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3d ago

Controls Engineer

Amazon Data Services, Inc. Hilliard, OH

Hilliard, OH

3d ago

$111k - $186k/yr Full time Electrical Engineering Analytical Skills Automation

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Job Description

Join Amazon Data Services, Inc. as a Controls Engineer in Hilliard, Ohio, reporting onsite to support troubleshooting, project management, and maintenance of Building Management Systems (BMS) and Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS) within AWS data centers. This role offers a competitive annual salary range of USD 111,300 to 186,100, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to contribute to highly critical cloud infrastructure while collaborating across multiple teams.

Benefits

Health insurance
Basic Life and AD and D insurance
Option for supplemental life plans
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Mental health support
Flexible Spending Accounts
Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement coverage
401(k) matching
Paid time off
Parental leave
Sign-on payments
Restricted stock units (RSUs)

About the Team

AWS is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and continue to innovate, earning the trust of startups and Global 500 companies alike. We value diverse experiences and support work-life harmony through flexible arrangements. Our affinity groups and ongoing learning events foster inclusion and professional growth, with a culture that emphasizes mentorship and knowledge sharing as you advance in your career.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot control systems in AWS data centers and perform root cause analysis or corrective actions.
Apply building management and power monitoring fundamentals to manage the scope of BMS and EPMS in operations.
Train and assist internal customers on design, configuration, validation, installation, commissioning, and operation of BMS and EPMS.
Provide technical support to operations throughout the data center life cycle.
Review quarterly BMS and EPMS maintenance results and drive closure on action items.
Develop scope of work, schedule, budget, and level of effort for BMS and EPMS projects requested by customers.
Manage scope, schedule, cost, and execution of BMS and EPMS improvement projects in AWS data centers.
Assist with procurement activities including RFIs/RFPs, vendor responses, proposal review, and purchase orders.
Participate in the AWS global on-call schedule to provide immediate BMS and EPMS technical support to operational data centers.
Attend project meetings, coordinate with project leaders, and provide regular status updates to controls and stakeholders.
Support commissioning activities for controls projects in data centers.
Review and iterate on the controls sequence of operation and provide feedback to the design team.
Develop and modify control logic programming and graphical user interfaces.
Manage multiple stakeholder deliverables and navigate challenging situations.
Financially manage BMS and EPMS service contracts.
Conduct frequent local visits to in-operation data centers to troubleshoot, meet customers, and supervise vendor work to ensure alignment with scope, design, SOO, and local codes.

Requirements

Experience bringing new design concepts through exploration, development, and deployment or mass production.
Proficiency with MS Excel, Word, and Windows operating systems.
Experience with power management and power monitoring systems.
5+ years of construction management for large, complex projects involving mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) plants.
4+ years of general contractor and vendor management experience (RFIs/RFQ responses, bidding, change orders, quality control, submittal tracking) in construction and project execution.
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering, or an equivalent engineering science, plus 5+ years of relevant controls experience, OR 10+ years of relevant controls experience in lieu of a degree.
5+ years of experience with industrial controls in critical environments (data centers, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, oil and gas, petrochemical, laboratories, power, water, etc.).

Technologies

BMS
EPMS
SCADA
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word
Windows operating systems

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3d ago

Data Center Controls Engineer

Amazon Data Services, Inc. Bristow, VA

Bristow, VA

3d ago

$111k - $186k/yr Full time Electrical Engineering Automation BMS

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Job Description

Amazon Data Services, Inc. seeks a Data Center Controls Engineer to support the reliability of critical facilities through direct oversight of Building Management Systems and Electrical Power Monitoring Systems across AWS data centers. This onsite role in Bristow, Virginia, emphasizes hands-on troubleshooting, project delivery, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to improve uptime, efficiency, and operational performance.

