Controls, Subject Matter Expert

For 25 years,  has been a trusted partner in providing world-class data center solutions. With a focus on sustainable, secure, and reliable infrastructure, Stream empowers businesses to scale their digital operations while prioritizing environmental and social responsibility. 

Stream Data Centers continues to set new standards for innovation, operational excellence, and sustainability in the data center industry, having provided premium data center services since 1999. Now, with 90% of its inventory leased to Fortune 100 customers, the company has acquired, developed and managed more than 27 data center projects nationally, while leadership has remained consistent for over two decades. 

From site selection to data center construction and operations, Stream develops wholesale colocation capacity and build-to-suit facilities for hyperscale and enterprise users in major markets across the United States. Additionally, Stream sources and develops low-risk land sites for optimum data center development and provides energy procurement services with a focus on reducing market risk and providing low-cost renewable energy options. 

Stream Data Centers is headquartered in Dallas, Texas and is the technical real estate affiliate of , a full service commercial real estate investment, development and services company. With $8.8 billion in annual transactions and 1,400+ professionals in 17 core markets, Stream is one of the most successful commercial real estate firms in the nation. 

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Controls Subject Matter Expert (CSME) will be a part of the Operations team and work closely with the global Controls Design & Architecture (CDA) team to act as the campus data center Controls/BMS/BAS system technical expert. The CSME will need to have a broad understanding of controls systems and equipment function and will be responsible for procedure-based controls equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, training, and project oversight. The candidate will support data center daily operations and global quality/standardization initiatives and will have a working knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems. The CSME will provide daily assistance to Critical Engineering Technicians (CET) to interpret blueprints/schematics, conduct training on systems, support construction installation and commissioning, and assess equipment conditions. In addition to technical capability, this candidate will be equipped with project management skills that are essential for team alignment to corporate strategies.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accountable for all Building Management System (BMS) changes and enhancements at their responsible data center buildings
• Diagnose and repair complex control system malfunctions requiring extensive knowledge of a variety of electronic or digital controls systems and ability to test and write modifications in multiple languages of systems software
• Troubleshoot and repair controls hardware including controllers, relays, measurement devices, actuators, and associated equipment
• Review and understand global SDC controls standards and specifications supporting data center design requirements.
• Review operating equipment data for efficiency improvements, monitor all building systems for abnormal operating trends, and make optimization adjustments
• Work with SDC contractors and vendors to develop intelligent control systems and ensure optimal electrical and mechanical performance including direct oversight to all system configuration and component upgrades
• Work with Controls Design & Architecture team to evaluate and propose strategies to optimize the interplay of electrical and mechanical systems for enhanced data center performance and stability. 
• Ensure appropriate cross-functional collaboration between local controls team and applicable local and global reliability engineering teams
• Provide QA/QC oversight of controls scope, review proposals and review programming through commissioning process for new construction and retrofits
• Oversee all control system configurations and component upgrades to ensure system integrity is maintained and that all modifications to existing systems comply with best practices, including change control processes
• Provide technical Controls training and support to all Facility Operations staff
• Collaborate with the global controls team to provide feedback on global controls strategies and implement global initiatives in their data center market
• Communicate all issues and upcoming controls work with site management
• Occasional travel for factory witness tests, collaboration, training, etc.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 7+ years of controls experience in programming development, start up, and commissioning of complex systems - central plants, air handling units, electrical switchgear, and cooling/humidification systems
• Bachelor’s degree or trade certification in related field plus 3+ years relevant controls industry experience will be considered in lieu of 7+ years controls industry experience
• Experience with industrial controls in critical environment (data center, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, oil & gas, petrochemical, laboratory, power, water etc.).
• Working knowledge of critical facility operations with experience or understanding of procedure-based work
• Theoretical & practical understanding of control equipment & systems, with expertise in control equipment design, maintenance, troubleshooting, testing, and/or construction
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical and life safety systems associated with critical environments
• Experience interpreting blueprints/CAD drawings and controls diagrams
• Experience working in a highly collaborative, cross-functional environment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of digital and analog controls with BMS and EPMS
• PLC experience writing control code and control system programming
• Experience with software programming languages to include Python, PHP, SQL
• Equipment field service engineering or representative experience
• Knowledge of IT server and network systems supporting data center services

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/CONSIDERATIONS

• Perform physical tasks, including moving heavy equipment (up to 50 pounds), operating critical infrastructure, crawling in tight spaces.
• Work in a noisy environment with ear protection and eye protection; potential to work at heights and from ladders
• Perform extended site rounds that could include long distances of walking and long periods of time being away from a desk. Use hands to manipulate small wires and objects.

Base range $120,000 - $140,000. Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, location, and other job-related reasons. Stream Data Centers offers annual bonus, benefits, flexible time off (vacation), 401k and a variety of other perks and benefits.

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Stream is an equal-opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of ethnicity, race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, military status, or any other reason prohibited by law. Note - Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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