/modify MOPs, SOPs, and EOPs.
• Problem-solving and analytical skills for incident response and optimization.
• Experience in a highly collaborative, cross-functional environment.

Responsibilities

• Own global BMS changes and enhancements for data center operations.
• Maintain integrity of configurations and upgrades with change control.
• Troubleshoot and document controls/monitoring to maximize energy efficiency.
• Analyze equipment data and adjust building systems to improve performance.
• Oversee vendors, configurations, and upgrades supporting site operations.
• Provide QA/QC oversight for hardware installation and commissioning.
• Collaborate across disciplines to adjust BMS settings and space management.
• Deliver technical controls training to Facility Operations staff.

Skills

MS Office

Technical reading

Communication skills

Mechanical & electrical systems

Technical writing

Problem solving

Cross-functional teamwork

Tools

Ignition

Modbus

BACnet

PLC knowledge

Job description

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BMS/Controls SME

Full Time Dedicated Ashburn, VA. Ashburn, VA, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 2346

BMS/Controls SME

Salute is a leading provider of cutting-edge Data Center Infrastructure Services, dedicated to serving data center clients worldwide. We pride ourselves on delivering sustainable solutions, unparalleled reliability, and outstanding customer service. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced BMS/ Controls Subject Matter Expert to join our team and drive our relationships with hyperscale clients to new heights.

The BMS/Controls Subject Matter Expert (SME) serves as the primary technical authority for Building Management Systems (BMS) and control systems supporting mission-critical data centers. Reporting to the Data Center Manager, this role ensures that monitoring, automation, and control systems operate safely, efficiently, and reliably. The SME provides deep technical knowledge of control logic, programming, and integration across mechanical and electrical systems. This position plays a key role in system optimization, incident response, and training to ensure alignment between Salute, client teams, and site operations.

Salute Benefits That Put You First

We know life doesn’t stop when work begins. That’s why we offer perks designed to support your well-being, your family, and your future:

• Time to Recharge: Enjoy 8 company-paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, and PTO so you can rest, celebrate, and take care of what matters most.


• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, dental, and vision coverage are available for enrollment starting on Day 1. Coverage begins on the first of the month following 30 days of employment.


• Peace of Mind: The Employee Assistance Program is available to all employees, even if you do not participate in the benefits package.


• Your Financial Future Matters: Enjoy our employer-supported 401(k) with immediate 100% vesting, plus a 3% employer match and a 50% match on the next 2%.


• Wellness Support: Access to HSA, mental health resources, and gym discounts—because your health matters.


• Extra Protection & Perks: Through discounted group programs, such as legal services, home & auto insurance, pet insurance, and ID theft protection for life’s unexpected moments.

Although this role is listed in other cities across the United States, this position is based on-site in Barstow, TX.

(RELOCATION ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE TO ELIGIBLE CANDIDATES)

Position Summary

Salute Mission Critical is seeking a Controls Subject Matter Expert for its Data Center Facility Operations team. This role ensures the reliability and quality of Building Management Systems (BMS) across a global fleet of data centers. The ideal candidate will support daily operations and quality initiatives and bring a working understanding of electrical and mechanical systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Own global BMS changes and enhancements, ensuring alignment with data center operations and adherence to safe BMS and SCADA work practices.


• Maintain the integrity of system configurations and component upgrades by applying best practices and change control processes.


• Troubleshoot and document controls and monitoring system objectives to maximize energy efficiency.


• Analyze operating equipment data and adjust building systems to optimize performance.


• Oversee control vendors, system configurations, and component upgrades that support site operations.


• Provide QA/QC oversight for hardware installation, proposals, programming, and commissioning for new construction and retrofit projects, as required.


• Collaborate across disciplines to modify BMS settings and manage building space effectively.


• Deliver technical controls training and support to Facility Operations staff.

Minimum Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.


• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical manuals, CAD drawings, and blueprints.


• Strong verbal and written communication skills for working effectively with team members, vendors, and customers in daily data center operations.


• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and life safety systems associated with critical environments.


• Technical writing proficiency to create and revise process documentation, including MOPs, SOPs, and EOPs.


• Problem-solving and analytical skills to evaluate situations, identify solutions, and work with leadership and teammates to resolve issues.


• Experience working in a highly collaborative, cross-functional environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 to 5 or more years of experience in environments with a strong emphasis on building controls and monitoring, or relevant military operations.


• Experience beyond the field technician level, including project management, project engineering, or operations management.


• Understanding of programmable logic controllers (PLCs).


• Experience with BMS/EPMS software, ideally Ignition.


• Understanding of protocols such as Modbus and BACnet.


• Baseline knowledge of IT and networking.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility with or without reasonable accommodation. The requirements listed are representative, but not all-inclusive, of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required.

Compensation & Benefits Disclosure

The base salary range for this role is $133,200.00 to 150,000.00 annually. This range reflects a good‑faith estimate of what we reasonably expect to pay upon hire, based on factors such as skills, experience, education, and market/location. Our comprehensive benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), gym discount, mental health, Discounted Group Life & AD&D, Discounted Group Short & Long-term Disability, 401(k) retirement matching, PTO/paid holidays, and parental leave. Final compensation will be determined by job‑related factors consistent with applicable law.

Salute is an equal opportunity employer committed to celebrating diversity, creating an inclusive environment for all employees, and providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants; if you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our Human Resources department at [e-mail] for more information. (For recruiting specific questions, please contact [e-mail])