Design Group is seeking a Principal Controls Engineer for their Data Center division. The role involves leading teams in delivering advanced automation and monitoring solutions for mission-critical data centers, while fostering a people-first culture and providing opportunities for professional growth
Job Summary
Act as the firm’s subject matter expert in Data Center Building Automation Systems (BAS/BMS) and Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS).
Lead multidisciplinary engineering teams through the full lifecycle of complex BAS and EPMS projects.
Serve as a strategic partner to clients, translating technical needs into engineered solutions.
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Design Group is seeking a Principal Controls Engineer for their Data Center division. The role involves leading teams in delivering advanced automation and monitoring solutions for mission-critical data centers, while fostering a people-first culture and providing opportunities for professional growth.
Salary
$150k-$220k
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Data Center BAS/EPMS expertise
Rockwell Studio 5000, Ignition, Niagara
BACnet and Modbus standards
Field instrumentation and industrial networking
PLC/DDC system integration
SCADA architectures
Nice-to-have
Thought leader in BAS/EPMS space
Industry event participation
Client relationship building
Mentoring engineering talent
Key Requirements
Minimum 15 years of progressive engineering experience
Significant leadership and client-facing responsibilities
Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering
Knowledge of datacenter/mission critical commissioning requirements L1-L5
Experience with datacenter and mission critical greenfield construction