Controls Systems SME 2
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Job Location:
Spartanburg, SC - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Controls Systems SME 2
Location: Spartanburg SC
Overview
This organization is backed by dedicated leadership and investment with a clear mission as it operates at the bleeding edge of technology. Its goal is to scale and enhance high-performance computing (HPC) and cloud infrastructure that supports clients research production and delivery enabling breakthroughs that shape the industries of tomorrow. Its engineers build critical infrastructure to eliminate friction in scientific research simulations analysis and decision-making accelerating discovery and driving faster innovation.
The Controls Automation and Integration Subject Matter Expert (SME) is the on-site technical authority responsible for the hands-on support operation troubleshooting and optimization of control automation and integration systems within a High-Performance Compute Center (HPCC) environment.
Reporting to the HPCC Controls Automation and Integration Manager this role serves as a technical authority at the system and field level supporting Building Management Systems (BMS) SCADA DCIM PLCs and site automation platforms that enable reliable efficient and scalable mission-critical operations. The SME plays a key role in ensuring seamless integration between data center control systems and onsite generating station controls supporting synchronized operation across IT OT and power generation environments.
Key Responsibilities
System Operations & Support
- 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.
- Support integration between HPCC infrastructure controls and onsite generating station systems including generator controls protective relays and load transfer automation.
Validation & Testing
- Validate automated sequences interlocks failover logic signal mapping and system communications.
- Participate in commissioning functional testing and acceptance activities for new systems and modifications; execute standardized test scripts and verify results.
- Support software firmware and configuration changes under formal change management processes and validate system performance following updates.
Risk Incidents & Documentation
- Identify risks associated with integrations or system modifications and escalate concerns appropriately.
- Assist in incident response root cause analysis corrective actions and documentation to reduce repeat failures.
- Maintain accurate documentation including control drawings I/O lists logic descriptions network diagrams and change records.
Standards & Collaboration
- Ensure alignment with applicable standards and best practices (NFPA ASHRAE ISA/IEC cybersecurity frameworks).
- Support OT cybersecurity hygiene in coordination with IT and security teams.
- Collaborate with Engineering Facilities Operations Commissioning and IT/OT teams to maintain reliable and scalable system performance.
- Provide technical guidance knowledge transfer and support to operators and technical staff.
Required Experience
- Bachelors degree in Electrical Controls Mechanical Engineering or related discipline; or equivalent hands-on experience.
- 69 years of experience in controls engineering automation or OT systems in mission-critical or industrial environments.
- Strong hands-on experience with BMS SCADA PLC platforms and IT/OT integration.
- Familiarity with industrial communication protocols such as EtherNet/IP Modbus and MQTT.
- Experience supporting controls systems across construction commissioning and live operations.
- Knowledge of relevant codes and standards including NFPA 70/70E ASHRAE ISA/IEC and cybersecurity frameworks.
- Strong troubleshooting documentation and communication skills.
- Ability to operate effectively in high-pressure 24/7 mission-critical environments.
