Data Center Automation & Controls Engineer (24/7 Facility)

xAI; Southaven (MS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceXSI in a data-center facilities environment seeks an Automation and Controls Engineer to design, program, commission, and own plant controls. You will write robust control code, build operator interfaces, and ensure live systems run safely while expanding capacity.

Responsibilities include designing automation projects from sequence of operations to commissioning, developing PLC code for chillers, pumps, and air handlers, and integrating with site BMS.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field.
• 1+ years in industrial controls, building or plant automation, or data center facilities.
• Strong PLC programming and control narration documentation.
• Experience with live facility commissioning and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and manage facility automation projects from sequence of operations through commissioning.
• Architect, write, and debug PLC and controller code for plant equipment.
• Implement control strategies to maintain capacity, efficiency, and redundancy.
• Develop clear HMI graphics and integrate with BMS/EPMS/history data.
• Design control panels per NEC/NFPA/UL 508A and ensure safe operation.
• Own post go-live activities: alarm rationalization and uptime improvements.
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and internal teams during construction and expansions.
• Provide maintenance support and troubleshooting for live processes.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI development

Safety circuits

Fieldbus & Ethernet networks

Rockwell Studio 5000

EPLAN

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

Rockwell Studio 5000

Siemens TIA Portal

EPLAN

BACnet/IP

Modbus TCP

Job description

SpaceXSI in a data-center facilities environment seeks an Automation and Controls Engineer to design, program, commission, and own plant controls. You will write robust control code, build operator interfaces, and ensure live systems run safely while expanding capacity.

Responsibilities include designing automation projects from sequence of operations to commissioning, developing PLC code for chillers, pumps, and air handlers, and integrating with site BMS.