Regional Data Center Controls Quality Engineer

Quality Technology Services, LLC; Suwanee (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) retirement plan

HSA & FSA

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Quality Technology Services, LLC is seeking a Regional Principal DCIM – Controls Build Quality Engineer (CBQE) to lead on-site quality for building management and control systems in data center construction. You will drive standardization, manage CSI performance, and act as owner’s escalation for controls issues.

The role demands a strong controls engineering and project-management background to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant BMS, EPMS, PLC, and SCADA implementations across projects.

Qualifications

• 7+ years experience in instrumentation and controls programming/installation, MEP coordination, project management, and commissioning for large buildings.
• 3+ years experience with programming/designing HVAC control systems and electrical power monitoring.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent, or relevant work experience.
• Experience with industrial automation and building management control systems (PLC/DDC).

Responsibilities

• Oversee System Integrator selection, evaluation, and performance across project phases.
• Lead BMS/C&I leads and contractors; manage commercial terms and audits.
• Coordinate and manage factory-installed controls audits and BMS commissioning audits.
• Facilitate large multi-stakeholder and cross-functional meetings to track status and risks.
• Ensure adherence to DIV25 specs and design deliverables.
• Perform inspections of BMS, PLC, and SCADA installations and commissioning.

Skills

Instrumentation & Controls

MEP coordination

Project management

Commissioning

HVAC controls

Electrical power monitoring

PLC/SCADA knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

Autodesk

CxAlloy

ACC Build

Procore

Rockwell

Inductive Automation Ignition

PLC

SCADA

Job description

US GA Atlanta Suwanee 1 DC1

R2026-0768

The Regional Principal DCIM – Controls Build Quality Engineer (CBQE) is a key on-site leader responsible for ensuring the successful, high-quality implementation of Building Management Systems (BMS), Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS), PLC systems, and SCADA platforms for new data center construction projects. This role manages relationships and workstreams with key partners, drives standardization, validates system integrity from design through commissioning and turnover, and acts as the owner’s point of escalation for controls-related issues. The ideal candidate leverages a strong background in controls engineering and project management to ensure all controls systems are safe, reliable, and meet QTS’s stringent design and quality standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Other duties may be assigned.

System Integrator Oversight

• Support the selection, evaluation, and commercial review of General Contractor System Integrators (CSI) and controls contractors.
• Lead and manage CSI performance throughout all project phases, including calibrations, quality assurance, and resolution of escalated issues.
• Serve as the primary point of escalation for system integrator quality concerns and drive issue resolution to closure.

Project Leadership & Management

• Onboard and lead General Contractor BMS Leads, CSI, and Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) controls contractors.
• Support commercial terms and conditions review and evaluation.
• Coordinate and manage packaged equipment factory-installed controls audits and BMS commissioning audits, tracking deficiencies to completion.
• Facilitate large multi-stakeholder meetings and weekly cross-functional (XFN) meetings with internal and external teams to align on project status, risks, and next steps.
• Review, understand, and ensure project-level adherence to the issued revision of the DIV25 specification and all design deliverables.

Quality Assurance & Standardization

• Drive consistency and standardization across all buildings, system integrators, and installation contractors, ensuring alignment with QTS standards and specifications.
• Perform BMS, PLC, and SCADA inspections (wiring, installation, commissioning) and validate project status and progress.
• Oversee installation and build quality of PLC systems and SCADA platforms.
• Ensure the quality and functionality of BMS and SCADA implementations, including graphical interface alarms, trends, and graphics.
• Provide on-site commissioning (Cx) support, including vendor calibrations and witness testing.
• Support the project benchmark and mock-up process to ensure consistency.
• Work with Construction Managers and General Contractors to ensure the creation, accuracy, and maintenance of logical schedules for all controls activities.

Risk Mitigation & Continuous Improvement

• Identify and mitigate risks associated with controls architecture, including single
• points of failure and redundancy requirements.
• Support custom tooling and integration into construction processes.
• Support cross-functional program initiatives that impact controls delivery.
• Leverage project data to identify early finish dates for detailed design delivery.

Documentation & Issue Management

• Manage issue resolution from identification to closure, ensuring all issues are documented, tracked, and resolved in a timely manner.
• Support RFI creation, tracking, and timely closure.
• Document and communicate controls-related issues and resolutions to all stakeholders.

Site Visits & Field Activities

• Conduct regular site visits to assess installation quality, commissioning progress, and system integrator performance.
• Provide hands-on support for installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting of
• BMS, PLC, and SCADA systems.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• 7+ years of experience in instrumentation and controls programming/installation, general contractor MEP coordination/project management, and commissioning (mechanical and electrical) of data centers or other large-scale mission-critical buildings.
• 3+ years of experience with programming/designing HVAC control systems andelectrical power monitoring.
• Bachelor’s degree (Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent) orrelevant work experience.
• Experience with industrial automation and building management control systems (PLC/DDC).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience with Autodesk, CxAlloy, ACC Build, and Procore platforms.

Experience with PLC, SCADA, and OPC UA systems.

Certifications: cGMP, CAP (Certified Automation Professional), PMP (Project Management Professional).

Experience with Rockwell and Inductive Automation Ignition platforms.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Excellent communication and coordination skills with internal and external stakeholders.

Proven ability to lead and mentor others.

Culturally aligned to humility, objectivity, and collaborative problem-solving.

Strong project management and documentation control skills.

Able to balance hands-on technical work with strategic leadership responsibilities.

TOTAL REWARDS

This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; paid time off; paid volunteer days; employee assistance program; tuition assistance; parental leave; military leave assistance; QTS scholarship for dependents; wellness program, and other company benefits. This role is bonus eligible and may be eligible for equity.

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