Senior Controls Engineer - Data Center Automation & Commissioning

NCSL International

Reston (VA)

Hybrid

USD 100,000 - 130,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

E Tech Group is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to support design, deployment, testing, and maintenance of control system projects for data centers and critical facilities. The role involves collaboration with clients and internal teams, along with frequent status updates to management and customers.

Responsibilities include designing documentation, performing bench tests on PLC/HMI/SCADA, and coordinating with installation teams.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent.
7+ years of control system industry experience.
Ability to work independently with a very organized and methodical approach.
Basic understanding of control system network topologies.
Instrumentation calibration / startup experience.
Experience commissioning in live environments.
Willingness to travel 30-50% (mostly local with remote support).

Responsibilities

Serve as a team member supporting the execution of project work from design through implementation.
Develop/modify design documentation drawing packages, method of procedures, sequence of operations, testing scripts.
Perform quality checks and bench testing of PLC, HMI, & SCADA programs.
Provide onsite and remote support commissioning system design changes.
Work with installation company to monitor progress, QA/QC installation, test procedures, document, and communicate with team progress observations.
Adapt to a flexible work schedule & travel, if necessary, to participate in the design, development, and start-up of control systems at the clients facility.
Be an ambassador who embodies our Core Values, prioritizing the success of E Tech Group, our clients, and the professional development of our associates.