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Vertiv

Builds power and cooling systems for data centers

Design Controls Engineer

Controls & Automation EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-time

About the Job

Requirements

  • A university degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Information Technology is required.
  • Fluent English communication skills, both written and spoken, are required.
  • Experience with automation, control systems, and system integration in industrial, commercial, or mission-critical environments is required.
  • Strong analytical and programming skills are required.
  • Attention to detail and commitment to engineering excellence are required.
  • Ability to work independently while effectively coordinating with multidisciplinary teams is required.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills are required.
  • Curiosity, ownership, and a passion for solving challenging technical problems are required.
  • A proactive mindset focused on delivering reliable solutions for complex, critical engineering applications is required.

Responsibilities

  • Lead conceptual and detailed design of building management systems, electrical power monitoring systems, and industrial control systems for projects of varying complexity.
  • Develop control system documentation, including riser diagrams, network diagrams, input/output lists, functional descriptions, sequences of operation, material submittals, and technical specifications.
  • Design control system architectures, industrial communication networks, and integration strategies for third-party equipment.
  • Develop and review programmable logic controller and direct digital control software solutions using platforms such as CODESYS and other modern control technologies.
  • Design and support supervisory control and data acquisition/human-machine interface applications, preferably using Ignition.
  • Configure and integrate Ethernet-based industrial networks, switches, and communication protocols, including Modbus TCP/RTU, BACnet, OPC UA, MQTT, and SNMP.
  • Design and configure redundant SCADA systems, including redundant central SCADA units, redundant databases, and redundant MQTT brokers, in a virtualized environment.
  • Coordinate and supervise controls, fire alarm, and security system integrators.
  • Provide technical guidance to suppliers, subcontractors, installers, and manufacturing teams.
  • Collaborate with Manufacturing, Site Deployment, Commissioning, and Quality teams throughout project execution.

Desired Qualifications

  • PLC/DDC programming, with CODESYS preferred.
  • Experience with SCADA platforms, with Ignition preferred.
  • Experience with AutoCAD and BIM tools, with Revit preferred.
  • Experience with control panel design, testing, and commissioning.
  • Knowledge of industrial communication protocols, including Modbus, BACnet, OPC UA, MQTT, and SNMP.
  • Knowledge of Ethernet networking and managed switches.
  • Knowledge of SQL databases and data-driven applications, including SQL Server and PostgreSQL.
  • Knowledge of Linux environments and virtualization technologies, including VMware ESXi, Proxmox, and VirtualBox.
  • Experience with Docker containers and modern software development tools.

About the Company

Vertiv

Builds power and cooling systems for data centers

Vertiv builds power and cooling equipment that keeps data centers, communication networks, and industrial facilities running through outages and heavy computing loads. Its Liebert cooling systems manage the heat generated by servers, while its power products protect equipment and distribute electricity. The company sells equipment directly and through distributors, then earns additional revenue from installation, maintenance, spare parts, and services throughout the equipment life cycle. Its portfolio also includes racks and software for monitoring and managing IT equipment. Vertiv became a standalone company in 2016 and is headquartered in Westerville, Ohio.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Westerville, OH
Founded
2016

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