Job Details

Location: Bristow, VA (onsite)
Salary: USD 111,300 - 186,100 per year
Minimum experience: 5 years
Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot BMS and EPMS issues in AWS data centers, conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions
Educate and assist internal customers and stakeholders in designing, configuring, validating, installing, commissioning, and operating BMS and EPMS systems
Provide technical support to operations throughout the data center life cycle
Review quarterly maintenance findings for BMS/EPMS and drive resolution of action items
Define project scope, schedule, budget, and level of effort for BMS/EPMS initiatives requested by customers and stakeholders
Oversee scope, schedule, finances, and execution of BMS/EPMS improvement projects in AWS data centers
Support procurement activities including RFQs/RFPs, vendor responses, and issuance of purchase orders
Participate in the AWS global on-call rotation to deliver immediate BMS/EPMS technical support to in-service data centers
Attend project meetings, coordinate with project leaders, and report status to Controls and stakeholders management
Support commissioning activities related to controls projects in data centers
Review and refine the sequence of operation (SOO) for controls, providing feedback to the design team
Develop and modify control logic programming and operator interfaces
Manage multi-stakeholder deliverables and navigate complex requirements
Oversee financial aspects of BMS/EPMS service contracts
Conduct regular on-site visits to in-operation data centers to troubleshoot, engage with customers, and supervise vendors to ensure scope, design, SOO, and local codes compliance

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
Experience moving new design concepts from exploration through development to deployment or mass production
Proficiency with MS Excel, Word, and Windows operating systems
Experience with power management and power monitoring systems
5+ years of project management experience in data centers or similar critical infrastructure
Knowledge of critical data center equipment
Familiarity with engineering documentation, electrical diagrams, and standard operating procedures
Understanding of building codes and regulations including Life Safety, BOCA, NFPA, NEC, or OSHA
Experience in Data Center Engineering Operations with deep knowledge of electrical and mechanical data center infrastructure
Ability to read and interpret construction specifications and drawings across multiple domains

Benefits

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Paid time off
Parental leave
Sign-on payments
Restricted stock units (RSUs)

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3d ago

Controls Engineer

Nortek Data Center Cooling Shakopee, MN

Shakopee, MN

3d ago

$90k - $110k/yr Full time Electrical Engineering Automation Control Design

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Job Description

Controls Engineer position in Shakopee, MN (onsite) with Nortek Data Center Cooling.

Responsibilities

Contribute to efficient and dependable sequences of operation for data center equipment and systems across the product portfolio.
Complete assigned controls team tasks and help develop sequences of operations aligned with company goals and objectives.
Identify opportunities to differentiate our controls strategies within the data center market.
Collaborate with controls team members and other departments to drive integrated solutions.
Ensure the completion of sequences of operations, HMI development, and on-time testing that meet product and customer specifications.
Contribute to the creation of test plans and test scripts for performance and witness testing.
Support efforts to automate end-of-line testing.
Work directly with senior team members on sequence of operation design and test execution.

Requirements

Working knowledge of HVAC and data center controls strategies.
Familiarity with relevant industry regulations and standards.
Ability to review schematics and P&ID drawings with strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
Proficiency in block programming, structured text, and ladder logic.
Understanding of fluid dynamics, psychrometrics, and HVAC electrical systems.
Commitment to employee safety and fostering a productive work environment.
Team orientation with strong collaborative skills.
Bias for action and the ability to lead continuous improvement efforts.
Strategic thinker able to solve problems and provide innovative solutions to customer challenges.
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering or equivalent.
2+ years of controls design and implementation experience.
Demonstrated leadership and management capabilities.
Proven experience with controls strategy in the data center cooling industry, HVAC, or related fields.
Excellent communication and presentation skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team with strong collaboration and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency with HVAC software systems, DDC/PLC-based controllers, building automation protocols, pumps, VFDs, and sensor/actuator systems.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Technologies

Technologies include C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, Python, block programming, structured text, ladder logic, DDC/PLC-based controllers, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Preferred

Object oriented programming in C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python.

Pay

Salary: USD 90,000 to 110,000 per year.

Work Location

Onsite in Shakopee, MN.

