{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"43aee3692cdc0a84dfbc167d","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/43aee3692cdc0a84dfbc167d","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/43aee3692cdc0a84dfbc167d","title":"Control System Designer, Data Centers - Remote (U.S.)","description":"OverviewAs a Data Center Control System Designer at AECOM, you will design advanced automation and SCADA for mechanical and electrical systems on data center projects worldwide. You will work within the Buildings and Places team, collaborating with mechanical, electrical, and ICT disciplines to deliver resilient OT networks and integrated BAS/PLC solutions. You'll translate client needs into robust design basis and technical specifications while ensuring compliance with codes and standards. This role offers remote work with occasional travel and opportunities for career growth in a global, client-facing environment.Compensation / Benefitsmedical, dental, vision benefitslife and disability insurancepaid time offflexible work optionsretirement savings planemployee stock purchase planResponsibilitiesCoordinate with the mechanical design team to develop control sequences, diagrams, and points lists for building and process systemsCoordinate with the electrical design team on network architectures and points lists for electrical distribution and conditioning systemsCoordinate with ICT design team to align ethernet interfaces with control panels and devicesDesign resilient OT networks for control systems using ethernet and serial media (wireless, fiber, copper)Develop basis of design (BOD) for BAS, PLC, PMS controllers, instrumentation, and software including datasheetsDevelop and tailor division 23/25 controls, instrumentation, and cybersecurity specifications to BODDevelop and tailor division 26 PMS specifications coordinating with electrical team for factory-mounted distributionsFamiliar with modern control system protocols (Modbus, BACnet, EtherNet/IP) and network requirements for specificationVerify compliance with US codes and engineering standards/practicesWork with templated models for system deployment and track changes from client modelsCoordinate with other disciplines for cohesive designBe flexible with project meetings and deadlinesMaintain detail orientation while seeing the big pictureSchedule and meet budget expectationsCollaborate in a team-oriented environment with passion for designKey requirementsBachelor's Degree and 6+ years of relevant experience or equivalent4+ years as Instrumentation and Control Engineer or controls contractor producing submittalsExperience with BAS & PLC control system platformsExperience with Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (PMS/EPMS)US codes and standards experienceExperience with data center or mission-critical environmentsExperience with Operational Technology NetworksExperience with SCADA platforms and cybersecurity requirementsdetail-orientedcollaborative and team-orientedstrong communication with clients and cross-functional teamsModbusBACnetEtherNet/IP","company":"AECOM","rawCompany":"aecom","city":"Roanoke","state":"VA","isRemote":true,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-26T13:33:03.758Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2071.00","title":"Electrical Engineers","slug":"electrical-engineers"},{"code":"17-2072.00","title":"Electronics Engineers, Except Computer","slug":"electronics-engineers-except-computer"},{"code":"17-2199.05","title":"Mechatronics Engineers","slug":"mechatronics-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"334513","title":"Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables","slug":"instruments-and-related-products-manufacturing-for-measuring-displaying-and-controlling-industrial-process-variables"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Control System Designer, Data Centers - Remote (U.S.)","description":"OverviewAs a Data Center Control System Designer at AECOM, you will design advanced automation and SCADA for mechanical and electrical systems on data center projects worldwide. 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