Controls Site Lead

E Tech Group; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with match

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Generous PTO and holidays

Job summary

E Tech Group is seeking a Site Lead to design, develop, and commission Building Management Systems (BMS) and Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS) for large-scale data center projects. You will guide control architectures, develop PLC/SCADA graphics, and coordinate with HVAC and power subsystems to ensure reliable operation.

The role requires 7+ years in controls/automation, strong communication, and travel to local project sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Control Systems Engineering (or related field).
• 7+ years of experience in controls engineering or automation; data center BMS/EPMS preferred.
• Experience with Modbus, BACnet, SNMP, Ethernet/IP or other industrial protocols.
• Understanding of electrical power monitoring, HVAC, and critical facility systems.
• Familiarity with instrumentation, control panel design, and network architectures.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and communication abilities; customer-focused and team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement control system architectures for BMS/EPMS applications across data center facilities.
• Develop and troubleshoot control logic and graphics for PLCs and SCADA systems.
• Integrate control systems with electrical and mechanical subsystems, coordinating between HVAC, power distribution, and monitoring platforms.
• Lead or support commissioning activities to verify data points and signals are fully functional and documented.
• Diagnose control and communication issues, analyze system performance, and implement improvements.
• Prepare system documentation, I/O lists, and control drawings in alignment with project standards and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with clients, contractors, and project teams to define scope, deliverables, and schedules.
• Be an ambassador who embodies our Core Values and supports associates' development.

Education

Bachelors in Electrical/Mechanical/Control Systems

Controls engineering

Automation

Project coordination

Communication

Team collaboration

Tools

Ignition

Rockwell Automation

Modbus

BACnet

SNMP

Ethernet/IP

Job description

At E Tech Group, joining our team means joining a group of passionate and forward-thinkingexperts. We’re one of the largest engineering and system integration firms in the United States providing value for our clients through IT automation and control solutions for more than 30 years to the Life Sciences, Mission Critical, Metals & Mining, Warehousing & Distribution, and CPG/Food & Beverage industries.Our national and global scale allows us to help our clients develop and implement standardized solutions at any of their facilities regardless of physical location or the local resources available at that site.

We are seeking a Site Lead to lead design, development, and commissioning of Building Management Systems (BMS) and Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS) for large-scale data center projects. The ideal candidate will have strong technical experience with automation and control systems, combined with a collaborative mindset and a focus on quality, safety, and reliability in a mission-critical environment.

You will:

• Create and implement control system architectures for BMS/EPMS applications across data center facilities.
• Develop & troubleshoot control logic and graphics for PLCs and SCADA systems.
• Integrate control systems with electrical and mechanical subsystems, coordinating between HVAC, power distribution, and monitoring platforms.
• Lead or support commissioning activities to verify all data points and signals—from sensors and meters through software visualization—are fully functional and documented.
• Diagnose control and communication issues, analyze system performance, and implement improvements.
• Prepare system documentation, I/O lists, and control drawings in alignment with project standards and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with clients, contractors, and project teams to define scope, deliverables, and schedules, ensuring project success and customer satisfaction.
• Be an ambassador who embodies our Core Values, prioritizing the success of E Tech Group, our clients, and the professional development of our associates.

You have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Control Systems Engineering (or related field).
• 7+ years of experience in controls engineering or automation; at least 3 years of data center BMS/EPMS experience preferred.
• Experience with Modbus, BACnet, SNMP, Ethernet/IP, or other industrial communication protocols.
• Understanding of electrical power monitoring, HVAC, and critical facility systems.
• Familiarity with instrumentation, control panel design, and network architectures.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and communication abilities; customer-focused and team-oriented
• Willingness to visit local project sites during installation and commissioning phases.
• A DNA comprised of collaboration and teamwork.

You might have:

• Ability to develop & troubleshoot control logic and graphics for PLCs and SCADA systems using Ignition & Rockwell Automation platforms.

Benefits & Perks:

• 401k + match + prompt enrollment. E Tech Group employees are 100% vested upon entry.
• Prompt enrollment into Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
• Generous paid time off that includes paid vacation, paid holidays, paid family leave and sick time off.
• Learning and growth are key parts of the E Tech culture. We provide you with training and continuing education from day one, so youcanadvance your career. As an E Tech associate, youcan unlock your greatest potential through challenges and opportunities.

E Tech Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law. E Tech Group will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and for religious beliefs. E Tech Group is an Affi…