Remote Data Center Design Engineer (Controls & Automation)

Remote Location: Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, or Nevada

About the Opportunity

Our client is seeking a Design Engineer to support the engineering and design of advanced automation and control systems across mission-critical, industrial, and commercial infrastructure projects. This role provides an excellent opportunity for an engineer with controls, electrical design, or building automation experience to work on projects impacting data centers, critical facilities, industrial operations, and complex building systems.

Working closely with senior engineering staff, project managers, programmers, and field teams, this individual will contribute to the development of complete control system design packages from concept through commissioning and project closeout. The position offers exposure to modern automation technologies, rapid career growth, and the opportunity to work on high-profile projects throughout the Southwest and Mountain West regions.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys translating project requirements into detailed engineering deliverables while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure projects are delivered accurately, efficiently, and on schedule.

Key Responsibilities

Control System Design & Engineering

• Develop and support control system designs for DDC, PLC, and building automation applications.
• Prepare control drawings, panel layouts, wiring diagrams, network architecture drawings, and system schematics.
• Generate project submittals based on project specifications, equipment selections, and operational requirements.
• Create device schedules, I/O lists, flow diagrams, control narratives, and related technical documentation.
• Assist with control panel design and documentation, including power distribution, enclosure layouts, and field device integration.
• Interpret mechanical, electrical, and process drawings to develop coordinated control solutions.
• Produce as-built documentation and project closeout packages.
• Ensure design deliverables are accurate, complete, and aligned with project schedules.

Project Coordination

• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, programmers, vendors, contractors, fabrication teams, and field personnel.
• Support project execution through design reviews, documentation updates, and technical coordination.
• Prepare and track RFIs to resolve design questions and missing information.
• Communicate project status, schedule concerns, and technical issues to internal stakeholders.
• Provide engineering support during startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting activities as required.

Quality & Continuous Improvement

• Maintain compliance with established CAD standards, design procedures, and documentation requirements.
• Review drawings and documentation for accuracy prior to submission.
• Participate in QA/QC reviews and implement design revisions as necessary.
• Contribute to improvements in engineering standards, templates, workflows, and documentation practices.
• Maintain organized project records, revisions, and engineering documentation throughout the project lifecycle.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related technical discipline preferred.
• 2-5 years of experience in controls design, electrical design, industrial automation, building automation systems, or related engineering fields.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, or similar engineering design software.
• Working knowledge of DDC controls, PLC systems, HVAC controls, industrial automation, or building automation systems.
• Experience creating wiring diagrams, panel layouts, control schematics, device schedules, and engineering documentation.
• Ability to interpret project plans, specifications, sequences of operation, and equipment documentation.
• Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting mission-critical facilities, data centers, industrial plants, or large commercial infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with NEC, NFPA, UL 508A, and related industry standards.
• Experience with Rockwell Automation / Allen-Bradley platforms.
• Exposure to Revit, Bluebeam, or similar engineering and documentation tools.
• Experience preparing construction submittals, closeout documentation, and as-built drawings.
• Understanding of industrial networking, control system architecture, and field instrumentation.

Work Environment

• Primarily office-based engineering environment with occasional site visits.
• Collaboration with engineering, operations, construction, and commissioning teams.
• Exposure to industrial, commercial, mission-critical, and infrastructure projects.
• Opportunities for field support, startup assistance, and professional development throughout project execution.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Flexible PTO program
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Professional development and technical training opportunities
• Career advancement within a rapidly growing engineering and automation organization
• Travel-related reimbursements and support for eligible project assignments