Controls Engineer

CM Mission Critical Engineering; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

CM Mission Critical Engineering seeks a Controls Engineer to design automation, monitoring, and control systems for mission-critical data centers. You will develop control drawings, sequences of operations, and specifications for heat-rejection, chilled water plants, and EPMS integrations, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and clients.

The role requires strong HVAC/process control knowledge, experience with AutoCAD/Revit, and the ability to communicate design concepts clearly.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• 5–7 years designing building automation control systems.
• EIT or PE certification or ability to obtain licensure.
• Experience in mission-critical environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute engineering tasks independently or within a project team.
• Develop drawings and specifications for issuance to architects, contractors, and building owners.
• Attend client meetings and contribute to technical discussions.
• Collaborate with internal engineering disciplines and external vendors/manufacturers.
• Review controls contractor and system integrator shop drawings for compliance.

Skills

HVAC systems

Process control

Controls vendor experience

Verbal & written communication

Presentation skills

Travel willingness

Building codes knowledge

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

EIT or PE certification

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Job Title

Controls Engineer

Job Summary

The Controls Engineer is responsible for designing automation, monitoring, and control systems that support mission-critical data center environments. This role works closely with senior engineers to develop control drawings, specifications, points lists, and sequences of operations for complex mechanical and electrical systems. Applications include heat-rejection systems, chilled water plants, industrial air handling units, and integration with intelligent HVAC and electrical power monitoring systems (EPMS). The Controls Engineer collaborates with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and vendors to ensure high-quality, technically sound project delivery.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Duties/Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Plan and execute engineering tasks independently or within a project team
• Demonstrate strong understanding of CM|MC engineering services and related practices
• Support proposal, design, and construction phases under general supervision
• Execute controls design for complex, mission-critical projects
• Develop drawings and specifications for issuance to architects, contractors, and building owners
• Attend client meetings and contribute to technical discussions
• Collaborate with internal engineering disciplines and external vendors/manufacturers
• Communicate complex control and monitoring concepts to clients and stakeholders
• Integrate mechanical and electrical engineering requirements into facility-wide controls and monitoring systems
• Maintain and develop client relationships through regular interaction
• Perform all aspects of controls design, including system reviews and drawing checks prior to issuance
• Survey and evaluate existing site conditions
• Review controls contractor and system integrator shop drawings to ensure compliance with design requirements

Required Skills/Abilities

• Strong understanding of building-type HVAC systems or process control applications
• Experience from a controls vendor, commissioning agent, or design consultant environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, and related design software
• Knowledge of building, mechanical, electrical, and energy codes
• Ability to organize and present design information to project teams
• Strong attention to detail, highly organized, and a self-starter
• Ability to travel to project sites as needed

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent relevant experience
• 5–7 years of experience designing building automation control systems for commercial, industrial, or mission-critical facilities
• EIT or PE (or ability to become licensed)
• Experience in mission-critical, industrial, commercial, or similar environments preferred

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk & working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

The responsibilities outlined in this job description are intended to describe the general nature & level of work performed by individuals assigned to this role. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, & skills required. Management reserves the right to amend & change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.

CM Mission Critical Engineering is an equal opportunity employer. We make employment decisions solely based on business needs, job requirements, & individual qualifications without regard to race, gender, religion, ethnicity, age, or any other status protected by the law. At this time, we are not accepting applicants who require visa sponsorship, including H1-B.