Sr. Controls Engineer
Prime Data Centers develops, acquires, and operates data centers for some of the world's largest enterprises. A private firm owned by a group controlling $6 billion in assets, with a 15-year tenure in technology and real estate development, Prime provides customers with ownership options and dynamic leasing models, defining a true corporate partnership.
Location: Onsite in office located in Denver, CO (RiNO District)
Reports To: VP, Engineering
The Prime Data Centers (PDC) Senior Controls Engineer reports to the VP of Engineering and is responsible for controls engineering efforts related to a portfolio of datacenter projects which can include new construction, phased expansion, retrofits and upgrades, acquisition conversions, BAS/BMS/EPMS/DCIM equipment standards, development of design standards, processes, and procedures. This role will support long-term business strategies aligned with key Prime stakeholders to manage the relationship and output of key design partners and equipment suppliers for their assigned projects.
Responsibilities:
Lead controls engineering efforts across data center projects, acting as SME for BAS, BMS, EPMS, and DCIM systems.
Develop, review, and maintain design standards, specifications, RFPs, and sequences of operation.
Validate consultant and contractor deliverables, including schematics, P&IDs, network designs, and controls submittals.
Partner with Construction and Procurement to procure, install, and commission control systems; support Level 4/5 commissioning and MOP reviews.
Collaborate with Operations, Construction, and Procurement to balance cost-effective design with operational sustainability.
Review and analyze PUE, load sizing, ROI/payback, CFD, and energy modeling; support value engineering efforts.
Research emerging technologies and incorporate sustainable, cost-effective solutions into design standards.
Participate in design meetings with customers, consultants, and contractors; ensure alignment with PDC standards.
Provide ongoing support to troubleshoot controls system issues and respond to emergencies as needed.
Requirements:
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent, from an accredited university or college preferred.
5+ years of experience in mission critical and/or data center mechanical design and construction preferred.
Understanding of critical cooling infrastructure within a data center and how power sources provide cooling redundancy.
Proficient in Bluebeam, Teams, Excel, and Word software.
Experience in working with engineering software such as AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, Psychrometric analysis, Load/Energy calculations, and CFD analysis.
Understanding of applicable construction codes with an emphasis on the International Building Code (IBC) and the International Mechanical Code (IMC).
Understanding of data center industry standards (e.g. ASHRAE TC9.9, BICSI Data Center Standards)
- Competitive salary ($130K - $180K) + project bonuses
- 401k fully vested upon enrollment, up to a 4% employer match
- 100% employee premiums paid by employer for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability
- New office located in the RiNo area
- Paid Time Off + Sick time
Prime is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are considered for employment without attention to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, protected veteran or military status, disability status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.