Data Center Controls & Automation Lead

Wesco; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus plan

Commission plan

Benefits package

Job summary

Wesco, with Ascent now part of the team, seeks a Lead System Specialist for data center controls and automation. You will test, commission, and diagnose BAS/EPMS systems across critical facilities, configure networks, and coordinate with clients and internal teams to ensure optimal performance.

Responsibilities include leading documentation, supporting system design, and acting as SME at multiple sites, while maintaining safety and project timelines.

Qualifications

• BMS systems experience and relevant engineering background.
• TCP/IP and RS-485 networking knowledge required.
• Industrial automation and data center experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Test, commission, and diagnose BAS and EPMS systems in data centers.
• Analyze and optimize network and communication issues between BMS, EPMS, and DCIM.
• Lead documentation, project markups, and client site SME activities.

Skills

BMS knowledge

TCP/IP

RS-485

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Travel up to 50%

Reading drawings

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

High School Degree or Equivalent

Technical degree in Mechanical or HVAC

Tools

Visio

MS Office

Outlook

Windows 10

Job description

Wesco, with Ascent now part of the team, seeks a Lead System Specialist for data center controls and automation. You will test, commission, and diagnose BAS/EPMS systems across critical facilities, configure networks, and coordinate with clients and internal teams to ensure optimal performance.

Responsibilities include leading documentation, supporting system design, and acting as SME at multiple sites, while maintaining safety and project timelines.