Senior HVAC Controls Engineer – Remote/Data Center

Switch; Las Vegas (NV); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Remote opportunities

Job summary

Switch is seeking a Controls Engineer III to lead deployment, programming, optimization, and support of Building Management Systems across its data centers. You will own complex controls projects from design through commissioning, ensuring reliability, efficiency, and compliance with safety and change management standards.

The role requires strong HVAC controls expertise, independent technical judgment, and the ability to travel domestically and internationally to support projects.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years of experience installing, programming, and maintaining HVAC building management systems.
• Strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems in data centre or critical facility environments.
• Experience with transformers, air handling units, cooling towers, pumping systems, and chilled water systems.
• Ability to read blueprints, wiring diagrams, and control schematics.
• Experience working safely around live electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sequences of operation for HVAC and power-related control systems.
• Program, install, and commission BMS control devices and supporting infrastructure.
• Conduct functional testing and system validation for new and modified installations.
• Maintain BMS databases, graphics, trends, and technical documentation.
• Create and update as-built wiring diagrams and control schematics.
• Lead assigned controls projects, including planning, execution, and quality assurance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex controls and system performance issues.
• Coordinate with Data Center Operations, Construction, IT, vendors, and customers.
• Support after-hours response and emergency system issues when required.
• Follow established safety standards and change management processes.
• Provide technical guidance to junior Controls Engineers.

Skills

HVAC controls

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Wiring diagrams

Live equipment safety

MS Word & Excel

Domestic & international travel

Education

Electrical engineering degree

HVAC controls certifications

Job description

Switch is seeking a Controls Engineer III to lead deployment, programming, optimization, and support of Building Management Systems across its data centers. You will own complex controls projects from design through commissioning, ensuring reliability, efficiency, and compliance with safety and change management standards.

The role requires strong HVAC controls expertise, independent technical judgment, and the ability to travel domestically and internationally to support projects.