Lead Controls Engineer

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Plano, TX
In-Office
Senior level
Consulting • Design
The Role
Lead the engineering design of complex control systems for data centers, ensuring high-quality, standards-compliant designs while mentoring junior engineers.
Summary Generated by Built In

At E Tech Group, joining our team means joining a group of passionate and forward-thinking experts. We’re one of the largest engineering and system integration firms in the United States providing value for our clients through IT automation and control solutions for more than 30 years to the Life Sciences, Mission Critical, Metals & Mining, Warehousing & Distribution, and CPG/Food & Beverage industries. Our national scale allows us to help our clients develop and implement standardized solutions at any of their facilities regardless of physical location or the local resources available at that site.   

We are looking for a Lead Controls Engineer with deep expertise in automation and controls systems design for data centers. In this role, you will lead the engineering design of complex control systems, including building automation, power monitoring, environmental controls, and integration with DCIM systems. You will be a technical leader and mentor, ensuring high-quality, standards-compliant designs that meet client and project specifications across multiple concurrent initiatives.

This position is ideal for a senior-level engineer with experience delivering large-scale, mission-critical controls systems in the data center industry, who is passionate about technical excellence and mentoring junior engineers.

Remote role but MUST be located in or around (or willing to relocate to) one of the following areas: Huntsville, AL, Tulsa, OK or West- Central TX.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the Design of Control Systems
    Develop and review detailed designs for Building Management Systems (BMS), Power Monitoring Systems (PMS), and other facility automation solutions specific to data center applications.
  • Project Leadership & Technical Oversight
    Lead controls engineering tasks across all project phases—from conceptual design to commissioning. Serve as the technical lead and ensure adherence to client specifications, industry standards, and internal QA/QC processes.
  • Client and Stakeholder Coordination
    Interface with internal teams, external engineering partners, and clients to translate requirements into robust, scalable controls solutions. Communicate technical issues and provide engineering leadership in meetings and design reviews.
  • Documentation and Deliverables
    Generate and review I/O lists, control panel designs, P&IDs, sequence of operations (SOOs), control narratives, and network architecture diagrams. Ensure all deliverables align with project milestones and client standards.
  • Vendor & Subcontractor Engagement
    Collaborate with controls vendors and contractors on equipment selection, integration strategies, and value engineering options. Support the procurement team by providing technical documentation and participating in vendor reviews.
  • Commissioning Support
    Provide support during startup and commissioning. Address field issues, update designs as needed and ensure a smooth transition to operations.
  • Mentorship & Development
    Mentor junior engineers, review their work for accuracy and completeness, and help guide their professional development
  • .Serve as an ambassador who embodies our Core Values, prioritizing the success of E Tech Group, our clients, and the professional development of our associates. 

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
  • DNA comprised of collaboration and teamwork.
  • 7+ years of experience in controls and automation engineering, including:
    • 3+ years focused on data center controls design
    • Experience with BMS/BAS systems (e.g., Tridium, Honeywell, Siemens, Schneider)
    • Familiarity with PMS/EPMS integration (e.g., Ignition)
  • Proficient in developing controls system documentation (SOO, network diagrams, control panel layouts, etc.)
  • Knowledge of HVAC systems, electrical infrastructure, and critical facility operations
  • Strong understanding of PLC, HMI, and SCADA platforms
  • Excellent communication and team leadership skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with data center standards such as ASHRAE TC 9.9, Uptime Institute Tier levels, and TIA-942
  • Familiarity with DCIM platforms and integration
  • Professional Engineering (PE) license or ability to obtain
  • Experience working in an EPC or Design-Build environment
  • Hands-on experience with commissioning and site support
  • Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, or BIM environments

Benefits & Perks: 

  • 401k + match + prompt enrollment.  E Tech Group employees are 100% vested upon entry. 
  • Prompt enrollment into Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits. 
  • Generous paid time off that includes paid vacation, paid holidays, paid family leave and sick time off. 
  • Learning and growth are key parts of the E Tech culture. We provide you with training and continuing education from day one, so you can advance your career. As an E Tech associate, you can unlock your greatest potential through challenges and opportunities. 

 E Tech Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law.  E Tech Group will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and for religious beliefs. E Tech Group is an Affirmative Action Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.  

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The Company
HQ: West Chester, OH
300 Employees
Year Founded: 1993

What We Do

E Tech Group is one of the largest engineering and system integration firms in the United States. With 14 offices and more than 380 engineers, we provide automation, control, and information solutions to the Life Sciences, Mission Critical, Metals, Parcel, Consumer Products and Food & Beverage industries. In addition to our organic growth, E Tech Group has recently grown through the successful acquisition and integration of Glenmount Global Solutions, Superior Controls, and Banks Integration.

We provide a full suite of system Consulting, Design, Development, Assembly, Installation, Testing, Startup, and Training & Maintenance services. We’ve delivered over $1B+ in solutions. From staff augmentation to small upgrade projects to full turnkey design/build projects, E Tech has a deep bench of resources with decades of industry experience to deliver successful outcomes on time and on budget.

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