Senior Principal Controls Engineer - Data Center Automation

Jabil; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Jabil is seeking a highly experienced Sr. Principal Controls Engineer to lead the design and optimization of advanced control systems within data center infrastructure. The role involves managing automation systems, driving system architecture and integration, and collaborating with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience in control systems, excellent interpersonal skills, and strong expertise in PLC and HMI systems. This position allows for remote work or being based in Austin, TX.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in control system design and implementation.
• Deep expertise in PLC/IPC programming (Allen‑Bradley, Siemens, Schneider, Beckhoff).
• Experience with SCADA/HMI development across multiple platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and implementation of control systems across critical infrastructure platforms.
• Define and own the control system architecture ensuring scalability and reliability.
• Integrate control systems with BMS, EPMS, SCADA, MES, ensuring data flow.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Self‑motivated

Analytical skills

Ability to influence stakeholders

Knowledge of PLC/IPC programming

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

EPLAN

AutoCAD

Windchill

SolidWorks

Job description

Jabil is seeking a highly experienced Sr. Principal Controls Engineer to lead the design and optimization of advanced control systems within data center infrastructure. The role involves managing automation systems, driving system architecture and integration, and collaborating with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience in control systems, excellent interpersonal skills, and strong expertise in PLC and HMI systems. This position allows for remote work or being based in Austin, TX.