Automation Systems Engineer

5 days ago

Quincy, Washington, United States Vantage Data Centers Full time
About Vantage Data Centers

We're committed to being a workplace of inclusion, equity, respect, and acceptance. We celebrate diversity and intentionally seek out opportunities to learn from one another's experiences.

Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects, and connects the technology of the world's well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers, and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA, and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency, and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

Automation Systems Department

The Automation Systems Group is responsible for the design, construction, and support of cutting-edge data center automation and control infrastructure. The department collaborates with Operations, Sales, Engineering, Information Technology, and Management to ensure the system continues to fulfill Vantage customer requirements. Automation Systems works closely with partner contractors to come up with the best design and helps lead these partners to success by providing accurate requirements, goals, and timelines. In addition to design and construction, we are also responsible for the technical requirements of the Operations department involving troubleshooting, calibrating, and repairing mission-critically important control systems throughout all Vantage locations.

Position Overview

This role is based on-site in Quincy, WA, in alignment with our flexible work policy. (3 days on-site required, 2 days flexible).

The Automation & Controls Technician is responsible for the overall functional health of critical monitoring and control systems. Requirements for this position include full familiarity with control systems arrangements and control components for Power and Cooling systems from the field component to the integrated systems level. The Automation & Controls Technician understands the functions of direct control devices and logic controllers as well as the extended effects of failure of those devices in the larger context of systems automation. The Automation & Controls Technician has familiarity with sensors and monitoring devices and the ability to ensure data reliability. The Automation & Controls Technician acts as an advisor to Site Operations and has enough experience to guide technicians through effective troubleshooting. The Automation & Controls Technician regularly interfaces the Engineering teams, Software Development team, and Site Operations teams. You will be on call to troubleshoot existing automation systems in a live, mission-critical environment.

Essential Job Functions

Installation and Calibration:

  • Install, calibrate, and maintain electronic devices, instruments, and equipment such as transmitters, controllers, and sensors.
  • Perform tests and calibrations on instruments to ensure accuracy and reliability.

Technical Support and Troubleshooting:

  • Provide full technical and troubleshooting support for Site Operations teams in response to control system failures, including the diagnosis and repair of malfunctions in PLC, network, instrumentation, and any other critical control system issues during an incident.

System Configuration and Maintenance:

  • Configure and adjust control systems and equipment according to production specifications.
  • Maintain accurate records of maintenance, calibration, and repair activities.
  • Work with leading-edge automation systems from large-scale industrial controls vendors.

Safety and Compliance:

  • Adhere to all safety rules, regulations, practices, and procedures.
  • Ensure data communications from monitored systems remain intact, and data is properly collected and stored.

Collaboration and Feedback:

  • Work with Engineering and Construction teams to ensure the reliability of new and modified installations.
  • Provide system reliability feedback to Design Engineering teams for future design considerations.
  • Collaborate with members of the Reliability Engineering team and Site Operations team for sustaining existing automation architecture.

Data Analysis and Improvement:

  • Analyze and process system-collected data and recommend improvements to site operations and maintenance strategies.
  • Perform Root-Cause Failure Analysis and facilitate corrective actions.

System Upgrades and Maintenance Programs:

  • Perform system component upgrades to ensure reliability and combat obsolescence.
  • Design maintenance programs to minimize control systems maintenance complexity and reduce maintenance downtime.

Site Response Procedures and Training:

  • Design appropriate site response procedures based on potential control system failures.
  • Ensure Site Teams are proficient with Building Management Systems and control system operations.

Additional Duties:

  • Handle additional duties as assigned by Management.
  • Participate in a rotating, 24/7/365 on-call team of Automation Technicians, responding to high-priority incidents related to building automation.

Job Requirements

Education/Experience:

  • 3-5 years of experience in Industrial Automation required; 5 to 7 years preferred.
  • Data Center experience is strongly preferred but not required.

Skills:

  • Strong organizational and project management skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Knowledge of automation systems (control loops, field IO, etc.) in a mission-critical environment.
  • Knowledge of automation systems communication protocols is required, to include Ethernet/IP, Modbus/TCP, Modbus/RTU, and BACnet.
  • Advanced Knowledge of programming to include Rockwell Automation software platform is required.
  • Knowledge of industrial PLC systems manufactured by leading-edge, large-scale vendors.
  • Travel required is expected to be up to 25% but may increase over time as the business evolves.

Physical Demands and Special Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop or kneel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

  • Salary Range: $115,000-$120,000 Base + Bonus (this range is based on Colorado/Washington market data and may vary in other locations)
  • This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits
  • Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including your qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the range shown.

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We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other's strengths and respecting each other's weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above-market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.

Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training, and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.

Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.

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