Data Center Controls Engineer — BMS/EPMS Expert

Google; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 144,000 - 208,000; Full time

Job summary

Google is seeking a Controls or Systems Engineer with mastery of Building Management Systems (BMS), EPMS and ICS to execute and deliver third‑party data center projects. You will act as the primary on‑site technical authority for automation, ensuring the integration of mechanical, electrical and cooling systems aligns with the design intent and enables reliable operation.

As Lead Technical POC during construction, you will support field technicians and contractors, resolve sequence issues, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 5 years of experience as a program manager or technical program manager.
• 5 years of experience in controls engineering, automation, or systems integration within industrial or mission-critical environments.
• 5 years of experience in BMS/EPMS architectures (including DDC, PLC, virtual machines, and SCADA systems) and with communication protocols including BACnet, Modbus, and SNMP.

Responsibilities

• Provide design development oversight and ensure owner’s requirements are met, act as the definitive resource for integrators and contractors to resolve ambiguities in sequence of operations (SOO), IOLs, and network topology diagrams.
• Perform periodic site walk-throughs to verify the physical installation, ensuring correct placement for accurate readings.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies between design intent and field conditions to prevent commissioning delays, ensuring hardware matches programmed logic.
• Ensure all installations meet local electrical codes, cybersecurity hardening standards, Google standards, and project-specific automation requirements.
• Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams for resolution of sequence issues, controls intent and changes to the SOO during the construction process.

Skills

on-site operations

cross-functional collaboration

communication skills

travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

5 years PM/TPM experience

5 years controls engineering/automation experience

5 years BMS/EPMS/SCADA with BACnet/Modbus/SNMP

Tools

DDC

PLC

SCADA

BACnet

Modbus

SNMP

Job description

Google is seeking a Controls or Systems Engineer with mastery of Building Management Systems (BMS), EPMS and ICS to execute and deliver third‑party data center projects. You will act as the primary on‑site technical authority for automation, ensuring the integration of mechanical, electrical and cooling systems aligns with the design intent and enables reliable operation.

As Lead Technical POC during construction, you will support field technicians and contractors, resolve sequence issues, and