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9d ago

BAS Cooling Design Engineer

ATS Applied Tech Systems Irving, TX

Irving, TX

9d ago

$130k - $160k/yr Full time Electrical Engineering Senior AutoCAD

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Job Description

ATS Applied Tech Systems is seeking an experienced Lead Cooling Controls & Solutions Design Engineer to helm the design of data center mechanical cooling systems, controls architecture, and mission-critical infrastructure operations. This role traduzes mechanical intent and owner requirements into BAS/BMS, PLC, SCADA, and integration strategies.

Role Overview

The successful candidate will serve as the technical design authority for cooling control systems, guiding the translation of mechanical intent into robust automation architectures that support reliable data center performance and interoperability across multiple control platforms.

Responsibilities

Architect control system frameworks spanning BAS/BMS, PLC, and SCADA environments to support cohesive cooling operations.
Define input/output structures, panel requirements, controller selection, network topology, communication architecture, and integration strategies.
Ensure interoperability across BACnet, Modbus, OPC, EtherNet/IP, and related industrial protocols.
Produce and/or lead development of control drawings, network architecture diagrams, panel layouts, I/O lists, control schematics, instrumentation lists, points lists, BOMs, sequence documentation, and integration matrices.
Contribute to standards for repeatable data center control architectures, cooling system templates, engineering methods, FAT procedures, SAT procedures, and commissioning documentation.
Evaluate cooling system performance under normal operation, maintenance scenarios, partial-load conditions, failure modes, and integrated testing environments.
Identify gaps between mechanical design intent and controls execution before field issues arise.

Requirements

Experience designing, commissioning, troubleshooting, or operating control systems in BAS/BMS, PLC, or SCADA environments.
Familiarity with platforms such as Niagara, Johnson Controls, Siemens, Schneider Electric, Honeywell, Rockwell, Siemens PLC, or similar systems.
8+ years of experience in data centers, mission-critical facilities, industrial controls, or complex mechanical infrastructure environments.
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical drawings, control schematics, sequences of operation, specifications, and commissioning scripts.
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Controls engineering or a related field.

Technologies

BAS/BMS, PLC, SCADA
Niagara, Johnson Controls, Siemens, Schneider Electric, Honeywell, Rockwell
Siemens PLC, BACnet, Modbus, OPC, EtherNet/IP

Benefits

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Vision insurance

Compensation

Salary range between USD 130,000 and 160,000 per year.

Travel Requirements

25 percent travel is required.

Work Location

Hybrid remote work arrangement in Irving, TX 75062.

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22d ago

Controls Design Engineer (EPMS), CDE

Amazon Data Services, Inc. Seattle, WA

Seattle, WA

22d ago

$117k - $160k/yr Full time Electrical Engineering Automation BMS

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Job Description

This onsite Seattle role at Amazon Data Services, Inc offers a competitive compensation range of USD 116,800 to 160,000 per year and a comprehensive benefits package. The position supports AWS Data Center Global Services by coordinating Building Management System and Electrical Power Monitoring System design, standards, and documentation across global data center projects. It emphasizes cross‑team collaboration, design review, and driving innovation in data center controls and automation initiatives. Global travel may be required to manage and support project initiatives.

Benefits

Sign-on payments
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)
Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans
EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
Mental Health Support
Medical Advice Line
Flexible Spending Accounts
Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage
401(k) matching
Paid time off
Parental leave

