Senior Controls Engineer - Data Center

SR2 | Socially Responsible Recruitment | Certified B Corporation™; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

SR2 is partnering with a leading hyperscale data centre operator to hire a Subject Matter Expert specializing in BMS and controls. This high-impact role spans global operations and aims to improve reliability, efficiency, and technical excellence in mission-critical environments.

You will lead incident response, support design reviews and commissioning, mentor site teams, and drive sustainability. A strong SME background in BMS/controls, experience with Ignition and Allen-Bradley PLCs, and a

Qualifications

• 5+ years in data centre operations or controls engineering.
• Experience with Ignition and Allen-Bradley PLCs.
• Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Strong problem solving and incident response skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as technical SME across BMS/controls systems within mission-critical environments
• Support design reviews, construction, and commissioning from an operational perspective
• Lead incident response, root cause analysis, and system recovery
• Drive improvements in efficiency, sustainability, and system reliability
• Develop and implement operational standards, runbooks, and best practices
• Partner cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and leadership teams
• Deliver training, mentoring, and development for site teams
• Support global site audits, M&A activity, and vendor management
• Evaluate and introduce next-generation technologies and innovations

Skills

Troubleshooting

Stakeholder comms

Operational excellence

Technical SME

Education

Bachelors in Mechanical/Electrical Eng

Tools

Ignition (Inductive Automation)

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Job description

SR2 are partnering with a leading hyperscale data centre operator to support the hire of a Subject Matter Expert (SME) specialising in BMS / Controls systems. This is a high-impact role working across global operations, driving reliability, efficiency, and technical excellence within critical environments.

This opportunity suits someone who thrives in complex, high-availability environments and wants to influence design, operations, and future technology adoption.

What you’ll be doing:

• Act as a technical SME across BMS / controls systems within mission-critical environments
• Support design reviews, construction, and commissioning from an operational perspective
• Lead incident response, root cause analysis, and system recovery
• Drive improvements in efficiency, sustainability, and system reliability
• Develop and implement operational standards, runbooks, and best practices
• Partner cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and leadership teams
• Deliver training, mentoring, and development for site teams
• Support global site audits, M&A activity, and vendor management
• Evaluate and introduce next-generation technologies and innovations

What we’re looking for:

• 5+ years’ experience in data centre operations or controls engineering within mission critical environments
• Experience with Ignition (Inductive Automation) and Allen Bradley PLC's
• Strong SME background in BMS / Controls (or mechanical/electrical systems)
• Deep understanding of critical infrastructure lifecycle
• Experience with drawings, specifications, and system sequences of operation
• Proven ability in troubleshooting, failure analysis, and performance optimisation
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience

Why apply?

• Strategic, high-visibility role influencing global operations
• Opportunity to shape future technologies and sustainability practices
• Work alongside a highly experienced leadership team
• Competitive salary + bonus + travel exposure