Lead Control Systems Engineer

About this role

Smart Tech Contracting delivers turnkey BAS & EPMS solutions for mission-critical colocation and hyperscale data centers operating at national program scale. As a Master Systems Integrator (MSI), we unify controls construction (DDC, PLC, SCADA) with software engineering, optimized graphics / UI standards, and program-level governance.
Complex integrations are delivered cleanly, consistently, and fast. Our teams thrive in high-stakes environments where quality control and uptime matters, schedules are compressed, and coordination is everything.
Join us and be part of a team where your voice matters, your work makes an impact, and your growth is a shared priority.
Position Title: Lead Control Systems Engineer
Position Location: Remote - work virtually from anywhere in the United States
JOB SUMMARY
The Lead Control Systems Engineer provides leadership, expertise, and delegates work for construction document
deliverables for building automation system (BAS), electrical power monitoring system (EPMS), and software
integration design projects in hyperscale data center and similar mission critical / technology sectors.
The Lead Control Systems Engineer will work with internal and external MEP/FP trade engineers, equipment
representatives, product vendors, and BIM / Revit / AutoCAD production resources.
The Lead Control Systems Engineer will be self-directed on day-to-day work and receive high level instruction on new
projects, tasks or assignments. Will execute and lead teams and projects, tasks or assignments of complex scope. This
role also will coordinate activities of other personnel and serve as a people manager.
This person will communicate and operate in line with organizational goals / values, and departmental objectives.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Develop and Execute Building Automation Systems Engineering Solutions (55%)

• Serve as client program lead, project trade lead, and SME for the BAS and EPMS scope for one or more

• projects and / or programs.

• Develop client standards, basis of design (BOD), perform feasibility studies, and assist clients with building

• automation roadmaps

• Lead integration designs for DDC and PLC based BAS and EPMS systems

• Design controls network / system architecture including IT / OT requirements

• Select instrumentation, sensors, actuators, valves and other field devices

• Coordinate with equipment, system, and product vendors for building automation interface requirements

• Create and review project book and sheet specifications

• Create and review sequence of operations

• Create and review system diagrams and point / alarm lists

• Work closely with client IT departments for network design, interface details, and security requirements

• Provide direction on engineering production aspects with internal and external Revit / BIM resources

Construction Related Process, Deliverables and Submissions (15%)

• Accountable for construction document deliverables for BAS submittal packages

• Lead planning and execution of construction support activities with internal field personnel and subcontractors

• Lead building automation-focused design reviews and page turns

• Participate in internal and external quality control and peer reviews

• Lead internal and external project meeting discussions on engineering scope

Reporting and Communication (15%)

• Manage project communication and reporting

• Prepare project progress reports for internal and external stakeholders

• Manage personal hours using company tools

People Manager (15%)

• Implement and monitor team objectives to meet set goals

• Manage and execute departmental or organizational projects, ensuring alignment with departmental focus

• Ensure employee adherence to company policies and procedures, serve as the first stop for employee questions on workplace rules and practices

• Direct team members clearly, maintaining consistency with organizational objectives

• Develop team efficiency and prioritization strategies

• Facilitate team member development through targeted coaching

• Resolve conflicts within the team, promoting a collaborative atmosphere

• Perform routine performance evaluations and 1:1 meetings, offering feedback and defining objectives

• Participate in organizational strategy discussions to synchronize departmental and company goals

• Foster interdepartmental communication to enhance organizational understanding

• Align team efforts with overarching company strategies

• Communicate details effectively to all stakeholders

• Optimize resource management and task assignments within the team

• Adapt resource allocation in response to project demands and departmental needs

• Cultivate a team environment that encourages cooperation and collective problem-solving

• Assist with team and departmental hiring and recruiting processes

Completion of Assigned Tasks and Deliverables on Time and on Budget
Performs Other Related Duties as Assigned
POSITION REQUIREMENTS (ADVANCED LEVEL FOR ALL THE FOLLOWING)

• Skilled in navigating clients through BAS project designs including identification of standards, needs, and option evaluation

• Skilled at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management

• Knowledge of Revit and AutoCAD

• Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail

• Skilled in designing BAS and EPMS packages

• Knowledge of construction design process, stakeholders, and deliverables

• Knowledge of code requirements and energy guidelines related to BAS designs

• Knowledge of data center HVAC applications and BAS control strategies including chilled water plants

• Knowledge of IoT and smart building solutions

• Knowledge of networking including addressing, VLANs, LANs, switches, and routers

• Knowledge of OT protocols (BACnet, Modbus, SNMP, and MQTT)

• Knowledge of DDC systems used in building automation designs

• Knowledge of PLC systems used in…