Senior Data Center Controls & Automation Engineer

Hyper; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyper Solutions seeks a hands‑on Controls and Automation Engineer to design, build, validate and test control systems powering data center infrastructure. You will develop intelligent control layers for PDUs, RPPs, and switchboards, and lead FAT/SAT validation in a lab environment.

You’ll configure HMIs, integrate sensors and controllers, and document wiring, I/O lists, and test procedures while ensuring electrical safety standards are upheld. Hybrid work in Richmond, VA is available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• 5+ years of hands‑on experience with industrial control systems including controllers and HMIs.
• Experience developing HMI applications including screen design, scripting, and alarm configuration.
• Working knowledge of industrial protocols such as Modbus, BACnet, OPC-UA, and SNMP.
• Experience configuring and commissioning power metering and monitoring equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, single‑line diagrams, and wiring documentation.
• Experience executing system‑level and component‑level testing including FAT and SAT.
• Strong understanding of electrical safety practices including LOTO and NFPA 70E.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and validate control systems for power infrastructure products including PDUs, RPPs, and switchboards.
• Develop and configure HMI applications including screen design, alarm management, trending, and operator workflows.
• Install, configure, and test power meters, gateways, and controllers, ensuring proper communication and performance.
• Select, mount, and wire sensors including current transformers, voltage transducers, temperature probes, and environmental sensors.
• Execute full system builds integrating sensors, controllers, and HMIs into complete, functional products.
• Build and test hardware and software prototypes for new product development and customer-specific solutions.
• Execute FAT and SAT to validate system performance.
• Develop and maintain control system documentation including wiring diagrams, I/O lists, and test procedures.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure systems are manufacturable and field-ready.
• Follow and enforce electrical safety practices including LOTO procedures and arc flash safety standards.
• Support troubleshooting and root cause analysis of control system issues from the field.
• Contribute to internal standards, lab infrastructure, and testing methodologies.
• Participate in safety reviews and identify hazards in product designs and test setups.
• Partner with engineering and service teams to improve system reliability and performance.
• Assist in refining sensor strategies and control system requirements based on real-world usage.

Skills

Control systems

HMI development

Industrial protocols

Electrical safety

Lab testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Modbus

BACnet

OPC-UA

SNMP

Red Lion

Kepware

Ignition

Job description

Hyper Solutions seeks a hands‑on Controls and Automation Engineer to design, build, validate and test control systems powering data center infrastructure. You will develop intelligent control layers for PDUs, RPPs, and switchboards, and lead FAT/SAT validation in a lab environment.

You’ll configure HMIs, integrate sensors and controllers, and document wiring, I/O lists, and test procedures while ensuring electrical safety standards are upheld. Hybrid work in Richmond, VA is available.