Sr Principal Controls Engineer
Core
Lead the design, development, optimization, and implementation of advanced control systems for critical infrastructure platforms, focusing on data center infrastructure, power/energy management, and industrial automation.
Role type
Sr Principal Controls Engineer (Infrastructure & Automation)
Builds
Scalable and reliable automation systems for data centers, power/energy management, and industrial facilities.
Domain
Industrial Automation / Data Center Infrastructure / Energy Management
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
PLC/IPC programming, SCADA/HMI development, BMS integration, EPMS experience, industrial communication protocols, control system architecture, FAT/SAT leadership, root cause analysis, digital twin modeling, electrical schematics design, IEC 61131-3 standards
Preferred skills
Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Professional Engineer (PE) license, hyperscale data center experience, predictive maintenance strategies
Technologies
Siemens, Rockwell, Schneider, Beckhoff, Codesys, Ignition, WinCC, FactoryTalk, AVEVA, EPLAN, AutoCAD, Windchill, SolidWorks
Responsibilities
Define control system architecture across PLC, IPC, SCADA, BMS, EPMS, and MES platforms; Lead development of PLC/IPC systems and SCADA/HMI interfaces; Develop structured control logic and detailed documentation (FDS, SOO, I/O lists); Create electrical schematics and BOMs; Integrate systems with cloud platforms; Lead FAT/SAT and commissioning; Support troubleshooting and optimization; Drive system-level simulations and digital twin models; Evaluate emerging automation technologies; Collaborate with cross-functional teams for infrastructure integration.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic leadership
