Site Lead

Our Client is one of the largest engineering and system integration firms in the US providing value for its clients through IT automation and control solutions for more than 30 years to the Life Sciences, Mission Critical, Metals & Mining, Warehousing and Distribution, and CPG/Food and Beverage industries.Our national and global scale allows us to help clients develop and implement standardized solutions at any of their facilities regardless of physical location or the local resources available at that site.


We are seeking a Site Lead to lead design, development, and commissioning of Building Management Systems (BMS) and Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS) for large-scale data center projects. The ideal candidate will have strong technical experience with automation and control systems, combined with a collaborative mindset and a focus on quality, safety, and reliability in a mission-critical environment.



You will:

• Create and implement control system architectures for BMS/EPMS applications across data center facilities.
• Develop & troubleshoot control logic and graphics for PLCs and SCADA systems using Ignition & Rockwell Automation platforms.
• Integrate control systems with electrical and mechanical subsystems, coordinating between HVAC, power distribution, and monitoring platforms.
• Lead or support commissioning activities to verify all data points and signals-from sensors and meters through software visualization-are fully functional and documented.
• Diagnose control and communication issues, analyze system performance, and implement improvements.
• Prepare system documentation, I/O lists, and control drawings in alignment with project standards and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with clients, contractors, and project teams to define scope, deliverables, and schedules, ensuring project success and customer satisfaction.
• Be an ambassador who embodies our core values, prioritizing the success of our clients, and the professional development of our associates.

You have:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Control Systems Engineering (or related field).
• 10+ years of experience in controls engineering or automation
• at least 3 years of data center BMS/EPMS experience preferred.
• Experience with Modbus, BACnet, SNMP, Ethernet/IP, or other industrial communication protocols.
• Understanding of electrical power monitoring, HVAC, and critical facility systems.
• Familiarity with instrumentation, control panel design, and network architectures.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and communication abilities; customer-focused and team-oriented
• Willingness to visit local project sites during installation and commissioning phases.
• A DNA comprised of collaboration and teamwork.

Benefits & Perks:

• 401k + match + prompt enrollment. Employees are 100% vested upon entry.
• Prompt enrollment into Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
• Generous paid time off that includes paid vacation, paid holidays, paid family leave and sick time off.
• We provide you with training and continuing education from day one, so you canadvance your career.

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