Data Center Controls Engineer

Fluidstack

Lubbock (TX)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 120,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Equity eligibility

Retirement plan

Health insurance

Generous PTO

Job summary

Fluidstack is seeking a motivated Controls Engineer to design, program, commission, and maintain building automation systems across our mission-critical data centers. The role blends hands-on field work with engineering tasks and requires collaboration with Central Engineering and Operations to ensure reliable HVAC and electrical system performance.

You will work with BMS platforms such as Ignition, Metasys, Niagara, and EcoStruxure, and support commissioning, sequence development, and

Qualifications

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Controls Engineering, Building Automation, or related field — OR equivalent vocational training and directly relevant experience.
Minimum 3–5 years of hands-on experience in building automation, controls, or instrumentation in a commercial, industrial, or mission-critical facility environment.
Working knowledge of at least one major BMS/BAS platform (Ignition preferred, Schneider EcoStruxure, Metasys, Niagara, or equivalent) and control system communication protocols including BACnet IP/MSTP and Modbus TCP/RTU.
Ability to read and interpret control drawings, wiring schematics, P&IDs, one-line diagrams, and equipment data sheets; proficiency with standard field test and calibration tools.
Familiarity with HVAC Sequences of Operations concepts, NEC wiring requirements, and NFPA 70E electrical safety and LOTO/LOTOTO procedures.
Strong attention to detail, solid documentation habits, and ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on BMS/BAS controllers, field devices, sensors, actuators, and control panels while maintaining accurate as-built documentation.
Diagnose and resolve BMS, EPMS, and equipment-level control faults using front-end software and field test tools including multimeters, loop calibrators, and clamp meters.
Navigate and configure BMS platforms (Ignition, Metasys, Niagara, EcoStruxure) including point mapping, alarm configuration, setpoint adjustments, and basic graphics updates.
Support PLC/HMI troubleshooting, PID loop tuning, trend log analysis, and integration between BMS, EPMS, DCIM, and equipment control systems across BACnet, Modbus, and SNMP.
Execute commissioning activities including point-to-point verification, loop calibration, functional performance testing, and documentation for new construction and retrofit projects.
Ensure full compliance with NFPA 70E electrical safety standards, site LOTO procedures, and formal change management processes including MOPs and CMMS documentation.