Controls Application Engineer, Data Center

Mantis Innovation

$100K — $130K *
Technical Services
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in the engineering field, preferably in Building Automation or Controls Engineering
  • 5+ years of experience in BMS/SCADA application development, with mission-critical experience preferred
  • Strong knowledge of DDC control theory and HVAC applications
  • Basic networking knowledge including addressing, subnetting, and device configurations
  • Comfortable with industry standard protocols like BACnet, Modbus, and MQTT
  • 2+ years of experience with Ignition platform, with Ignition Core certification preferred
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Responsibilities

  • Develop BMS applications across multiple platforms such as Niagara and Ignition
  • Support the enforcement of engineering standards for programming and graphics
  • Provide remote technical support to Project Managers and Field Engineers
  • Refine engineering standards in alarming, tagging, and history management
  • Assist across multiple engineering functions within the Controls Engineering group

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • 401k Matching
  • Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Flexible hybrid work schedule
  • Professional development opportunities
Full Job Description
Summary

As a Controls Application Engineer, you will be responsible for developing BMS/SCADA applications at both a supervisory and controller level. You will help refine engineering standards and provide remote support to project and field teams. You will also be involved in providing support across multiple engineering functions within the Controls Engineering group. You should be familiar with both DDC and PLC programming, BACnet & Modbus integrations, and have experience with building graphical front-end client interfaces.

Controls Application Engineering

  • This position will report to the Controls Engineering Manager.
  • Develop BMS applications across multiple platforms: e.g., Niagara, Ignition, Wonderware, Distech, PLC's.
  • Support the development and enforcement of engineering standards for programming, graphics, alarming, tagging, history management, and database creation.
  • Provide remote technical support to Project Managers and Field Engineers during project execution.


Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in the engineering field, preferably in Building Automation or Controls Engineering.
  • 5+ years of BMS/SCADA application development experience, with mission critical experience preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of DDC control theory & HVAC applications and the ability to apply these principles to real-world scenarios.
  • Basic networking knowledge; addressing & subnetting, IP + serial device configurations.
  • Comfortable working with industry standard protocol integrations such as: BACnet, Modbus, Ethernet/IP, SNMP, MQTT.
  • Basic networking knowledge, including manipulating PC settings to set up and commission devices on a network.
  • Experience with servers, network equipment, and IoT practices, specifically for BMS applications.
  • 2+ years of experience with Ignition platform (Ignition Core certification is preferred).
  • Familiarity with Distech field controllers and GFX programming, Ignition SCADA, Wonderware, and PLC systems.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.


Competencies

  • Must be able to work independently and in a team, handling multiple tasks across different projects.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills, with the ability to identify problems and develop effective solutions.
  • Knowledge of the construction contracting industry, especially in MEP fields, with experience in mission-critical environments a plus.
  • Understanding of Mechanical and Electrical equipment in typical Mission Critical environments.


$100,000 - $130,000 a year

Note: Employees are held accountable for all duties of this job. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position.

What else can we offer you?

We offer a fantastic lineup of benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, HSA, 401k Matching, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, Paid Short Term & Long Term Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, and a flexible hybrid work schedule (for office-based employees). Working at Mantis also brings tremendous professional development opportunities that allow you to make a real impact on both the company and your career!

Not sure you meet every single requirement?

Studies show that women and individuals from underrepresented groups often hesitate to apply unless they check every box. At Mantis, we're committed to building an inclusive and equitable team-so if this role excites you, we'd love to hear from you, even if your experience doesn't match every single qualification.

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