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BW Design Group · 7 hours ago

Controls Engineer - Data Center

Dallas, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$100K/yr - $150K/yr

5+ years exp

BW Design Group is an industry leader in system integration, recognized for its commitment to innovation and excellence. As a Data Center Automation Engineer, you will collaborate with experienced engineers to deliver high-reliability automation solutions tailored for mission-critical data center environments, driving operational excellence and energy efficiency.

Industrial Automation

Hiring Manager

Carolyn George

Responsibilities

Engineer, design, and program Data Center Building Automation Systems (BAS, BMS) and Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS), with expertise in platforms such as Rockwell Studio 5000, Inductive Automation Ignition, Siemens or Schneider, and industry standards like BACnet and Modbus

Execute the full lifecycle of complex BAS and EPMS projects—from requirements gathering and system architecture through implementation, commissioning, and client turnover

Use industry knowledge and trends to guide teams on BAS and EPMS designs and standards for a diverse set of clients and projects

Contribute to the development of enterprise-wide standards and best practices for building automation and power monitoring, focusing on scalability, cybersecurity, redundancy, and operational efficiency in data center applications

Serve as a partner to clients, translating technical needs into engineered solutions, communicating effectively with stakeholders, and building long-term relationships through the consistent delivery of high-value results

Champion innovation in BAS/EPMS technologies, continuously evaluating emerging tools, protocols, and strategies to improve system resilience, energy efficiency, and fault diagnostics

Qualification

Building Automation SystemsElectrical Power Monitoring SystemsRockwell Studio 5000Inductive Automation IgnitionBACnetModbusField InstrumentationIndustrial NetworkingSCADA ArchitecturesAnalytical MindsetInterest in Emerging TechnologySCADA DesignNetwork EngineeringExceptional CommunicationFlexibilityProject Management

Required

Minimum of 5 years of progressive engineering experience in building automation, electrical power monitoring systems (EPMS), and integrated controls within mission-critical environments—especially data centers

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Control Systems Engineering or similar

Expertise in BAS and EPMS platforms and PLC, such as Rockwell Studio 5000, Inductive Automation Ignition, Siemens or Schneider, and industry standards like BACnet and Modbus

Experience with field instrumentation, industrial networking, system integration, Panel Design and SCADA architectures used for environmental and electrical system monitoring

Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to interface effectively with both technical teams and executive-level clients, translating technical requirements into strategic solutions

Analytical mindset with advanced troubleshooting abilities, capable of resolving complex operational challenges and delivering innovative, reliable, and secure solutions

Flexibility and willingness to travel for project execution, FAT/SFAT, and commissioning activities

Knowledge of datacenter/mission critical commissioning requirements L1-L5

Experience with datacenter and mission critical greenfield construction

Interest in emerging control system technology and willingness to learn and contribute in a team environment

Proficient in using revision/version control systems (e.g., Git, SVN) to manage automation code, drawings, and configuration files. Skilled in tracking changes, maintaining version history, and supporting collaborative development environments