Google · 3 hours ago
Data Center Mechanical and Controls Engineer
Reston, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$144K/yr - $211K/yr
5+ years expGoogle is a technology company that focuses on cutting-edge data center engineering. They are seeking a Data Center Mechanical and Controls Engineer to lead the commissioning life-cycle for mechanical systems, ensuring effective control of cooling and HVAC infrastructure while managing cross-functional partnerships and troubleshooting complex control issues.
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Responsibilities
Lead the end-to-end commissioning life-cycle for data center mechanical systems, ensuring validation of Building Management Systems (BMS) and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) architectures to control cooling and HVAC infrastructure effectively
Drive the integration of mechanical controls strategies by collaborating with design and operations teams to develop and enforce automation logic, ensuring systems meet operational standards
Manage cross-functional partnerships with third-party data center (3PDC) providers and internal engineering teams to troubleshoot complex control loop issues and resolve technical blockers
Oversee the testing and tuning of mechanical plant controls (chillers, cooling towers, AHUs), ensuring data visibility and system redundancy are maintained through robust SCADA implementations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, or equivalent practical experience
5 years of experience in data center or critical facility design, focused on the commissioning of mechanical systems and industrial controls
5 years of experience with Building Management Systems, PLC programming, and SCADA Architecture (e.g., Modbus, BACnet, industrial networking)
5 years of experience managing projects in a Design/Build delivery environment for mission-critical facilities, with a focus on cooling and mechanical automation
5 years of experience with contractors and site safety teams to ensure commissioning activities align with construction schedules and safety protocols
Preferred
5 years of experience with data center cooling optimization, thermodynamics, and control logic tuning for large-scale industrial systems and commissioning hyperscale environments and managing vendor relationships for complex technical delivery
5 years of experience applying advanced engineering principles to critical facility design and troubleshooting
5 years of experience identifying operational risks and navigating technical trade-offs in product development alongside engineering stakeholders
Ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive consensus on technical control strategies without formal authority
Excellent communication skills
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Company
Google specializes in internet-related services and products, including search, advertising, and software. It is a sub-organization of Alphabet.
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$26.1MKey Investors
Andy Bechtolsheim
2004-08-19IPO
1999-06-07Series Unknown· $25M
1998-11-01Angel· $1M
Leadership Team
Sundar Pichai
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