Project Engineer - BMS & Controls (Data Centers)

Jacobs; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in digital infrastructure is seeking a Project Engineer to manage Building Management Systems within mission-critical data centers. This role involves coordinating projects, ensuring compliance with specifications, and providing technical documentation to enhance system performance and efficiency.

Benefits

Flexible work schedules

Educational reimbursement

Retirement benefits

Health benefits

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in BMS/controls engineering.
• Strong knowledge of BMS platforms like Schneider Electric, Siemens, etc.
• Understanding of data center infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, installation, commissioning of BMS.
• Coordinate project delivery with teams and vendors.
• Perform system testing and troubleshooting.

Skills

BMS platforms knowledge

Control logic programming

SCADA systems familiarity

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Controls Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

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Job Description

Your Impact:

Our Digital Infrastructure Group has been at the forefront of creating a new generation of communication infrastructure for over 40 years. We specialize in everything from network development to complete telecom life cycle solutions, datacenter retrofits and modernization, to full datacenter buildouts. While these critical environments are ever changing, the demand for innovative technology and long-term support remains constant. These services include design, construction, updates, and maintenance of new and existing datacenter facilities.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled Project Engineer to lead and support Building Management Systems (BMS) and Controls Engineering projects within mission-critical data center environments. This role involves overseeing the design, installation, commissioning, and integration of BMS and control systems to ensure optimal performance, energy efficiency, and reliability.

Key Responsibilities:

· Project Engineering & Execution

o Participate in the technical execution of BMS and controls projects from design through commissioning.

o Coordinate with internal teams, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure timely and quality delivery.

o Review and interpret engineering drawings, control schematics, and specifications.

o Develop and review control system architecture, I/O lists, and network topologies.

o Specify and configure controllers, sensors, actuators, and communication protocols (e.g., BACnet, Modbus, LonWorks ).

o Integrate BMS with other systems such as HVAC, fire alarm, security, and power monitoring.

o Support field installation, wiring, and panel fabrication.

o Perform system testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning activities.

o Ensure compliance with project specifications, industry standards, and safety regulations.

o Prepare technical documentation including submittals, RFIs, redlines, and as-built drawings.

o Maintain project schedules, progress reports, and issue logs.

o Support handover and training for operations and maintenance teams.

Our health and welfare benefit are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Typical benefits offered include flexible work schedules and opportunities to work remotely, educational reimbursement, retirement benefits, employee stock purchase plan, health benefits, disability benefits, life and accident insurance, voluntary benefits, paid time off and paid holidays, and parental leave. Salary offer is geographic dependent.

Here's What You'll Need:

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering , Mechanical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in BMS/controls engineering, preferably in data center or mission-critical environments.
• Strong knowledge of BMS platforms (e.g., Schneider Electric, Siemens, Honeywell, Johnson Controls).
• Familiarity with control logic programming, SCADA systems, and HMI development.
• Understanding of data center infrastructure, including HVAC, electrical systems, and redundancy requirements.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, or similar design tools.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Essential Functions: Intermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, and lifting to 20 pounds. Hand manipulation is required for grasping, pushing and pulling, and fine manipulation. Right and/or left hands utilized. Need to reach and/or work above the shoulder, as well as below the shoulder for same. Must be alert to equipment in the field, there will be travel, will work near construction job site equipment when in the field, occasional need to work near hazardous equipment and machinery, occasional need to walk on uneven ground, exposure to dust, gas or fumes, exposure to noise, extremes in temperature or humidity, and work at heights.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering , Mechanical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related field.

• 3+ years of experience in BMS/controls engineering, preferably in data center or mission-critical environments.

• Strong knowledge of BMS platforms (e.g., Schneider Electric, Siemens, Honeywell, Johnson Controls).

• Familiarity with control logic programming, SCADA systems, and HMI development.

• Understanding of data center infrastructure, including HVAC, electrical systems, and redundancy requirements.

• Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, or similar design tools.

• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Essential Functions: Intermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, and lifting to 20 pounds. Hand manipulation is required for grasping, pushing and pulling, and fine manipulation. Right and/or left hands utilized. Need to reach and/or work above the shoulder, as well as below the shoulder for same. Must be alert to equipment in the field, there will be travel, will work near construction job site equipment when in the field, occasional need to work near hazardous equipment and machinery, occasional need to walk on uneven ground, exposure to dust, gas or fumes, exposure to noise, extremes in temperature or humidity, and work at heights.

Primary Location

Primary Location

: United States-Pennsylvania-Philadelphia-20346-PLPA