Mission Critical PLC Engineer (Data Centers) – Traveling

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Deploy and commission advanced control systems for data center facilities across the country.

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Salary: $110,000 - $125,000 per hour

A bit about us:

A leading independent mission-critical controls provider

Why join us?
Health, Dental, Vision
401K
Short term and long-term disability and FSA
PTO / Sick Time
Paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO)

Job Details

Mission Critical PLC Engineer (Data Centers) – Traveling
Location: Remote – Anywhere in the United States
Travel: Approximately 50%
Compensation: $110,000–$125,000 + Benefits

About the Opportunity: We are seeking a highly skilled Traveling Mission Critical PLC Engineer to support the deployment, commissioning, and optimization of advanced control systems within hyperscale and enterprise data center environments across the United States.

This position offers the flexibility to be based anywhere in the U.S. while working on some of the industry's most complex and technically challenging mission critical projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in PLC programming, startup, and commissioning, along with hands-on experience supporting central plant, HVAC, mechanical, and electrical infrastructure systems in live operating facilities.

This is a field-focused engineering role that combines troubleshooting, commissioning, client interaction, and technical problem-solving throughout all phases of project execution.

What You'll Do
Commissioning & Startup
Commission and start up PLC-based automation systems supporting data center infrastructure
Perform onsite testing, troubleshooting, and validation of HVAC, mechanical, and electrical control systems
Support static and dynamic commissioning activities to ensure systems operate according to design intent
Assist with functional performance testing, system integration, and turnover activities

PLC Programming & Troubleshooting
Modify, troubleshoot, and optimize PLC logic in support of operational requirements
Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, networking, and communication issues in real-time
Implement control strategy updates and customer-requested enhancements
Support redundancy testing and failover validation for critical systems

Field Engineering & Client Support
Serve as a technical resource for contractors, commissioning teams, vendors, and end users
Provide both onsite and remote support throughout project execution
Participate in project meetings, design reviews, and commissioning planning activities
Document programming revisions, field changes, and system configurations for project closeout

Project Delivery
Collaborate with engineering, construction, and operations teams to ensure successful project execution
Assist with system handoff and operator training
Support multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high levels of quality and responsiveness

Qualifications
5+ years of PLC programming, controls engineering, or automation experience
Strong experience with Rockwell Automation Studio 5000 and Allen-Bradley PLC platforms
Proven field commissioning and startup experience within industrial, central plant, mission critical, or large-scale facility environments
Experience supporting chiller plants, boiler plants, or other complex mechanical systems
Strong troubleshooting skills across PLC hardware, networking, communications, and control sequences
Ability to work independently in fast-paced field environments
Excellent communication and customer-facing skills
Ability and willingness to travel approximately 50% throughout the United States
Valid driver's license

Preferred Experience
Data center, hyperscale, or mission critical facility experience
Ignition SCADA, HMI, BMS, EPMS, or facility automation integration experience
Experience programming or supporting redundant PLC architectures
Familiarity with large-scale construction, commissioning, and turnover processes
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field

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