BGIS is currently seeking a Senior Program Manager – Controls and Automation Engineer to join the team in South Jordan, UT.

BGIS is a leading provider of integrated real estate management services, including facilities management, project management, energy & sustainability services, strategic workplace consulting, real estate services and capital planning. Its range of solutions, supported by efficient systems, processes, and people, enables it to create and optimize places that work for its clients. The team is dedicated to inspiring better business performance and helping clients focus on their core businesses.

Purpose Statement: Optimize performance and sustainability of data center operations through design, development, and maintenance of tailored control systems for power distribution, cooling, and mechanical infrastructure.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Controls System Design & Optimization

Design, develop, and maintain control systems for data center power distribution, cooling, and mechanical systems. Monitor system performance, analyze data, and adjust controls to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Support integration and maintenance of Building Management Systems (BMS) and Electrical Power Management Systems (EPMS).

Project Leadership & Collaboration

Collaborate with Controls and Monitoring team and stakeholders to deliver integrated solutions aligned with client operational goals. Lead large-scale control system projects from conception through implementation and commissioning. Provide ongoing support, troubleshooting, and optimization of existing systems to ensure reliability and performance.

Documentation & Standards

Prepare technical documentation and standard operating procedures for system operations and maintenance. Contribute to energy efficiency projects and sustainable practices in data center operations. Contribute to completion of other key initiatives as assigned.

Required Education, Knowledge, and Abilities

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical field required. Minimum 5 years of experience in controls engineering with focus on data center or similar critical environments. Expertise in programming, configuring, and managing PLCs, SCADA, and HMIs within BMS and EPMS systems. Proficient understanding of data center infrastructure systems (electrical and mechanical). Familiarity with EtherNET/IP, Modbus, and BACnet protocols. Strong data analysis, problem-solving, and system optimization skills. Ability to interpret complex technical drawings and schematics. Demonstrated experience managing full-lifecycle control system projects. Preferred: Experience with Rockwell FactoryTalk and Studio 5000 or similar platforms. Preferred: Experience with energy efficiency and sustainability projects in data centers. Excellent communication skills to convey complex technical details to non-technical stakeholders. Ability to travel 5–10% of the time; valid driver’s license required. Participation in on-call rotation (team schedule). Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, Outlook.

Visit us online at https://www.bgis.com/us/careers/ for more information.

Our company culture includes a robust mix of sound business practices and employee initiatives that promote personal and professional development, work/life balance, health and wellness and community involvement.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. We believe every employee has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, ancestry, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, or Veteran or military status, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by local, state or federal law in the relevant jurisdiction. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training.

BGIS is committed to strengthening our diversity through recruiting and retaining minority and women professionals from all backgrounds. Our commitment is consistent with our recognition that it is the outstanding people within BGIS who the source of our strength have always been. We recognize that promoting diversity is an integral component of our continuing quest for organizational excellence. 

This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.

Anyone with questions or concerns regarding Equal Employment Opportunity should contact their direct supervisor or the Human Resources Department without fear of retaliation of any kind.

 

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