Data Center Design Controls Engineer

Meta; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 195,000 - 267,000; Full time

Job summary

Meta seeks a dedicated Controls Engineer Design Lead to enhance the efficiency of its data centers. This full-time position demands expertise in control systems and a commitment to quality construction and operations, shaping reliable infrastructure to support Meta's technological foundation. Strong collaborative skills are essential for interfacing with various stakeholders and ensuring project milestones are met efficiently.

Benefits

Bonus and equity options

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience with mission critical control systems development and operations.
• Proficiency in BACnet and Modbus protocols.
• Demonstrated ability to navigate multiple projects and competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and construction as a domain expert for data centers.
• Manage project scopes through concept to delivery while ensuring quality and budget compliance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across engineering, construction, and operations.

Skills

Mission critical control system design

Building codes and safety standards

BACnet protocol

Modbus protocol

Analytical and troubleshooting skills

Presentation skills

Education

15+ years of experience in relevant fields

Tools

Google Suite

Revit/BIM

Bluebeam

Autodesk

Job description

Meta

Data Center

Infrastructure

Data Center Operations

Meta is seeking a Controls Engineer Design Lead experienced in the design and construction of critical facilities to become part of our data center design team. Our data centers are the foundation upon which our software operates. Building and operating reliable and efficient data centers is essential to support the growth of Meta. The data center design team collaborates with multiple key stakeholders to ensure engineering and design of our data centers incorporate considerations from micro-levels (servers and IT equipment design requirements) to macro-levels (mechanical cooling and power distribution options) to ensure maximum efficiency and reliability of our compute infrastructure.As an integral part of the Design team, this role will lead design and construction administration as an Owner Representative leading the Controls Engineer discipline as a subject matter expert. The Controls Engineer will collaborate with multiple stakeholders including internal partners such as Engineering, Construction Management, Quality, Safety, and Operations as well as external partners including Engineers of Record (EoR), general contractors, and regulatory agencies to deliver data center capacity safely, on time, within budget, and of high quality. This position is full-time providing direction aligned with the pace of fast-tracked construction.

Lead projects through concept, schematic, design development, construction documents, construction administration and turn-over as Controls technical domain lead on new builds (greenfield), leased facility and retrofits projects.

Lead quality approval, process control, product evaluation, vendor proposals, automated testing, software, research and development.

Responsible for controls systems strategies, design, specifications, programming, simulation, testing as well as vendor and commissioning oversight.

Prepare and issue Request for Proposals (RFP), analyze and make award recommendations, manage and administer project/program level contracts, review/approve change cost proposals, value engineering proposals, invoices, shop drawings, submittals, requests for information, reports/audits/studies and other design related deliverables.

Lead development and initiate standards and methods for processes, control logic and sequences, testing, evaluation, and integration.

Review BMS change management and provide feedback.

Collaborate with multiple teams across different disciplines internally and externally. Hold EoR teams accountable on deliverables and performance by providing actionable feedback, including from other stakeholders such as Construction, and by participating in the project health reviews.

In collaboration with stakeholders, analyze forward thinking ideas to identify and mitigate risks, and embedding lessons learned into current and future products.

Close collaboration and engagement with the Quality Team, with focus on area walk downs, critical benchmarks, systems integration and operation, issue resolution, commissioning script review and implementation, and providing technical support and guidance on Design related matters.

Support Facilities Engineering and Operations Team on knowledge sharing, technical guidance and system operation of Design throughout the project schedule.

Drive project schedules while working closely with design and construction to ensure milestones and completion dates are on track. Drive opportunities to compress schedules proactively and in response to business needs.

Develop facility and vendor commissioning tests and standards for BMS project training close out efforts.

Travel to datacenter sites for engineering studies, mechanical/electrical systems audits, startup testing, and full commissioning, as required.

Travel to various equipment and bench testing sites, as well as remotely located design working sessions.

Respond on an as-needed basis to emergencies.

Minimum Qualifications

15+ years of experience with mission critical control system design, development, construction and operations

Experience with industry standards, building codes and safety standards

Experience with Google Suite, Revit/BIM, Bluebeam, Autodesk, or similar design software applications

Experience of BACnet protocol to include IP, ETH and MS/TP

Experience of Modbus protocol to include TCP, and RTU

Knowledge of thermodynamics and psychrometrics

Knowledge of electrical systems and schematics. Low voltage and high voltage

Experience establishing working relationships and navigating competing priorities

Knowledge of Networking Server/Client Workstations

Proven analytical and troubleshooting skills

Presentation skills to peers, stakeholders and leadership. Demonstrated track record of crafting clear and concise emails, reports & documents for a broad range of stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

Experience as an Owner’s Representative

Knowledge of BAS, DDC, and PLC programming language

Certifications in various control systems including Network Plus (N+) certification

IT and server hardware background

Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM) understanding and working knowledge

Schneider Electric PLC/Unity Pro experience

SCADA understanding and working knowledge

OPC UA understanding and working knowledge

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About Meta

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.

$195,000/year to $267,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.

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