In PersonAtlanta-area workplace; travel up to 50–75%. Georgia candidates outside the assigned project area may have flexible/negotiable travel cadence.
Experience starting up and troubleshooting SCADA platforms, including Ignition.
Experience leading small teams in testing and troubleshooting controls systems.
Skill using Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams, and organizing files.
Ability to complete assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
Ability to leverage AI and emerging technologies to streamline workflows, optimize operational processes, and contribute to company-wide innovation.
Ability to work successfully in a remote environment through effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness, resourcefulness, and a distraction-free workspace.
Ability to interpret architectural and engineering construction drawings, BAS shop drawings, manufacturers' wiring diagrams, standards documentation, submittals, and product data sheets.
Ability to follow company and site safety requirements.
Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports, and correspondence.
Ability to communicate technical and non-technical information effectively, orally and in writing.
Ability to communicate directly with clients and at times serve as the primary point of client contact.
Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines.
Ability to plan and delegate the work of others effectively.
Ability to achieve NFPA 70E certification and/or OSHA training as required.
Ability to maintain an organized jobsite.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction, or a related discipline, or two years of hands-on experience installing, testing, validating, and troubleshooting controls infrastructure, plus at least five additional years of experience in those areas, ideally in PLC and SCADA implementations.
Must live in or relocate to the Atlanta, Georgia metro area or surrounding areas.
Must have a valid REAL ID or acceptable alternative, such as a passport, for business-related domestic air travel, effective May 7, 2025.
Must be able to travel up to 50–75%.
Must meet the physical demands of the position, including frequently manipulating small parts or tools, remaining stationary, moving through office and critical-facility environments and confined spaces, climbing stairs and ladders, and occasionally positioning under or over equipment or moving equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
Responsibilities
Provide technical support and leadership to plan, schedule, and execute installation, startup, testing, troubleshooting, commissioning, and closeout of complex building automation software integration projects.
Work with design engineers, construction contractors, the project Design System Integrator, equipment vendors, and client staff to ensure the proper operation and acceptance of automation and software solutions.
Oversee electrical subcontractors' installation efforts and manage teams of up to six System Integrators through the L2 and L3 system verification process.
Lead teams in pre-functional and functional testing of critical BAS and EPMS systems using PLC and SCADA platforms.
Troubleshoot BAS and EPMS equipment, I/O, instrumentation, and network systems, and implement corrective actions.
Participate in commissioning efforts with external stakeholders.
Analyze system operation and work with the project team to demonstrate operation and verify consistency with the contracted scope of work.
Perform quality assurance and quality control of BAS, EPMS, and integrated systems using software tools.
Provide installation inspections and other closeout work to support customer acceptance.
Mark up shop drawings to document as-built conditions.
Contribute to project reporting, including daily site updates, daily site safety reporting, and progress reports.
Document and track issues and out-of-scope efforts.
Communicate regularly with subcontractors, project managers, clients, and commissioning agents about project progress.
Use AI-enabled and digital tools to improve efficiency, reduce manual effort, and support consistent, high-quality work.
Identify process-improvement opportunities and adopt new technologies, skills, and methods to improve individual and team performance.
Adapt to emerging technologies and digital workflows, and support adoption of innovative tools across the organization.
Complete assigned tasks and deliverables on time and within budget.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Smart Tech Contracting delivers turnkey BAS & EPMS solutions for mission-critical colocation and hyperscale data centers operating at national program scale. As a Master Systems Integrator (MSI), we unify controls construction (DDC, PLC, SCADA) with software engineering, optimized graphics / UI standards, and program-level governance.
Complex integrations are delivered cleanly, consistently, and fast. Our teams thrive in high-stakes environments where quality control and uptime matters, schedules are compressed, and coordination is everything.
Join us and be part of a team where your voice matters, your work makes an impact, and your growth is a shared priority.
Position Title: Lead System Integrator – Critical Infrastructure – Atlanta, GA
Position Location: Position Location: Atlanta, GA metro area or surrounding areas
JOB SUMMARY
The Lead System Integrator – Critical Infrastructure is a key contributor in the construction and startup phase of large-scale mission critical building automation systems. Provides technical support and leadership to plan, schedule and execute project installation, startup, testing, troubleshooting, commissioning and closeout of the largest and most complex building automation systems software integration projects in industrial, commercial and mission critical / technology sectors.
The Lead System Integrator – Critical Infrastructure will work with design engineers, construction contractors, the project Design System Integrator (DSI), equipment vendors, and client staff to ensure proper operation and acceptance of the automation and software solutions.
The Lead System Integrator – Critical Infrastructure will receive day-to-day direction and coordination from the site super intendent but shall be capable of executing on required tasks in a largely independent manner. Lead System Integrator – Critical will oversee the installation efforts of electrical sub-contractors and manage teams of up to six System Integrators through the L2 and L3 system verification process.
