Controls Specialist

ControlsJobs; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits (Anthem BlueCross)

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Company laptop

Monthly cell or stipend

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

ControlsJobs in Ashburn, VA seeks a Controls Specialist with hands-on BAS, SCADA, EPMS, or DCIM experience to support mission-critical facilities. You will configure, commission, and troubleshoot systems in high-availability environments, interfacing with TCP/IP, BACnet, and Modbus protocols.

This role offers a substantial salary and a performance bonus in a dynamic data center setting. Ideal candidates will install and calibrate controllers and sensors, ensuring accurate system operation and

Qualifications

• Experience with BAS/SCADA/EPMS/DCIM systems in mission-critical or high-availability environments.

Responsibilities

• Configure, commission, troubleshoot, and support BAS/SCADA/EPMS/DCIM systems in mission-critical environments.
• Integrate automation and monitoring platforms using TCP/IP, BACnet, Modbus, and related protocols.
• Commission Tridium/Niagara and proprietary controllers; adjust programming and logic sequences as needed.
• Perform device-level verification, point-to-point checkout, and functional system testing.
• Install and wire DDC controllers, sensors, relays, and control panels.
• Calibrate field sensors and end devices to ensure performance and accuracy.

Tools

BAS

SCADA

EPMS

DCIM

Job description

Controls Specialist (BAS / SCADA / EPMS / DCIM) – $85K–$135K + Bonus – Ashburn, VA – Mission-Critical Projects

About the Opportunity:

A rapidly expanding and well-regarded Data Center and Building Automation solutions provider is seeking a skilled Controls Specialist for its Ashburn, VA team. This position is ideal for professionals with hands-on experience in BAS, SCADA, EPMS, or DCIM systems—particularly within mission-critical or high-availability environments such as data centers, healthcare, government, or large commercial facilities.

Location:

• Ashburn, VA

Position:

• Title: Controls Specialist
• Technical Focus: BAS, SCADA, EPMS, DCIM (any platform or manufacturer welcomed)
• Bonus: 10%–20% annual performance bonus
• Healthcare: Anthem BlueCross Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Retirement: 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
• Equipment & Tools: Company Laptop, Work Cell or Monthly Stipend, Mileage Reimbursement

Company Overview:

• 30+ Years Serving the Industry
• 300+ Employees Nationwide
• 15+ Regional Office Locations
• Colocation and Enterprise Data Centers
• Hospitals and Medical Campuses
• Municipal and Educational Facilities
• Service Capabilities:
  • Building Automation Systems (BAS/BMS)
  • SCADA & EPMS Integration and Optimization
  • HVAC Mechanical Upgrades & Retrofits
  • Lighting Controls & Energy Management
  • Data Center Performance Optimization
  • Facility Asset Management & Financing Options

Key Responsibilities:

• Configure, commission, troubleshoot, and support BAS, SCADA, or EPMS systems in mission-critical environments
• Integrate automation and monitoring platforms using TCP/IP, BACnet, Modbus, and related protocols
• Commission Tridium/Niagara and proprietary controllers; adjust programming and logic sequences as needed
• Perform device-level verification, point-to-point checkout, and functional system testing
• Install and wire DDC controllers, sensors, relays, and control panels
• Calibrate field sensors and end devices to ensure system performance and accuracy

If you have experience supporting BAS, SCADA, EPMS, or DCIM platforms and want to work on mission-critical, high-technology projects, this role offers excellent career growth, competitive pay, and a strong team environment.