Systems Engineer

4 days ago


Herndon, VA, United States Selectek Full time
Job Description

Immediate opening for a Systems Engineer in northern Virginia.

Summary:
This role is responsible for the design, engineering, deployment, and troubleshooting of Power Distribution Systems and Control Systems in high-availability environments such as data centers. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in control systems, HVAC, electrical systems, and IT integration, with a focus on reliability, scalability, and energy efficiency.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Design and Engineering:
  • Develop and review power distribution and control system designs for new construction and retrofit projects.
  • Specify control strategies, sequences of operation, and integration requirements for HVAC, electrical, and other building systems.
  • Collaborate with end users, MEP engineers, contractors and project team to ensure system compatibility and performance.
• Deployment and Commissioning:
• Oversee installation and commissioning of power distribution and control systems.
• Validate system functionality through testing and performance verification.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, codes, and internal specifications.
• Integration and Optimization:
• Integrate power distribution equipment and systems with other building systems (e.g., fire alarm, security, and power monitoring).
• Diagnose and resolve system faults, alarms, and performance issues.
• Implement system optimizations and opportunities for improvement.
• Documentation and Training:
• Create and maintain system documentation, including schematics, control diagrams, O&M manuals, reports, etc.
• Train internal staff and contractors in system operation and best practices.
• Management, Supervision and Oversight
• Management of deliverables, project, task and documentation
• Onsite construction and customer relationship management

Required:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related field.
  • 3-7 years of experience in medium or low voltage power distribution/controls engineering, preferably in mission-critical environments.
  • Proficiency with BMS platforms (e.g., Schneider Electric, Niagara, Siemens, Honeywell, Johnson Controls).
  • Strong understanding of HVAC, electrical systems, and control theory.
  • Experience with networking, protocols (BACnet, Modbus, LonWorks), and system integration.
  • Familiarity with commissioning processes and tools (Cx, TAB, etc.).
  • Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.
  • Must be able to work for any US employer without visa sponsorship.
Preferred:
  • Experience with data center or mission critical infrastructure.
  • Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices for control systems.
  • Familiarity with scripting or programming for automation and analytics.
Location: Dulles, VA This is a field position so travel is 75%
Duration: 6 months+(possible conversion to permanent)
Pay: $60-$70/hr.

If you are interested or would like more information on this position, please click the apply button or contact me directly at:

tharvey@selectek.net or call me at (678) 802-6625

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