Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Controls, Automation Engineering, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
5+ years of experience with Building Management Systems (BMS) and mission-critical facility systems.
Familiarity with BMS/DDC platforms like Tridium Niagara, Johnson Controls, or Siemens.
Knowledge of BACnet, Modbus, and Ethernet/IP networks.
Ability to interpret mechanical and electrical diagrams and specifications.
Experience coordinating contractors and vendors in construction environments.
Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities
Oversee design, installation, and commissioning of BMS and DDC systems.
Collaborate with project teams to ensure compliance with specifications and operational expectations.
Manage controls contractors and vendors throughout project phases.
Review design documents and equipment submittals for compliance.
Support commissioning and performance testing of critical mechanical systems.
Coordinate BMS integration with EPMS and DCIM platforms.
Troubleshoot control system issues and ensure reliable operations.
Benefits
Empowerment to drive personal success within the company.
Collaborative work environment with diverse project teams.
Opportunity to work on large-scale, mission-critical projects.
Focus on safety and quality in construction processes.
Encouragement of a fun and engaging work atmosphere.
Full Job Description
BMS / Controls Engineer, Data Center
ARCO Design/Build
We are looking for a highly motivated BMS / Controls Engineer to join our growing Data Center team. This individual will play a critical role in the coordination, installation, integration, commissioning, and successful turnover of Building Management Systems (BMS), Direct Digital Controls (DDC), and associated control systems on large-scale, mission-critical data center construction projects.
At ARCO, every associate is empowered to drive their success. You will collaborate with project managers, design teams, subcontractors, vendors, and commissioning agents to ensure complex building automation and control systems are delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project requirements.
A DAY IN THE LIFE
Oversee and coordinate the design, installation, integration, testing, and commissioning of Building Management Systems (BMS), Direct Digital Controls (DDC), and associated control systems on mission-critical data center projects.
Collaborate with design engineers, project managers, superintendents, and subcontractors to ensure building automation systems meet project specifications, owner requirements, and operational expectations.
Manage and coordinate controls contractors, equipment manufacturers, vendors, and commissioning teams throughout construction, startup, and project turnover.
Review BMS and controls design documents, equipment submittals, shop drawings, wiring diagrams, control sequences, and network architecture for compliance with project requirements.
Support the commissioning and functional performance testing of HVAC, chillers, cooling towers, computer room air-handling equipment, pumps, and other critical mechanical infrastructure.
Coordinate the integration of BMS with Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS), Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM) platforms, and other facility monitoring systems as required.
Verify control sequences, point-to-point testing, alarm functionality, trending, system graphics, and communication protocols to support reliable building operations.
Troubleshoot control system integration issues, communication failures, programming deficiencies, and equipment performance concerns alongside subcontractors and commissioning teams.
Work with industry-standard building automation platforms and communication protocols, including Tridium Niagara, BACnet IP/MSTP, Modbus TCP/RTU, PLCs, and related control technologies.
Assist with development and review of commissioning plans, Methods of Procedure (MOPs), Emergency Operating Procedures (EOPs), and equipment startup documentation.
Monitor controls-related construction schedules, identify potential project risks, and proactively coordinate solutions to maintain project milestones.
Support factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), integrated systems testing (IST), and final owner demonstrations as applicable.
Ensure compliance with project-specific safety requirements, quality standards, applicable codes, and client operational requirements.
Coordinate final system documentation, deficiency resolution, training, and turnover to the owner and facility operations teams.
Most importantly, find a way to make the construction process FUN for our clients, subcontractors, and vendors without sacrificing quality or safety.
NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Automation Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline preferred; equivalent military, trade, or relevant industry experience will be considered.
5+ years of experience with Building Management Systems (BMS), building automation, HVAC controls, electrical controls, or mission-critical facility systems.
Experience supporting the construction, installation, commissioning, or operation of data centers, critical infrastructure, or other technically complex commercial/industrial facilities strongly preferred.
Working knowledge of BMS/DDC platforms such as Tridium Niagara 4, Distech, Johnson Controls, Siemens, Schneider Electric, or comparable building automation systems.
Knowledge of BACnet, Modbus, Ethernet/IP networks, and controls system integration.
Ability to interpret mechanical drawings, electrical one-line diagrams, controls schematics, network diagrams, specifications, and sequences of operation.
Understanding of mission-critical mechanical cooling systems, HVAC equipment, control sequences, and system redundancy.
Experience coordinating contractors, vendors, engineers, and commissioning professionals in an active construction environment.
Familiarity with commissioning processes, functional performance testing, troubleshooting, and integrated systems testing.
Strong communication, organization, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and effectively collaborate with cross-functional project teams.
Knowledge of OSHA safety practices and experience working in active construction environments.
Ability to travel to project sites as required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Previous experience supporting hyperscale, colocation, or enterprise data center construction projects.
Tridium Niagara N4 certification or comparable manufacturer-specific BMS certification.
Experience coordinating integration between BMS, EPMS, and DCIM systems.
Experience with factory acceptance testing, site acceptance testing, and integrated systems testing.
Familiarity with ASHRAE standards, mission-critical facility design, and data center cooling infrastructure.
Previous experience working for a general contractor, controls contractor, commissioning firm, or mission-critical engineering organization.
