Principal Electrical Controls Engineer - Data Center Infrastructure

Jabil is a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering and manufacturing solutions. They are seeking a highly experienced Principal Controls Engineer to lead the development and implementation of advanced control systems for critical infrastructure products, focusing on data center infrastructure and industrial automation.

Responsibilities:

• Define and own the control system architecture across multiple platforms, including PLCs, BMS, EPMS, and ATS systems, ensuring scalability, reliability, and maintainability
• Develop detailed control system specifications, functional design documents, and interface definitions for all subsystems
• Proficiency in PLC/SCADA programming, HMI development, and system integration with IT networks and facility equipment
• Ability to read and create BOMs. visual aids, electrical schematics, control diagrams, and sequence of operations
• Define control logic, sensor integration, and communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, BACnet, SNMP) for intelligent power and cooling management
• Validate control systems through simulation, testing, and commissioning to ensure reliability, safety, and responsiveness
• Experience with critical infrastructure systems: UPS, generators, switchgear, chillers, CRAC/CRAH units, fire suppression systems
• Lead Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) for new projects and revisions
• Drive the development of system-level simulations and digital twins to validate control strategies before deployment
• Architect integration strategies for control systems with enterprise platforms such as SCADA, CMMS, and cloud-based monitoring tools
• Establish design patterns and best practices for modular and reusable control logic across projects
• Lead root cause analysis and resolution of complex control system issues during commissioning and operations
• Evaluate emerging technologies and automation trends to continuously improve system performance and efficiency
• Develop and maintain documentation for system architecture, control logic, and operational procedures
• Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, software, and facilities engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of control systems with physical infrastructure
• Work closely with cross functional teams to align control system designs with business requirements, timelines, and operational constraints
• Facilitate design reviews, technical workshops, and cross-functional planning sessions to ensure alignment and transparency across engineering disciplines
• Support commissioning and field teams during deployment, troubleshooting, and optimization of control systems

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a relevant engineering discipline
• 8+ years of experience in control system design and implementation
• Deep expertise in PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Schneider Electric)
• Building Management Systems (BMS) integration and optimization
• Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS/EDPM) for real-time energy analytics
• Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS) control and failover logic
• Strong proficiency in control theory, system modeling, and simulation tools (MATLAB/Simulink)
• Experience with industrial protocols (Modbus, BACnet, OPC UA, Ethernet/IP)
• Familiarity with NFPA, IEC, and ISO standards related to control systems and safety
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Creative, self-motivated, accountable, and team-oriented
• Able to work independently with minimal oversight as part of a global team
• Proficient in reading, analyzing, and interpreting general business publications, professional journals, technical procedures, and government regulations
• Skilled in writing reports, business correspondence, and procedural guides
• Effective at presenting information and responding to management, clients, and public queries
• Capable of influencing others and sharing best practices while mentoring less experienced engineers
• Capable of assessing projects, articulating risks, and developing project milestones
• Familiar with stage-gate processes in project lifecycle management (PLCM)
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Experience in EPlan, WindChill, SolidWorks, and DevOps are a plus
• Experience with hyperscale or colocation data center environments
• Familiarity with low and medium-voltage systems
• Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a relevant engineering discipline
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Experience in mission-critical environments such as data centers, manufacturing, or energy systems
• Experience with digital twin modeling and predictive maintenance strategies