Control System Designer, Data Centers - Remote (U.S.)
Overview:
As 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 plan
Responsibilities:
Coordinate 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 devices Design 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 datasheets Develop 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 distributions Familiar with modern control system protocols (Modbus, BACnet, EtherNet/IP) and network requirements for specification Verify compliance with US codes and engineering standards/practices Work with templated models for system deployment and track changes from client models Coordinate with other disciplines for cohesive design Be flexible with project meetings and deadlines Maintain detail orientation while seeing the big picture Schedule and meet budget expectations Collaborate in a team-oriented environment with passion for design
Key requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree and 6+ years of relevant experience or equivalent 4+ years as Instrumentation and Control Engineer or controls contractor producing submittals
- Experience with BAS & PLC control system platforms
- Experience with Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (PMS/EPMS)US codes and standards experience
- Experience with data center or mission-critical environments
- Experience with Operational Technology Networks
- Experience with SCADA platforms and cybersecurity requirementsdetail-orientedcollaborative and team-orientedstrong communication with clients and cross-functional teams
ModbusBACnetEtherNet/IP