OpenAI
Overview
Data Center Controls Engineer at OpenAI. OpenAI is on a bold mission to build the world’s most advanced AI infrastructure. We seek a Data Center Controls Engineer with 10+ years of experience designing and implementing advanced SCADA, EPMS, and BMS control system solutions for mission-critical facilities. The Data Center Engineering team defines infrastructure strategy, drives technical innovation, partners with research to set performance benchmarks, and develops reference designs for rapid, scalable global deployment. This role designs and delivers next-generation data center infrastructure optimized for AI workloads and collaborates across research, site selection, design, construction, commissioning, hardware engineering, deployment, operations, and global partners to realize OpenAI’s infrastructure vision. This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of controls, automation, and monitoring at an unprecedented scale. If you are passionate about building cutting-edge systems that push performance and reliability, we encourage you to apply. Responsibilities
Develop and maintain control system design standards, specifications, templates, and reference models for hyperscale AI data centers. Design and implement control system architectures for data center infrastructure, including EPMS, SCADA, BMS, PLC, and DDC systems. Lead software integration for monitoring and control platforms, ensuring reliability, maintainability, and compliance with industry codes and safety standards. Direct the design, testing, deployment, and ongoing maintenance of control solutions for new facilities. Manage external vendors, contractors, and consultants to ensure high-quality system delivery and long-term support. Partner with engineering and operations teams to align control systems with performance, resiliency, and efficiency goals. Optimize telemetry and monitoring capabilities to accurately capture power and cooling load transients and improve overall system performance. Qualifications
10+ years of experience in control system architecture, design, and implementation for large-scale data centers or mission-critical facilities. Strong knowledge of industry codes, standards, and compliance requirements for mission-critical operations. Proven expertise in automation and industrial control system protocols (e.g., BACnet, Modbus, OPC, SNMP, LON). Hands-on experience with PLC, DCS, SCADA, and HMI systems. Deep understanding of data center operations, infrastructure systems, and control system integration. Demonstrated ability to rapidly design, test, and implement reliable control software solutions. Extensive experience in monitoring and controls for HVAC, power, and mechanical systems. Successful track record of selecting, managing, and collaborating with external vendors, contractors, and consultants. Bachelor’s degree in Controls Engineering or a related field; advanced degree or professional certifications preferred. Preferred Skills
Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering. 15+ years of experience in control systems for global, large-scale data center operations. Expertise in AI-driven automation and predictive analytics for control systems. Experience with energy-efficient and sustainable control system design practices. Strong background in big data telemetry, analytics, and infrastructure monitoring. About OpenAI
OpenAI is an AI research and deployment company dedicated to ensuring that general-purpose artificial intelligence benefits all of humanity. We push the boundaries of AI capabilities and seek to safely deploy them to the world through our products. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics. For more information, see OpenAI’s Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including local fair chance laws. OpenAI provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities upon request. Job Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Information Technology Industries: Research Services Location: San Francisco, CA
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Data Center Controls Engineer at OpenAI. OpenAI is on a bold mission to build the world’s most advanced AI infrastructure. We seek a Data Center Controls Engineer with 10+ years of experience designing and implementing advanced SCADA, EPMS, and BMS control system solutions for mission-critical facilities. The Data Center Engineering team defines infrastructure strategy, drives technical innovation, partners with research to set performance benchmarks, and develops reference designs for rapid, scalable global deployment. This role designs and delivers next-generation data center infrastructure optimized for AI workloads and collaborates across research, site selection, design, construction, commissioning, hardware engineering, deployment, operations, and global partners to realize OpenAI’s infrastructure vision. This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of controls, automation, and monitoring at an unprecedented scale. If you are passionate about building cutting-edge systems that push performance and reliability, we encourage you to apply. Responsibilities
Develop and maintain control system design standards, specifications, templates, and reference models for hyperscale AI data centers. Design and implement control system architectures for data center infrastructure, including EPMS, SCADA, BMS, PLC, and DDC systems. Lead software integration for monitoring and control platforms, ensuring reliability, maintainability, and compliance with industry codes and safety standards. Direct the design, testing, deployment, and ongoing maintenance of control solutions for new facilities. Manage external vendors, contractors, and consultants to ensure high-quality system delivery and long-term support. Partner with engineering and operations teams to align control systems with performance, resiliency, and efficiency goals. Optimize telemetry and monitoring capabilities to accurately capture power and cooling load transients and improve overall system performance. Qualifications
10+ years of experience in control system architecture, design, and implementation for large-scale data centers or mission-critical facilities. Strong knowledge of industry codes, standards, and compliance requirements for mission-critical operations. Proven expertise in automation and industrial control system protocols (e.g., BACnet, Modbus, OPC, SNMP, LON). Hands-on experience with PLC, DCS, SCADA, and HMI systems. Deep understanding of data center operations, infrastructure systems, and control system integration. Demonstrated ability to rapidly design, test, and implement reliable control software solutions. Extensive experience in monitoring and controls for HVAC, power, and mechanical systems. Successful track record of selecting, managing, and collaborating with external vendors, contractors, and consultants. Bachelor’s degree in Controls Engineering or a related field; advanced degree or professional certifications preferred. Preferred Skills
Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering. 15+ years of experience in control systems for global, large-scale data center operations. Expertise in AI-driven automation and predictive analytics for control systems. Experience with energy-efficient and sustainable control system design practices. Strong background in big data telemetry, analytics, and infrastructure monitoring. About OpenAI
OpenAI is an AI research and deployment company dedicated to ensuring that general-purpose artificial intelligence benefits all of humanity. We push the boundaries of AI capabilities and seek to safely deploy them to the world through our products. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics. For more information, see OpenAI’s Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including local fair chance laws. OpenAI provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities upon request. Job Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Information Technology Industries: Research Services Location: San Francisco, CA
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