Responsibilities

Knowledge of EPMS programming and design, Modbus communication protocol, electrical distribution systems, single-line diagrams, complex electrical concepts, and data center redundancy
Review MEP drawings with a focus on electrical drawing sets for EPMS design content
Create EPMS scopes of work (SOW), provide RFI support, and review technical vendor proposals during bid review process
Coordinate with each regional project manager to review and finalize project SOWs
Review electrical Long Lead Equipment (LLE) submittals to ensure EPMS scope is captured
Attend Factory Witness Tests (FWTs) and Equipment Qualification Tests (EQTs) to perform EPMS point validation and test EPMS device functionality on first of kind electrical equipment
Create, update, and maintain controls points list and specifications, EPMS drawing templates, Basis of Design (BOD) documentation, and project specific SOW documents
Develop and disseminate specification documents for global projects
Lead and facilitate collaboration with multiple teams including construction, programmers, MEP/ACS engineers, and team managers as necessary to accomplish initiative goals
Manage and prioritize requests for information on new construction builds, existing site facilities support, and legacy site enhancement projects
Serve as central point of contact for multiple internal and external groups regarding EPMS design standards
Ability to successfully operate in high security critical environments while maximizing productivity
Drive innovation of new solutions to support initiatives, team, and company goals
Interaction with AWS cloud services and other applications to present, archive and analyze accumulated data
Anticipate roadblocks and risks while providing escalation management
Travel globally as needed to manage and support project initiatives

Requirements

5+ years of relevant work in a data center or other critical environment experience
3+ years in utilizing or generating Electrical drawings and design engineering documents focused on data center or critical environment projects
3+ years in designing or contributing to the design of Controls and Monitoring solution projects
1+ year project management experience focused on data center or critical environments projects. Demonstrates large scale coordinated efforts with multiple project stakeholders
B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related engineering degrees as well as 5+ years of related experience in professional environments
Experience with the use and programming of electrical power monitoring systems (EPMS)
Experience working with Modbus communication protocol
Knowledge of electrical single-line diagrams, electrical distribution systems, complex electrical concepts, and data center redundancy
Knowledge of Data Center Facilities Infrastructure and operation (PDU, UPS, Generators, etc)

Technologies

EPMS
BMS
Modbus
AWS cloud services

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22d ago

Data Center Controls Engineer

Amazon Data Services, Inc. Alexandria, VA

Alexandria, VA

22d ago

$96k - $166k/yr Full time Electrical Engineering Automation BMS

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Job Description

In this role, the Data Center Controls Engineer will troubleshoot, manage projects, and maintain the building management system (BMS) and electrical power monitoring system (EPMS) across AWS data centers. This onsite position in Alexandria, VA emphasizes developing new controls processes and standards to support reliable, efficient critical infrastructure operations. The compensation ranges from USD 96,000 to 166,300 per year, and the role requires a minimum of four years of related experience.

Responsibilities

Train and assist internal customers and stakeholders with the creation, design, configuration, validation, installation, commissioning, and operation of BMS and EPMS systems.
Provide technical assistance and support to operations throughout the data center life cycle.
Review quarterly maintenance results and action items for BMS and EPMS, taking necessary steps to resolve them.
Develop project scope of work, schedule, budget, and level of effort for BMS & EPMS initiatives requested by customers and stakeholders.
Manage scope, schedule, finances, and execution of BMS and EPMS improvement projects within AWS data centers.
Assist in procurement activities including RFQ/RFP processes, responses to information requests, vendor proposal reviews, and purchase order issuance.
Participate in AWS global on-call rotations to deliver immediate BMS and EPMS technical support for in-service data centers.
Attend project-related meetings, coordinate with project leaders, and regularly report status to Controls and stakeholders management.
Support commissioning activities related to controls projects in the data centers.
Review, implement, troubleshoot, and iterate on the controls sequence of operation (SOO) and provide feedback to the design team.
Develop and modify controls logic programming and graphical user interfaces.
Manage multiple stakeholder deliverables and requirements while navigating complex situations.
Financially manage BMS and EPMS service contracts.
Frequently visit local in-operation data centers to troubleshoot, engage with customers, and supervise vendor work to ensure alignment with scope, design, SOO, and applicable local codes.

