Data Center Engineer

Job Title: Power Systems Engineer - BMS & EPMS (Hyperscale Data Centers)

Job Description

The BMS & EPMS Systems Engineer designs, programs, documents, integrates, and supports commissioning of Building Management Systems (BMS) and Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS) for hyperscale data centers. This role focuses on mission-critical mechanical and electrical infrastructure, including HVAC controls, chilled water systems, power quality analysis, metering integration, and telemetry mapping, while helping to build out a specialized department in this space.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and implement BAS/BMS controls and EPMS solutions for hyperscale data centers, covering both mechanical and electrical infrastructure.
• Develop complete lifecycle documentation for BMS and EPMS, including control drawings, sequences of operation, and integration specifications.
• Perform integration and commissioning support for BMS and EPMS, including functional testing, troubleshooting, and validation of system performance.
• Configure and integrate power monitoring equipment such as switchgear, circuit monitors, RPPs, transformers, and metering devices into EPMS platforms.
• Map telemetry points and ensure accurate data acquisition, trending, and alarming across BMS and EPMS systems.
• Conduct power quality analysis, including THD, harmonics, and waveform distortion, and interpret results to support reliability and performance improvements.
• Apply a strong understanding of chilled water systems and white space cooling strategies to optimize HVAC controls and thermal performance.
• Use AutoCAD or Bluebeam to create and maintain detailed controls documentation, drawings, and schematics.
• Write advanced sequences of operation (SOOs) for airflow and thermal optimization in mission-critical environments.
• Interpret and apply data center electrical distribution designs and standards within BMS and EPMS implementations.
• Integrate and test systems using BACnet/IP, Modbus/TCP, and TCP/IP networking protocols to ensure reliable communication between devices and platforms.
• Interpret and implement Google-specific controls and EPMS documentation and standards when provided.
• Support integration testing and commissioning activities on site, coordinating with project teams and resolving technical issues.
• Work independently in a largely remote capacity while contributing to the build-out and maturation of the BMS/EPMS engineering department.
• Travel to project sites as needed, primarily to Michigan City, Indiana, for initial project phases and key commissioning milestones.

Essential Skills

• 5+ years of experience in BAS/BMS controls design and EPMS engineering.
• Deep expertise in mission-critical mechanical and electrical infrastructure, including HVAC controls and chilled water topologies.
• Strong understanding of chilled water systems and white space cooling strategies in data center environments.
• Strong understanding of data center electrical distribution, including switchgear, RPPs, transformers, and related equipment.
• Proficiency in BACnet/IP, Modbus/TCP, and TCP/IP networking for building automation and power monitoring systems.
• Hands-on experience with power monitoring systems, building automation systems, and controls engineering.
• Experience with power quality analysis, including THD, harmonics, and waveform distortion.
• Experience with AutoCAD or Bluebeam for controls documentation and drawing creation.
• Experience with commissioning and integration testing of BMS and EPMS systems.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of technical deliverables and project outcomes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Schneider PME or similar electrical power monitoring platforms.
• Data center or mission-critical facility experience strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with Google-specific controls and EPMS documentation and standards.
• Ability to write advanced sequences of operation (SOOs) for airflow and thermal optimization.
• Experience interpreting Google EPMS standards when provided.
• Coming from electrical power engineering or controls engineering.
• Comfort working in a remote environment while collaborating with distributed project teams.

Work Environment

This role operates primarily in a remote work environment, with most day-to-day responsibilities performed offsite. The engineer will travel to project locations as needed, with a key project based in Michigan City, Indiana. Travel and lodging costs are fully covered. Onsite presence is expected primarily during the early phases of a project and major commissioning milestones, with onsite requirements typically decreasing as the project progresses. Work focuses on hyperscale data center environments and mission-critical facilities, using tools such as AutoCAD or Bluebeam and protocols including BACnet/IP, Modbus/TCP, and TCP/IP. The position offers the flexibility to return home on weekends during multi-week onsite engagements when project schedules permit, and supports independent work while contributing to the growth of a specialized BMS and EPMS engineering department.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Gainesville, GA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $110000.00 - $150000.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 11, 2026.

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