Controls System SME
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Job Location:
Spartanburg, SC - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
6 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
CONTROLS SYSTEM SME MISSION-CRITICAL
Location: Spartanburg SC
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Compensation: Competitive Base Salary Bonus Comprehensive Benefits
OVERVIEW
GTN is seeking a Controls System SME to serve as the on-site technical authority within a large-scale High-Performance Compute Center (HPCC) environment.
This role is responsible for the hands-on support operation troubleshooting and optimization of control automation and integration systems that enable reliable efficient and scalable mission-critical operations. The SME will provide field-level and system-level expertise across Building Management Systems (BMS) SCADA DCIM PLCs and site automation platforms.
The ideal candidate brings deep experience in IT/OT integration industrial controls and mission-critical infrastructure with the ability to operate confidently in live environments where uptime safety and procedural discipline are paramount.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
On-Site Controls Authority
Operate monitor and support BMS SCADA DCIM PLC and site automation systems across the HPCC environment
Serve as the technical escalation point for control system alarms abnormal behavior integration faults and performance degradation
Troubleshoot control logic field devices communications networks and IT/OT integrations to restore stable operations
Validate automated sequences interlocks failover logic signal mapping and system communications
System Integration & Power Infrastructure
Support integration between HPCC infrastructure controls and onsite generating station systems including generator controls protective relays and automated load transfer systems
Ensure synchronized performance between data center controls and power generation environments
Identify integration risks and escalate concerns appropriately
Commissioning & Change Management
Participate in commissioning functional testing and acceptance activities for new systems and modifications
Execute standardized test scripts and validate performance outcomes
Support software firmware and configuration updates under formal change management processes
Verify system stability and performance following updates
Incident Response & Documentation
Support incident response root cause analysis and corrective action implementation
Maintain accurate documentation including control drawings I/O lists logic descriptions network diagrams and change records
Ensure alignment with applicable standards and industry best practices (NFPA ASHRAE ISA/IEC cybersecurity frameworks)
Support OT cybersecurity coordination in partnership with IT and security teams
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Collaborate with Engineering Facilities Operations Commissioning and IT/OT teams to maintain reliable and scalable system performance
Provide technical guidance and knowledge transfer to operators and technical staff
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance system resilience and operational efficiency
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Controls Engineering Mechanical Engineering or related discipline; or equivalent hands-on experience
69 years of experience in controls engineering automation or OT systems within mission-critical or industrial environments
Strong hands-on experience with BMS SCADA PLC platforms and IT/OT system integration
Familiarity with industrial communication protocols such as EtherNet/IP Modbus and MQTT
Experience supporting controls systems across construction commissioning and live operational environments
Working knowledge of NFPA 70/70E ASHRAE ISA/IEC standards and OT cybersecurity frameworks
Strong troubleshooting documentation and communication skills
Ability to operate effectively in high-pressure 24/7 mission-critical environments
Key Skills
- Computer Science
- Business Process
- Active Directory
- ISO
- Linux
- Project Management
- Sharepoint
- ERP
- QA
- User Training
- System upgrade
- System Administration
- SDLC
- Setup
- UNIX
