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Senior Controls Engineer – Thermal Systems
$115,000 - 150,000
Johnson Controls
Hale Drive 15576, New Freedom
$115,000 - 150,000
Requirements
Must:
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related field
- Over 7 years of experience in controls engineering, with a minimum of 4 years in data center or mission-critical facility applications
- Exceptional proficiency in PLC and DDC programming (Tridium Niagara, Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or similar platforms)
- Strong knowledge of chiller plant optimization, psychrometrics, and hydronic system design
- Familiarity with industrial communication protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, SNMP, and OPC-UA
- Understanding of ASHRAE guidelines for data centers (TC 9.9 Thermal Guidelines, Standard 90.4)
- Proven ability to read and interpret P&IDs, control diagrams, and electrical schematics
- Preferred: Masters degree in Engineering or a related discipline
- Preferred: Experience with liquid cooling systems including rear-door heat exchangers and immersion cooling
- Preferred: Knowledge of power monitoring, PUE optimization, and energy management strategies
- Preferred: Professional Engineer (PE) license and relevant certifications such as Niagara 4 Technical Certification or Certified Energy Manager (CEM)
- Preferred: Experience with high-performance computing (HPC) thermal requirements and familiarity with cybersecurity best practices for operational technology (OT) networks
Responsibilities
- Lead the design and development of control systems for chiller plants, cooling distribution units (CDUs), and liquid cooling loops
- Create control strategies that optimize energy efficiency while maintaining precise temperature and humidity levels
- Develop logic for variable-speed pump and fan control and ensure proper thermal load balancing
- Oversee system integration with Building Management Systems (BMS) and Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM) platforms
- Manage commissioning activities including I/O checkout, loop tuning, and functional performance testing
- Establish test protocols for factory and site acceptance testing (FAT and SAT)
- Serve as a subject matter expert in controls engineering for complex data center projects
- Provide mentorship to junior engineers on controls best practices and troubleshooting techniques
- Collaborate with mechanical engineers and project managers to devise effective control solutions
- Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies for optimization and predictive maintenance initiatives
- Support the development of standardized control sequences and reusable code libraries
Description
We are looking for a seasoned Senior Controls Engineer to spearhead the design, development, and enhancement of control systems tailored for data center cooling infrastructures. This crucial role focuses on delivering innovative thermal management solutions compatible with advanced GPU clusters and liquid cooling systems. We prioritize candidates who possess extensive experience in building automation and industrial controls, as well as a solid understanding of HVAC systems and the particular challenges of mission-critical environments. Joining our collaborative team offers you the chance to work on groundbreaking projects in a supportive setting with opportunities for professional growth, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package.
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