Senior Global Controls Systems Engineer

Super Micro Computer Spain, S.L.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Supermicro is seeking a Controls Systems Engineer to design, implement, and maintain a multi-site controls and automation solution spanning global facilities for rack integration, burn-in, and cooling infrastructure.

The role blends hands-on device connectivity and protocol configuration with system-wide architecture, data-driven analytics, and cross-functional collaboration with Facilities, Production, IT, and software teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Controls, Computer Engineering, or related discipline.
• 7+ years of experience in industrial controls, building automation, or data-centre systems integration.
• Deep familiarity with BACnet, Modbus TCP/IP, SNMP, and related protocols.
• Experience designing or deploying BMS/SCADA systems (e.g., Ignition SCADA, Niagara, Tridium, Wonderware).
• Strong background in database integration and data logging architecture.
• Proficient in Python or scripting for automation/configuration within SCADA/BMS frameworks.
• Working knowledge of network architecture and IP management.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement a multi-site controls architecture across global facilities.
• Define network topology, redundancy, and high-availability for control nodes and servers.
• Develop and maintain standardized frameworks for BACnet, Modbus, SNMP, OPC-UA.
• Commission and configure sensors, meters, cooling controllers, and I/O devices on secured networks.
• Architect centralized telemetry database and data-retention policies.
• Collaborate with software teams to build dashboards and user interfaces for multiple user groups.
• Participate in construction/retrofit projects to embed controls standards from design to commissioning.

Job description

Supermicro is seeking a Controls Systems Engineer to design, implement, and maintain a multi-site controls and automation solution spanning global facilities for rack integration, burn-in, and cooling infrastructure.

The role blends hands-on device connectivity and protocol configuration with system-wide architecture, data-driven analytics, and cross-functional collaboration with Facilities, Production, IT, and software teams.