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Controls Engineer - Data Center Infrastructure Design & Engineering
Meta, Menlo Park, California, United States, 94029
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Controls Engineer - Data Center Infrastructure Design & Engineering
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Base pay range $167,000.00/yr - $230,000.00/yr
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and implement control systems for data center mechanical, electrical, and building management systems
Program and configure PLCs using Schneider Electric Modicon, Rockwell Allen-Bradley, and Siemens systems
Develop SCADA applications using Aveva System Platform, Ignition, and other HMI/supervisory systems
Design control panel layouts and specify hardware components including I/O modules, communication interfaces, and safety systems
Specify instrumentation including sensors, transmitters, actuators, and control valves to meet system performance requirements
Configure communication networks using OPC-UA, Modbus TCP/IP, MQTT, and Ethernet-IP
Ensure proper integration between control systems and enterprise networks while maintaining security boundaries
Develop and maintain interface specifications between control systems and external systems
Create comprehensive technical documentation including P&IDs, control narratives, sequence of operations, and testing procedures
Develop and maintain control system standards and specifications
Document system architectures, communication protocols, and integration requirements
Create commissioning and startup procedures for control systems deployment
Maintain accurate as‑built documentation and configuration management records
Evaluate emerging control technologies and assess their applicability to data center operations
Stay current with industry trends and best practices in industrial automation and building controls
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Controls, Mechanical) or equivalent practical experience with 7+ years in control systems design and implementation
Demonstrated expertise in PLC programming (Ladder Logic, Function Block, Structured Text) and SCADA/HMI development using industrial platforms
Experience with industrial automation, critical facilities, or data center environments including instrumentation selection and control system integration
Working knowledge of industrial communication protocols (OPC-UA, Modbus TCP/IP, MQTT, Ethernet-IP) and network configuration principles
Data driven problem‑solving abilities with concise documentation skills and ability to work effectively in cross‑functionallin
Preferred Qualifications
10+ years in data center, critical facilities, or mission‑critical infrastructure with knowledge of building automation systems and energy management
Experience with manufacturing environments, equipment deployment processes, commissioning activities, and large‑scale system rollouts across multiple facilities
Professional Engineering (PE) license, vendor certifications (Schneider, Rockwell, Siemens), industry certifications (ISA automation, building commissioning), or networking certifications (CCNA, CCNP, CompTIA Network+)
Experience with cybersecurity frameworks for industrial control systems, DCIM platforms, and advanced control strategies (optimization algorithms, predictive control)
Knowledge of relevant codes and standards (ASHRAE, NFPA, IEEE, ISA) including networking standards (IEEE 802.3, TIA/EIA-568, ISO/IEC 11801) and experience with hyperscale infrastructure or large‑scale industrial operations
About Meta Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Meta participates in the E‑Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process.
Equal Employment Opportunity Meta is committed to hiring a diverse workforce that reflects the communities and the customers Meta serves. Meta is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer ... (legal boilerplate can remain, but omitted here for brevity)
Compensation $167,000/year to $230,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
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Controls Engineer - Data Center Infrastructure Design & Engineering
role at
Meta
Base pay range $167,000.00/yr - $230,000.00/yr
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and implement control systems for data center mechanical, electrical, and building management systems
Program and configure PLCs using Schneider Electric Modicon, Rockwell Allen-Bradley, and Siemens systems
Develop SCADA applications using Aveva System Platform, Ignition, and other HMI/supervisory systems
Design control panel layouts and specify hardware components including I/O modules, communication interfaces, and safety systems
Specify instrumentation including sensors, transmitters, actuators, and control valves to meet system performance requirements
Configure communication networks using OPC-UA, Modbus TCP/IP, MQTT, and Ethernet-IP
Ensure proper integration between control systems and enterprise networks while maintaining security boundaries
Develop and maintain interface specifications between control systems and external systems
Create comprehensive technical documentation including P&IDs, control narratives, sequence of operations, and testing procedures
Develop and maintain control system standards and specifications
Document system architectures, communication protocols, and integration requirements
Create commissioning and startup procedures for control systems deployment
Maintain accurate as‑built documentation and configuration management records
Evaluate emerging control technologies and assess their applicability to data center operations
Stay current with industry trends and best practices in industrial automation and building controls
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Controls, Mechanical) or equivalent practical experience with 7+ years in control systems design and implementation
Demonstrated expertise in PLC programming (Ladder Logic, Function Block, Structured Text) and SCADA/HMI development using industrial platforms
Experience with industrial automation, critical facilities, or data center environments including instrumentation selection and control system integration
Working knowledge of industrial communication protocols (OPC-UA, Modbus TCP/IP, MQTT, Ethernet-IP) and network configuration principles
Data driven problem‑solving abilities with concise documentation skills and ability to work effectively in cross‑functionallin
Preferred Qualifications
10+ years in data center, critical facilities, or mission‑critical infrastructure with knowledge of building automation systems and energy management
Experience with manufacturing environments, equipment deployment processes, commissioning activities, and large‑scale system rollouts across multiple facilities
Professional Engineering (PE) license, vendor certifications (Schneider, Rockwell, Siemens), industry certifications (ISA automation, building commissioning), or networking certifications (CCNA, CCNP, CompTIA Network+)
Experience with cybersecurity frameworks for industrial control systems, DCIM platforms, and advanced control strategies (optimization algorithms, predictive control)
Knowledge of relevant codes and standards (ASHRAE, NFPA, IEEE, ISA) including networking standards (IEEE 802.3, TIA/EIA-568, ISO/IEC 11801) and experience with hyperscale infrastructure or large‑scale industrial operations
About Meta Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Meta participates in the E‑Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process.
Equal Employment Opportunity Meta is committed to hiring a diverse workforce that reflects the communities and the customers Meta serves. Meta is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer ... (legal boilerplate can remain, but omitted here for brevity)
Compensation $167,000/year to $230,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
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