This person will communicate and operate in line with organizational goals and values, as well as departmental objectives.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Startup, Commissioning and Closeout of BAS / EPMS / HVAC Controls Systems (80%)
Lead teams in pre-functional and functional testing of critical BAS . EPMS systems using PLC and SCADA platforms
Execute troubleshooting of BAS / EPMS equipment, IO, instrumentation and network systems including corrective actions
Participate in commissioning efforts with external stakeholders
Analyze system operation, work with project team to demonstrate system operation and verify consistency with the contracted scope of work
Perform QA / QC of BAS / EPMS and integrated systems using software tools
Provide installation inspections and other closeout duties to ensure customer acceptance
Provide markups for shop drawings to document asbuilt conditions
Reporting and Communication (10%)
Contribute to project reporting including daily site updates, daily site safety reporting and progress reports
Document and track issues and out of scope efforts
Communicate regularly with subcontractors, project managers, clients and commissioning agents on project progress
Technology, Digital Tools & AI-Enabled Efficiency (10%)
Leverage AI-enabled and digital tools to enhance efficiency, reduce manual effort, and support consistent, high-quality work output
Identify opportunities to improve processes and demonstrate a continuous learning mindset, seeking out new technologies, skills, and methods that elevate individual and team performance
Adapt to emerging technologies and evolving digital workflows, actively supporting the integration and adoption of innovative tools across the organization
Completion of Assigned Tasks and Deliverables on Time and on Budget
Performs Other Related Duties as Assigned
POSITION REQUIREMENTS (ADVANCED LEVEL FOR ALL THE FOLLOWING)
Knowledge of HVAC, mechanical and electrical systems
Knowledge of controls wiring, relay logic, and associated sensors and field devices
Knowledge of central cooling plant equipment, components and sequences of operation
Experience with startup and troubleshooting of PLC platforms including Allen Bradley ControlLogix, CompactLogix, MicroLogix
Experience with troubleshooting low voltage electrical systems
Experience with startup and troubleshooting of SCADA platforms including Ignition
Experience leading small teams in testing and troubleshooting of controls systems
Skilled at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management
Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail
Ability to leverage AI and emerging technologies to streamline workflows, optimize operational processes, and contribute to company-wide innovation
Ability to work successfully in a remote environment through effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness and resourcefulness in a distraction free workspace
Ability to interpret AE construction drawings, BAS shop drawings, manufacturers wiring diagrams, standards documentation, submittals and product data sheets
Ability to follow company and site safety requirements
Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondence
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form (technical and non-technical information)
Ability to communicate effectively directly with clients and at times serve as primary point of client contact
Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines
Ability to effectively plan and delegate the work of others
Ability to achieve certification for NFPA70E and / or OSHA training as required
Ability to maintain jobsite and keep it organized
Organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The following physical demands must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is
Frequently manipulating, moving or grasping small parts, devices or tools
Frequently required to remain in a stationary position
Frequently moving through office, critical facility and other environments (such as low temperatures, high temperatures and outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind), including tight and confined spaces
Frequently descending / ascending stairs and ladders to access equipment
On occasion the employee may be required to position self under or over equipment
On occasion the employee may move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
TRAVEL / RELOCATION REQUIREMENTS
Must live in or relocate to the Atlanta, GA metro area or surrounding areas
Up to 50-75% travel
For Georgia-based candidates who are not directly local to the assigned project site, travel cadence may be flexible/negotiable depending on home location and project assignment
Effective May 7, 2025, and in accordance with U.S. federal regulations for domestic air travel, a valid REAL ID (or an acceptable alternative, such as a passport) is required for travel associated with this position
Travel may involve transportation by car or plane depending on the destination and nature of the business need
Travel is defined as physically leaving home on behalf of business activities including but not limited to client sites, meetings with other employees, meetings for business development purposes, running errands on behalf of the business, attending industry conferences, etc.
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction or related discipline
OR
Two years of experience with hands-on installation, testing, validation and troubleshooting of controls infrastructure
PLUS
Minimum of five years of additional experience with installation, hands-on testing, validation and troubleshooting of controls infrastructure ideally in PLC and SCADA implementations
BENEFITS
Smart Tech Contracting offers a very competitive benefits package; highlights include
Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)
Dental and vision plans
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26
401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option
PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year
Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage
Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance
Paid parental leave after one year of employment
CO, CA, IL, NY, WA, and Washington DC residents only: In accordance with CO, CA, IL, NY, WA, and Washington DC law, the range provided is STC's reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may differ based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and location.
Smart Tech Contracting is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and participates in the E-Verify program with the Department of Homeland Security. We encourage diversity in our workforce.
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