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AECOM is hiring a Control System Designer, Data Centers - Remote (U.S.)

About the Role

AECOM is seeking a highly motivated Control System Designer to design state-of-the-art automation and SCADA systems for mechanical and electrical systems in complex data center and mission-critical infrastructure projects globally. This is a remote position based in the U.S., offering flexibility with occasional travel for client meetings and project milestones.

What You'll Do

  • Coordinate with mechanical design team to develop control sequences, diagrams, and points lists for mechanical systems serving both building and process systems.
  • Coordinate with electrical design team on the development of network architectures and points lists for electrical distribution and conditioning systems.
  • Coordinate with Information and Communications Technology (ICT) design team to coordinate structured ethernet cabling interfaces to control panels and end devices.
  • Design resilient operational technology (OT) networks for control systems including both ethernet and serial networks utilizing various media (wireless, fiber, copper).
  • Develop basis of design (BOD) for building automation system (BAS), programmable logic controllers (PLC) and power monitoring system (PMS) controllers, instrumentation and software including datasheets.
  • Develop and tailor division 23 and 25 controls, instrumentation, and cyber security technical specifications in alignment with BOD.
  • Develop and tailor division 26 power monitoring specifications including coordination with electrical team for specification of factory-mounted systems on distribution equipment for compatibility.
  • Familiar with modern control system protocols for BAS, EPMS, & PLC – i.e. Modbus, BACnet, EtherNet/IP, etc., along with proper applications and network requirements for specification.
  • Verify compliance with applicable US codes and engineering standards/practices.
  • Ability to work with templated models for system deployment, tracking and justifying all changes from client’s models.
  • Coordinate with other disciplines as needed for a cohesive and well-coordinated design.
  • Work flexible hours to attend project meetings/calls.
  • Be detail-oriented and technical yet experienced enough to see the big picture.
  • Schedule and meet budget expectations.
  • Multi-task and be flexible, along with ability to adapt to project deadlines.
  • Have passion and enthusiasm for design in a collaborative and progressive team-oriented work environment.

What We're Looking For

  • Highly motivated
  • Ability to coordinate with mechanical, electrical, and ICT design teams
  • Experience in designing automation and SCADA systems for mechanical and electrical systems
  • Experience in developing control sequences, diagrams, and points lists
  • Experience in designing resilient OT networks using ethernet and serial protocols over various media
  • Experience developing basis of design (BOD) for BAS, PLC, and PMS systems
  • Experience developing and tailoring Division 23, 25, and 26 technical specifications
  • Familiarity with modern control system protocols such as Modbus, BACnet, EtherNet/IP
  • Understanding of proper applications and network requirements for control system specifications
  • Ability to verify compliance with applicable US codes and engineering standards
  • Experience working with templated models and tracking changes from client models
  • Ability to coordinate with multiple disciplines for integrated design
  • Willingness to work flexible hours for project meetings and calls
  • Detail-oriented and technically proficient
  • Ability to manage schedules and meet budget expectations
  • Strong multitasking and adaptability to project deadlines
  • Passion and enthusiasm for design in a collaborative team environment

Technical Stack

  • Modbus
  • BACnet
  • EtherNet/IP
  • SCADA
  • BAS (Building Automation System)
  • PLC (Programmable Logic Controllers)
  • PMS (Power Monitoring System)
  • OT networks
  • Ethernet
  • Serial networks
  • Fiber
  • Copper
  • Wireless

Team & Environment

  • Part of the Buildings and Places (B+P) group
  • Work with robust teams globally
  • Collaborative, progressive, team-oriented culture
  • Fast-paced, client-focused, global environment

Benefits & Compensation

  • Flexibility of a remote work schedule
  • Opportunity to work with global teams on high-profile data center projects
  • Client-facing role with upward career mobility
  • Occasional travel scheduled in advance for client meetings and milestones

Work Mode

  • Fully remote with occasional travel required

AECOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Required Skills
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AECOM
AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering solutions in water, environment, energy, transportation, and buildings. The company partners with public- and private-sector clients to solve complex challenges and build legacies through advisory, planning, design, engineering, and construction management. A Fortune 500 firm with $16.1 billion revenue in fiscal year 2025.
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