Controls Systems Engineer

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. We're 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 You'll 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:

Bachelor's in Electrical, Mechanical, or Controls Engineering

3-7 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: M-F, 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

Meet Your Recruiter

Jacob Perry