Location: Columbus, OH (43054)
Pay: $60.10$69.71/hr | 6+ Month Contract-to-Perm | Onsite
Join a leading digital infrastructure team supporting high-availability, mission-critical data center environments. Were seeking a Systems Engineer specializing in Power Distribution and Control Systems to drive design, engineering, deployment, and optimization of complex systems in retrofit and modernization projects. This role is hands-on, highly technical, and ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced data center operations.
What Youll Do:
Design and engineer power distribution and control systems for retrofit and new infrastructure projects
Develop sequences of operation and integration requirements for HVAC, electrical, and BMS/BAS platforms
Oversee onsite installation, testing, and commissioning of control and power systems
Troubleshoot system faults, alarms, and performance issues across BAS, HVAC, electrical, and networked systems
Integrate power distribution equipment with fire alarm, security, monitoring, and other facility systems
Maintain documentation (schematics, diagrams, O&M manuals) and train internal teams
Support onsite construction activities and maintain strong customer relationships
Travel between AWS data center facilities as needed
What You Bring:
Bachelors in Electrical, Mechanical, or Controls Engineering
37 years in medium/low-voltage power distribution or controls engineering
Experience in mission-critical environments (data centers preferred)
Strong proficiency with BAS/BMS platforms (Schneider, Niagara, Siemens, Honeywell, Johnson Controls)
Solid understanding of HVAC, electrical systems, control theory, and networking protocols (BACnet, Modbus, LonWorks)
Familiarity with commissioning (Cx, TAB) and system integration
Excellent troubleshooting and communication skills
Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
Role Details:
Status: 6+ month contract-to-perm
Schedule: MF, onsite
Environment: Data center retrofit projects for a major hyperscale client
Travel: Some travel between AWS facilities
Clearances: Must pass background check (10 years) + 10-panel drug screen
Citizenship: U.S. citizenship required