Controls Lead – Data Center Engineering

About the role

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Data Center Controls Lead to join our Design & Construction department. The role is transversal, focusing on managing all controls aspects of data center design and construction projects across European campuses.

Key responsibilities

• Act as the discipline owner for Controls engineering within the Engineering organisation.
• Lead the development and continuous improvement of DATA4 Controls design standards across all European campuses.
• Define and maintain design principles, technical specifications, standard details and approved solutions for data centre developments.
• Support the development of scalable and repeatable data centre products while driving consistency across projects and geographies.
• Manage the design and development of conceptual and detailed controls systems for new and existing data centres.
• Analyze power and cooling requirements to optimise efficiency, reliability and sustainability through integrated controls strategies.
• Select and specify controls equipment and software based on industry best practices and project requirements.
• Oversee the commissioning process for new and upgraded controls systems, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.
• Develop and execute comprehensive commissioning plans in line with industry standards.
• Identify and resolve commissioning issues efficiently to maintain project progress.
• Stay at the forefront of the latest trends and technologies in data centre controls.
• Provide technical guidance and support to internal stakeholders across various departments.
• Represent the company in external project meetings, discussions and negotiations with vendors and consultants.
• Manage and maintain technical documentation related to data centre mechanical systems.
• Identify improvement opportunities and implement new technologies to enhance reliability, efficiency and sustainability.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 7+ years experience in data centre design and construction or critical infrastructure.
• Proven track record of managing and executing complex mechanical engineering projects.
• Fluent English.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent.
• LEED AP certification or equivalent in Engineering.

Required skills

• Controls systems and related disciplines.
• Data centre thermal management, power distribution and fire suppression systems.
• Commissioning and startup of data centre mechanical systems.
• DCIM software focusing on electrical systems.
• Project management methodologies and best practices.