Senior Data Center Controls Engineer (On-Site, 50% Travel)

Google; Papillion (NE); On-site; USD 144,000 - 208,000; Full time

Job summary

Google is seeking a Controls or Systems Engineer to lead on-site technical authority for BMS, EPMS, and ICS in our data center projects. You will ensure proper integration of mechanical, electrical, and cooling systems and serve as the primary POC for all related engineering questions during construction.

Responsibilities include design oversight, site walk-throughs, and ensuring code compliance and vendor coordination across multiple locations in the US. This role requires up to 50% travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering required.
• 5+ years as a program manager/technical program manager.
• 5+ years in controls engineering, automation, or systems integration.
• 5+ years in BMS/EPMS architectures with DDC, PLC, SCADA and BACnet/Modbus/SNMP.
• Ability to travel up to 50% for on-site support.

Responsibilities

• Provide design development oversight and resolve ambiguities in sequence of operations, IOLs, and network topology.
• Perform periodic site walk-throughs to verify installation and readings.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies between design intent and field conditions to prevent delays.
• Ensure installations meet local electrical codes and Google standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve sequence issues during construction.

Skills

Program management

Controls engineering

Industrial automation

Data center systems

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

DDC

PLC

SCADA

BMS/EPMS

ICS

BACnet

Modbus

SNMP

Job description

Google is seeking a Controls or Systems Engineer to lead on-site technical authority for BMS, EPMS, and ICS in our data center projects. You will ensure proper integration of mechanical, electrical, and cooling systems and serve as the primary POC for all related engineering questions during construction.

Responsibilities include design oversight, site walk-throughs, and ensuring code compliance and vendor coordination across multiple locations in the US. This role requires up to 50% travel.