Requirements

U.S. citizen
Current, active TS/SCI U.S. Government security clearance
After start, obtain and maintain an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph and satisfy other security-related requirements
Experience in a data center or other critical environment
Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
Knowledge of engineering documentation, electrical diagrams, and standard operating procedures
Experience leading projects across multiple stakeholders
Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification
4+ years of military experience
Experience designing, configuring, programming, installing, troubleshooting, or servicing HVAC controls or Electrical SCADA system controllers, software, and networks
Experience with common industrial communication protocols (MQTT, BACnet and/or MODBUS)
Experience designing data centers or critical MEP infrastructure
Prior AWS/Amazon experience

Technologies

BMS
EPMS
MQTT
BACnet
MODBUS
SCADA

Benefits

Sign-on payments
Restricted stock units (RSUs)
Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
Basic Life & AD&D insurance
Supplemental life plans
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Mental Health Support
Medical Advice Line
Flexible Spending Accounts
Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage
401(k) matching
Paid time off
Parental leave

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22d ago

Controls Engineer, Deployment, Data Center Capacity Delivery

Amazon Data Services, Inc. Berwick, PA

Berwick, PA

22d ago

$111k - $186k/yr Full time Electrical Engineering Automation BMS

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Job Description

The Controls Engineer, Deployment, Data Center Capacity Delivery is an onsite role based in Berwick, PA, focusing on troubleshooting, project management and operation of Building Management System (BMS) and Electrical Plant Management System (EPMS) within AWS data centers. The position emphasizes developing new processes and standards to enhance controls while delivering capacity at the lowest feasible cost.

Responsibilities

Guide internal customers and stakeholders through the creation, design, configuration, validation, installation, commissioning and operation of BMS and EPMS systems.
Provide technical support to data center operations throughout the facility lifecycle.
Evaluate quarterly maintenance results for BMS and EPMS and coordinate actions to resolve identified items.
Define project scope of work, schedules, budgets and level of effort for BMS and EPMS initiatives requested by customers and stakeholders.
Oversee scope, scheduling, financials and execution of BMS and EPMS improvement projects within AWS data centers.
Support procurement activities including RFPs/RFQs, responding to RFIs, reviewing vendor proposals and issuing purchase orders.
Contribute to the AWS global on-call roster to provide immediate BMS and EPMS technical support to active data centers.
Participate in project meetings, coordinate with project leads and deliver regular status updates to Controls leadership and stakeholders.
Support commissioning activities related to Controls projects in data centers.
Review, implement, troubleshoot and iterate on the controls sequence of operation (SOO) and provide feedback to the design team.
Develop and modify control logic programming and graphical user interfaces.
Manage multiple stakeholder requirements and navigate challenging scenarios.
Oversee financial management of BMS and EPMS service contracts.
Conduct frequent local visits to in-service data centers to troubleshoot, meet customers, and supervise vendors to ensure compliance with scope, design, SOO and local codes.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial controls and automation.
At least 4 years of general contractor and vendor management experience, including RFPs, bidding, change orders, quality control and submittal tracking in construction and project execution contexts.
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or an equivalent engineering science plus 5+ years of relevant controls experience, or 10+ years of relevant controls experience in lieu of a degree.

Technologies

BMS
EPMS
MQTT
BACnet
MODBUS
SCADA

Benefits

Health coverage including medical, dental, vision, prescriptions, Basic Life & AD&D insurance with options for supplemental life plans, plus Employee Assistance Program and mental health resources; Flexible Spending Accounts; Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement.
401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
Paid time off and parental leave policies.
Sign-on incentives and restricted stock units (RSUs).

About the Team

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is described as the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform, driving innovation across a spectrum of customers from startups to Global 500 companies.

The organization encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences, even if not all preferred qualifications are met. It also emphasizes work‑life harmony and flexibility within its culture.

AWS promotes a culture of learning and inclusion, supported by employee affinity groups and events such as CORE and AmazeCon that celebrate diversity and ongoing professional development.

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25d ago

Data Center Controls Engineer, Deployment

Amazon Data Services, Inc. Fredericksburg, VA

Fredericksburg, VA

25d ago

$111k - $186k/yr Full time Electrical Engineering Automation BMS

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