Remote BMS Controls Lead — Hyperscale Data Centers

X4 Engineering; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 170,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

X4 Engineering is building next‑generation AI data center infrastructure. We are seeking a BMS Controls Lead to own the building controls layer of our global reference design and set the standard for how controls are built, deployed, and scaled across our fleet.

This role leads BMS engineering, defines sequences, governs networks, and drives scalable, data‑first plant optimization across our fleet, while guiding vendors and integrators to strict specifications.

Qualifications

• Proven track record leading BMS or controls for hyperscale data centers or large industrial plants.
• Ability to write sequences of operation trusted by operations teams.
• Experience managing third-party integrators to strict specs and test protocols.
• Focus on telemetry and analytics as core outputs of design.

Responsibilities

• Lead BMS Controls Engineering: own the building controls architecture for the reference design.
• Own the Standards: define sequences of operation, IO points, and network architectures.
• Drive Vendor & Integrator Strategy: hold integrators and platforms to spec.
• Carry the Complex Logic: architect plant optimization and failover/demand response features.
• Grow & Scale the Team: develop standards and mentor growing staff.

Skills

BMS/Controls leadership

Data center engineering

Telemetry mindset

Tools

Tridium Niagara

BACnet

Siemens

Job description

X4 Engineering is building next‑generation AI data center infrastructure. We are seeking a BMS Controls Lead to own the building controls layer of our global reference design and set the standard for how controls are built, deployed, and scaled across our fleet.

This role leads BMS engineering, defines sequences, governs networks, and drives scalable, data‑first plant optimization across our fleet, while guiding vendors and integrators to strict specifications.