Lead Data Center Systems Engineer (BMS/EPMS)

Ascent; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascent, LLC seeks a Data Center Technician/Controls Technician to support mission-critical infrastructure. You will test, commission, and diagnose BAS/EPMS systems including DCIM, Electrical, HVAC, and related networks, while leading configuration efforts and coordinating with vendors and project teams.

You will analyze system communications, assist in design work, and produce as-built documentation, while upholding safety standards and collaborating with facility operators on site.

Qualifications

• 4+ years as a Data Center Technician or Controls Technician
• High School Diploma required; related certification preferred
• Knowledge of Building Management Systems (BMS)
• Familiar with BACNET/LON/MODBUS protocols
• Experience with TCP/IP networks and RS-485
• Proficient with Windows 10 and standard office software
• Desire to read Visio drawings and schematics
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to travel as required

Responsibilities

• Test, commission, and diagnose BAS systems including DCIM, Electrical, HVAC
• Analyze and optimize communication issues with BMS/EPMS/DCIM
• Assist in design and configuration of BAS and EPMS per contract
• Lead TCP/IP and RS-485 network configuration on controls devices
• Complete project documentation and trend logs
• Produce as-builts with updated markups and closeout docs
• Collaborate with facility technicians and building operators on operating data center environments
• Serve as SME for client sites
• Adhere to safety measures on data center sites
• Coordinate with vendors, clients and project teams
• Follow project timelines and required processes
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Skills

BMS knowledge

BACNET/LON/MODBUS protocols

TCP/IP networking

Reading Visio drawings

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Controls/Instrumentation/Electronics technician cert (preferred)

Tools

Windows 10

MS Office/Visio

DDC/PLC ladder logic

Job description

Ascent, LLC seeks a Data Center Technician/Controls Technician to support mission-critical infrastructure. You will test, commission, and diagnose BAS/EPMS systems including DCIM, Electrical, HVAC, and related networks, while leading configuration efforts and coordinating with vendors and project teams.

You will analyze system communications, assist in design work, and produce as-built documentation, while upholding safety standards and collaborating with facility operators on site.