ZipRecruiter
Sr Staff Instrumentation & Controls Engineer - Architect
ZipRecruiter, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285
What You’ll Be Working On
Lead the architecture, design, and development of automation and visualization solutions for data center BMS/EPMS systems, ensuring seamless integration with HVAC, electrical, and monitoring infrastructure
Define system standards, frameworks, and design patterns for controls, PLC/SCADA, BMS, and EPMS implementations across multiple projects and sites
Develop intuitive dashboards, HMIs, and operator workflows that make complex building and power systems easy to monitor and control
Build and maintain automation scripts, tags, templates, and reporting modules to streamline commissioning, testing, and operations at scale
Collaborate with engineers, contractors, and OEM partners to scope, configure, and deploy projects that tie into BACnet, Modbus, OPC-UA, and MQTT protocols
Conduct system testing, simulation, and commissioning to validate architecture, functionality, data accuracy, and operational performance prior to deployment
Leverage controls platforms to collect and visualize real-time and historical data, enabling performance insights, fault detection, and predictive maintenance
Optimize existing user interfaces and system designs to improve operator experience, reduce alarm fatigue, and accelerate troubleshooting
Provide leadership with actionable dashboards and automated reports on system health, uptime, energy efficiency, and capacity utilization
Mentor and train technicians and engineers on best practices for controls architecture, programming standards, and UI customization
Ensure all controls implementations comply with industry standards, cybersecurity best practices, and company sustainability goals
What You’ll Bring to the Team
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline (Master’s or relevant certifications a plus)
Extensive professional experience in automation system architecture, including PLC, SCADA, BMS, and EPMS platforms
Proven ability to design scalable, maintainable automation frameworks and custom UIs in mission-critical environments
Background in BMS/EPMS, SCADA, or ICS systems, ideally in data center or other high-availability facilities
Familiarity with control protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, OPC-UA, MQTT, and integrating diverse building systems into unified platforms
Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical systems, PLC/DDC logic, and industrial automation concepts
Demonstrated ability to translate operational and business needs into robust architecture and intuitive system solutions
Excellent communication skills for collaborating with engineers, contractors, and leadership stakeholders
Track record of solving complex automation challenges with innovative, data-driven solutions
Passion for leveraging automation and system architecture to improve performance, resiliency, and user experience
Benefits
Competitive industry pay and equity (RSUs) in a fast-growing, well-funded technology company
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance with multiple plan options
Employer contributions to HSA accounts
Paid parental leave
Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term insurance
401(k) with 100% company match up to 4% of salary
Generous PTO and holiday schedule
Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
Cell phone reimbursement, Calm app subscription, and commuter benefits ($300/month)
Crusoe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, , , , genetic information, , citizenship, marital status, /, preference/ , , , veteran status, , or any other status protected by law or regulation.
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Lead the architecture, design, and development of automation and visualization solutions for data center BMS/EPMS systems, ensuring seamless integration with HVAC, electrical, and monitoring infrastructure
Define system standards, frameworks, and design patterns for controls, PLC/SCADA, BMS, and EPMS implementations across multiple projects and sites
Develop intuitive dashboards, HMIs, and operator workflows that make complex building and power systems easy to monitor and control
Build and maintain automation scripts, tags, templates, and reporting modules to streamline commissioning, testing, and operations at scale
Collaborate with engineers, contractors, and OEM partners to scope, configure, and deploy projects that tie into BACnet, Modbus, OPC-UA, and MQTT protocols
Conduct system testing, simulation, and commissioning to validate architecture, functionality, data accuracy, and operational performance prior to deployment
Leverage controls platforms to collect and visualize real-time and historical data, enabling performance insights, fault detection, and predictive maintenance
Optimize existing user interfaces and system designs to improve operator experience, reduce alarm fatigue, and accelerate troubleshooting
Provide leadership with actionable dashboards and automated reports on system health, uptime, energy efficiency, and capacity utilization
Mentor and train technicians and engineers on best practices for controls architecture, programming standards, and UI customization
Ensure all controls implementations comply with industry standards, cybersecurity best practices, and company sustainability goals
What You’ll Bring to the Team
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline (Master’s or relevant certifications a plus)
Extensive professional experience in automation system architecture, including PLC, SCADA, BMS, and EPMS platforms
Proven ability to design scalable, maintainable automation frameworks and custom UIs in mission-critical environments
Background in BMS/EPMS, SCADA, or ICS systems, ideally in data center or other high-availability facilities
Familiarity with control protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, OPC-UA, MQTT, and integrating diverse building systems into unified platforms
Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical systems, PLC/DDC logic, and industrial automation concepts
Demonstrated ability to translate operational and business needs into robust architecture and intuitive system solutions
Excellent communication skills for collaborating with engineers, contractors, and leadership stakeholders
Track record of solving complex automation challenges with innovative, data-driven solutions
Passion for leveraging automation and system architecture to improve performance, resiliency, and user experience
Benefits
Competitive industry pay and equity (RSUs) in a fast-growing, well-funded technology company
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance with multiple plan options
Employer contributions to HSA accounts
Paid parental leave
Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term insurance
401(k) with 100% company match up to 4% of salary
Generous PTO and holiday schedule
Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
Cell phone reimbursement, Calm app subscription, and commuter benefits ($300/month)
Crusoe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, , , , genetic information, , citizenship, marital status, /, preference/ , , , veteran status, , or any other status protected by law or regulation.
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