Controls / Automation Engineer (Mission Critical & Data Center)

Brunel; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exposure to large-scale projects

Growth opportunities

Hands-on technical ownership

Job summary

Brunel is looking for a Controls & Automation Engineer to support critical data center projects across the United States. This role involves hands-on system integration, PLC programming, and troubleshooting across various systems. Candidates are expected to have 3–10+ years of relevant experience and familiarity with HVAC, electrical, and power monitoring systems. The position promises exposure to large-scale mission-critical environments and the opportunity for career growth into senior engineering roles.

Qualifications

• 3–10+ years of experience in controls, automation, or BAS/BMS.
• Experience with PLC, SCADA, or HMI systems.
• Exposure to HVAC and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Program and configure PLCs for various projects.
• Support BAS/BMS/EPMS system integration.
• Troubleshoot controls and networking issues.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA systems

BAS/BMS integration

HVAC systems knowledge

Tools

Rockwell PLC

Siemens PLC

Schneider PLC

Job description

We are actively building a pipeline of Controls & Automation Engineers to support a growing portfolio of mission-critical data center and complex infrastructure projects across the U.S.

This is a hands‑on role focused on system integration, PLC programming, and commissioning of building automation and power monitoring systems.

What You’ll Do

• Program and configure PLCs (Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider)
• Support BAS/BMS/EPMS system integration
• Work on HVAC, electrical, and power monitoring systems
• Participate in commissioning, startup, and system testing
• Troubleshoot controls, networking, and field integration issues
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and project teams

What We’re Looking For

• 3–10+ years in controls, automation, or BAS/BMS
• Experience with PLC, SCADA, or HMI systems
• Exposure to HVAC systems, electrical systems, or building automation
• Commissioning or field experience preferred
• Data center or mission-critical experience is a plus

Why Apply

• Exposure to large-scale, mission‑critical environments
• Hands‑on technical ownership
• Growth into senior engineering or leadership roles