Controls Lead

Responsibilities

• Design Leadership & Product Ownership Act as the discipline owner for Controls engineering within the Engineering organisation.
• Lead the development and continuous improvement of DATA4 Controls design standards across all European campuses.
• Define and maintain design principles, technical specifications, standard details and approved solutions for data centre developments.
• Support the development of scalable and repeatable data centre products while driving consistency across projects and geographies.
• Ensure Controls strategy and designs align with operational, commercial, sustainability and customer requirements.
• Conceptual Design Manage the design and development of conceptual and detailed controls systems for new and existing data centers.
• Manage the design and development of conceptual and detailed controls systems for new and existing data centers.
• Analyze power and cooling requirements to optimize efficiency, reliability, and sustainability through integrated controls strategies.
• Select and specify controls equipment and software based on industry best practices, project requirements, and interoperability considerations.
• Ensure controls system design seamlessly integrates with other systems (electrical, mechanical, IT, Security etc) through close collaboration with relevant teams.
• Construction & Commissioning Oversee the commissioning process for new and upgraded controls systems, ensuring adherence to project timelines and budgets.
• Develop and execute comprehensive commissioning plans in accordance with industry standards and best practices alongside the commissioning team.
• Identify and resolve controls commissioning issues efficiently to maintain project progress.
• Identify opportunities for improvement in data center controls systems and processes, and the systems with which they interface.
• Manage the implementation of new technologies and best practices to enhance reliability, efficiency, and sustainability.
• Analyze data and performance metrics to identify areas for optimization.

Requirements

• Education and experience Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 7+ years of experience in data center design and construction or equivalent experience in critical infrastructure.
• Proven track record of success in Managing and executing complex mechanical engineering projects.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and Management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Takes initiative and ownership of tasks without needing constant direction.

Preferred

• LEED AP certification or equivalent in Engineering.
• Experience with data center infrastructure management software (DCIM) focusing on electrical systems.

Our three values are

To be entrepreneurial – we are teams of doers who make things happen - with autonomy, energy and a sense of responsibility To always take responsibility – for our impact on the people we work with, the society we are part of, and the environment in which we operate To constantly be adaptable – our business is designed to adapt, answering not only today’s challenges, but also anticipating what’s coming next.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Data Center Controls Lead to join our Design & Construction department. This transversal role focuses on Managing all controls aspects of data center design and construction projects. You will provide technical expertise, develop conceptual designs, oversee commissioning processes, represent the company in project meetings, and ensure the smooth implementation of our building management and control systems.

Locations

Madrid, Spain. Milan, Italy. Warsaw, Poland. Marcoussis, France. Travelling expected for the role.

Technical Expertise and Representation

Stay at the forefront of the latest trends and technologies in data center controls. Serve as the company's internal expert on all controls aspects of data centers. Provide technical guidance and support to internal stakeholders across various departments. Represent the company in external project meetings, discussions, and negotiations with vendors and consultants. Communicate clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical audiences, ensuring transparency and understanding. Manage and maintain technical documentation related to data center mechanical systems.

Continuous Improvement

RESPONSIBILITES IN TERMS OF IMS CERTIFICATIONS Respect and enforce certification policies in terms of: H&S: Respect and enforce health and safety rules.

Environment

Respect and enforce environmental policies.

Information security

Respect and enforce information security policies Energy: Respect and enforce the policy of reducing energy consumption.

English

fluent Technical skills Experience on Controls Systems and disciplines with which they interface Strong understanding of data center thermal management, power distribution, and fire suppression systems. Experience with commissioning and startup of data center mechanical systems. Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent.

Experience with project management methodologies and best practices.

Accountable

Admits mistakes, learns from them, and delivers on commitments.

Agile

Learns quickly and applies new knowledge in practical situations.

Collaborative

Works effectively with diverse teams and adapts communication styles accordingly.

Resilient

Maintains a positive attitude and composure under pressure.

Independent

Works autonomously and takes calculated risks.

Data-driven

Makes decisions based on evidence and analysis. #group