Mechanical Engineer

JGT Global; South Carolina; On-site; USD 225,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a seasoned Controls System Engineer to lead the development of intelligent infrastructure systems for AI factories in South Carolina. Responsibilities include managing BMS/SCADA systems, leading a team of engineers, and integrating emerging technologies for operational optimization. Ideal candidates will have 10–15 years of experience in automation with strong communication and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• 10–15+ years in mission-critical systems automation.
• Hands-on experience with BMS/SCADA systems.
• Strong communicator with leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement control systems architecture.
• Lead a team of controls, instrumentation, and automation engineers.
• Collaborate closely with cybersecurity teams.

Skills

Control systems architecture

BMS/SCADA experience

Leadership

Communication

Emerging technologies

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical/Controls/Automation Engineering

Job description

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Base pay range

$250,000.00/yr - $250,000.00/yr

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We are seeking a seasoned and visionary Controls System Engineer to lead the development of intelligent infrastructure systems that ensure safe, efficient, and autonomous operation of the AI factory. This includes managing BMS/EPMS platforms, integrating telemetry, and deploying edge control and automation strategies.

The ideal candidate will be regarded as the in-house technical controls expert, driving a controls-first culture, enabling real-time infrastructure observability, predictive maintenance, and operational optimization across mechanical and electrical systems. Reporting to the Chief Engineer, this is an opportunity to work in a collaborative team where technical leadership of initiatives will be expected to achieve high quality outcomes.

Responsibilities:

• Define and implement the control systems architecture, including hardware (PLCs, sensors), software (SCADA, analytics), and network integration.
• Own evaluation and adoption of emerging technologies such as AI-driven controls, machine learning algorithms for anomaly detection, and advanced sensor integration to enhance automation and predictive capabilities.
• Lead a team of controls, instrumentation, and automation engineers.
• Design and commission BMS/EPMS/SCADA systems that support high-density compute and hybrid cooling.
• Establish standardized design, commissioning, and documentation protocols for controls systems to ensure consistency, safety, and scalability across multiple sites.
• Architect modular and scalable control solutions to support rapid expansion of AI infrastructure while minimizing integration complexity and downtime.
• Facilitate seamless integration of controls systems with mechanical, electrical, and IT teams, ensuring a compliant and cohesive operation of building infrastructure and data center environments.
• Collaborate closely with cybersecurity teams to implement secure network architectures, intrusion detection systems, and incident response plans specific to control environments.
• Develop digital twin and simulation environments for operational forecasting and risk management.
• Implement comprehensive telemetry and alerting frameworks that provide operators with actionable insights and rapid response capabilities.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical/Controls/Automation Engineering.
• 10–15+ years in mission-critical systems automation, with hands-on BMS/SCADA experience.
• Understanding of IT/OT convergence, network security, and telemetry frameworks.
• Experience with hyperscale or GPU-accelerated environments.
• Strong communicator with leadership experience
• Experience in rapid expansion of controls systems to support data center demand

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

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