Mechanical Controls Engineer

Modius; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Modius Inc. seeks a Mechanical Systems Engineer with expertise in DCIM systems and mechanical engineering. You will support system design, implementation, and troubleshooting to enhance energy efficiency in critical facilities. The role demands strong collaboration skills and at least 5 years of relevant experience, including familiarity with HVAC technologies and DCIM platforms.

Benefits

Annual bonuses

Stock options

Health insurance coverage

Paid time off for vacation and sick days

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in mechanical systems design and controls.
• Hands-on experience with commissioning and troubleshooting.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer and troubleshoot DCIM software and hardware.
• Conduct on-site surveys for mechanical infrastructure.
• Collaborate with clients for design implementation.

Skills

HVAC

Mechanical Systems Design

Troubleshooting

Energy Efficiency

Technical Documentation

Field Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ACAD

Visio

Job description

· DCIM Systems Support : Administer, configure, and troubleshoot DCIM software and hardware systems to ensure operational integrity and uptime.

· Site Assessment & Design : Conduct on-site surveys to evaluate mechanical infrastructure (HVAC, airflow, automation components), and recommend improvements for reliability and energy efficiency.

· Mechanical Systems Engineering : Consult in the design and refinement of mechanical systems to meet cooling demands and physical constraints, ensuring alignment with energy and space efficiency goals.

· Field Collaboration : Partner with clients and their construction and installation teams to ensure accurate implementation of designs to ensure data integrity in our software.

· Commissioning & Testing : Participate in system startup and commissioning activities, verifying full integration of mechanical systems with controls and DCIM platforms.

· System Lifecycle Management : Help identify aging or underperforming systems, proposing upgrades or replacements for sustained performance.

· Standards & Documentation : Develop and maintain design specifications, BOMs, test plans, and system documentation for internal use and client delivery.

· Technical Leadership : Serve as a subject matter expert on mechanical systems for internal teams and external stakeholders.

· Troubleshooting : Advise best applications of DCIM software to diagnose and resolve issues in mechanical and control systems, supporting uptime and performance targets.

· Energy Optimization : Help identify and implement opportunities to enhance energy efficiency and reduce operational costs.

· Component Development : Support the design, testing, and deployment of components that interface across industrial and corporate networks.

· Project Planning : Contribute to conceptual design, execution strategies, cost estimation, and scheduling for new projects.

· Installation & Validation : Assist in the installation and commissioning of system/network-level controllers and validate end-to-end system functionality.

· Cross-functional Collaboration : Work with highly motivated engineers, project managers, and clients to ensure project success and customer satisfaction.

What do you get to do in this position?

· DCIM Systems Support : Administer, configure, and troubleshoot DCIM software and hardware systems to ensure operational integrity and uptime.

· Site Assessment & Design : Conduct on-site surveys to evaluate mechanical infrastructure (HVAC, airflow, automation components), and recommend improvements for reliability and energy efficiency.

· Mechanical Systems Engineering : Consult in the design and refinement of mechanical systems to meet cooling demands and physical constraints, ensuring alignment with energy and space efficiency goals.

· Field Collaboration : Partner with clients and their construction and installation teams to ensure accurate implementation of designs to ensure data integrity in our software.

· Commissioning & Testing : Participate in system startup and commissioning activities, verifying full integration of mechanical systems with controls and DCIM platforms.

· System Lifecycle Management : Help identify aging or underperforming systems, proposing upgrades or replacements for sustained performance.

· Standards & Documentation : Develop and maintain design specifications, BOMs, test plans, and system documentation for internal use and client delivery.

· Technical Leadership : Serve as a subject matter expert on mechanical systems for internal teams and external stakeholders.

· Troubleshooting : Advise best applications of DCIM software to diagnose and resolve issues in mechanical and control systems, supporting uptime and performance targets.

· Energy Optimization : Help identify and implement opportunities to enhance energy efficiency and reduce operational costs.

· Component Development : Support the design, testing, and deployment of components that interface across industrial and corporate networks.

· Project Planning : Contribute to conceptual design, execution strategies, cost estimation, and scheduling for new projects.

· Installation & Validation : Assist in the installation and commissioning of system/network-level controllers and validate end-to-end system functionality.

· Cross-functional Collaboration : Work with highly motivated engineers, project managers, and clients to ensure project success and customer satisfaction.

This job might be for you if you have:

·5+ years of experience in mechanical systems design, controls, and/or data center infrastructure.

·Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

·Familiarity with HVAC, BMS, BAS, and airflow management technologies.

·Hands-on experience with commissioning and troubleshooting mechanical/control systems

·Proficient in reading and creating technical drawings, schematics, and specifications.

·Knowledge of DCIM platforms and IT/OT network integration is essential.

·Understanding of industrial communication protocols such as Modbus, BACnet, or LON.

·Strong communication, collaboration, and documentation skills.

·Ability to travel regularly to customer sites across the U.S. (approximately 25% travel).

·Must be eligible to obtain necessary credentials for site access, which may include background checks, drug screenings, Homeland Security clearance, and/or a valid passport.

·Demonstrated advanced computer skills required, particularly ACAD, Visio etc.

Qualifications, Desirable:

• Field service leadership, providing emergency repairs, preventive maintenance, start-up services, and technical support nationwide.
• Strong communicator and technical writer, capable of developing commissioning scripts, test schedules, and operational procedures.
• Particular experience with Powerlogic, Tracer Summit, Tridium, Foreseer, JCI, WebCTRL, or Sitescan is a plus.
• Knowledge of and strategies for Internet Data Center Environments preferred.

Company Profile

Modius Inc. is a world leading end-to-end solution provider for managing the availability, capacity, and efficiency in the critical facilities of data centers, smart buildings, telecommunications and other IoT environments.

The Modius flagship offering, OpenData, provides all the tools needed to manage the performance of mission critical infrastructure, consolidate monitoring platforms, and provide meaningful analytics and dashboards, and all in a “single pane of glass.”

Compensation & Benefits

·Salary Range for role is $70,000-130,000

·The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Modius considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

·Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results

·Stock options are offered to full-time employees

·In addition, Modius provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or sick days

Keywords: DCIM systems, power management, building management systems (BMS), site technician, system engineer, building control, BAS, application engineer, site engineer, project engineer

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Software Development

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