Senior Data Center Controls Engineer - PLC/SCADA & Efficiency

Google; Monrovia (IN); On-site; USD 122,000 - 174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Job summary

Google seeks a Data Center Plant Engineer, Controls to join the AI and Infrastructure team. You will oversee data center control systems, participate in maintenance, and lead critical troubleshooting efforts to minimize downtime.

You’ll collaborate with design engineers to implement scalable, reliable infrastructure across facilities. The role emphasizes reducing operational costs while improving data center efficiency, with a focus on safety, environmental standards, and proactive issue

Qualifications

• Associate degree or certified training in a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 7 years of experience in Controls/Automation in industrial or commercial environments.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and use OSHA safety equipment.
• Ability to work non-standard hours and shifts.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, and repair data center systems including PLCs, network equipment, SCADA and control systems.
• Provide leadership for critical system troubleshooting, commissioning, and repairs with minimal supervision.
• Respond to critical data center events and alarms as escalation point for operational issues.
• Monitor plant efficiency metrics such as PUE and WUE and lead site programs.
• Interact with design engineers to bring an operational mindset to new infrastructure discussions.

Skills

Controls/Automation

Electrical systems knowledge

Data center environment familiarity

Leadership and people management

Education

Associate degree or technical training

Tools

PLC/SCADA systems

BMS/PMS experience

Job description

Google seeks a Data Center Plant Engineer, Controls to join the AI and Infrastructure team. You will oversee data center control systems, participate in maintenance, and lead critical troubleshooting efforts to minimize downtime.

You’ll collaborate with design engineers to implement scalable, reliable infrastructure across facilities. The role emphasizes reducing operational costs while improving data center efficiency, with a focus on safety, environmental standards, and proactive issue