BMS & PLC/SCADA Automation Engineer

Vertiv Group Corporation; Pelzer (SC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv is seeking a BMS Engineer to design and execute temperature control and automation systems, including PLC and SCADA-based solutions. You will collaborate across electrical, control panels, and I/O to develop integrated design packages for HVAC, access control, lighting, CCTV, and industrial automation.

The role requires practical experience, leadership, and the ability to independently own projects, with potential support for software engineering and industrial networking activities such

Qualifications

• Two- or four-year degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related technical discipline.
• Experience designing control systems for commercial HVAC and/or industrial automation applications.
• Hands-on experience with PLC hardware selection, configuration, and programming using ladder logic, function block, and/or structured text.
• Experience developing and configuring SCADA/HMI systems, including alarms, trends, and operator interfaces.
• Working knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, Ethernet/IP, or similar.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and architectural construction documents.
• Experience using CAD software.

Responsibilities

• Develop system layouts and controls designs based on construction documents and project specifications.
• Design PLC architectures, control panel layouts, power distribution, network topology, and I/O assignments.
• Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC programs and SCADA/HMI applications for monitoring, control, alarming, and data acquisition.
• Prepare engineering design submittals, as-built drawings, and O&M documentation.
• Obtain equipment cut sheets and coordinate the submittal process, including assembly of O&M packages.
• Ensure all designs comply with contract drawings and specifications for accuracy, completeness, and constructability.
• Select appropriate control devices and instrumentation in accordance with defined application and specification requirements.
• Develop custom control and HMI graphics for integration into building automation systems and SCADA platforms.
• Support system commissioning, startup, and troubleshooting activities in coordination with project teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Troubleshooting

Prioritization

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Work ethic

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Visio

AutoCAD

PLC programming platforms

SCADA/HMI platforms

Job description

Vertiv is seeking a BMS Engineer to design and execute temperature control and automation systems, including PLC and SCADA-based solutions. You will collaborate across electrical, control panels, and I/O to develop integrated design packages for HVAC, access control, lighting, CCTV, and industrial automation.

The role requires practical experience, leadership, and the ability to independently own projects, with potential support for software engineering and industrial networking activities such