Automation Systems Engineer, NA

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 Group

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 manage 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 critical control systems throughout all Vantage locations.

Position Overview

This role can be remote in the US.

Vantage is looking for a detail-oriented, hands-on Automation Systems Engineer to support Ignition and PLC software development for new construction and sustaining mission-critical data center infrastructure. This role focuses on execution, implementation, and support of automation solutions while working closely with senior engineers and project stakeholders. You will review mechanical and electrical drawings, sequences of operation, and instrumentation diagrams to assist in the development of automation logic and visualization applications. The role supports both new builds and live production systems and contributes to standardization and continuous improvement efforts across the Vantage North America portfolio. You may also assist with troubleshooting, commissioning, and validation of automation systems in live, mission-critical environments.

Essential Job Functions

• Support and maintain graphics, UDT, and PLC code repositories in accordance with established change management and release processes

• Collaborate with internal Automation Systems stakeholders, project teams, and contractors to support project delivery and operational goals

• Follow and contribute to established automation standards, SOPs, and user documentation

• Assist with development and maintenance of automation logic, data models, UDTs, and visualization standards

• Support development testing and controlled deployment of new automation applications and updates

• Assist with commissioning support activities, including software validation, alarming verification, and data integrity checks

Duties

• Collaborate with Design, Engineering, Construction, Reliability Engineering, Site Operations, and Automation

• Engineering team members to implement and sustain automation solutions

• Support troubleshooting and resolution of automation system issues under guidance of senior engineers

• Develop automation logic and visualization applications based on project documentation including drawings, sequences of operation, bills of material, and instrumentation diagrams

• Support Ignition gateway deployments and configuration activities following established standards

• Implement reusable logic and standardized automation components as defined by the team

• Provide technical input and support to integration team members and staff augmentation resources while operating as an individual contributor

Job Requirements

• Working knowledge of the Ignition (Inductive Automation) SCADA platform

• 0-2 years of experience in industrial automation SCADA development

• Data center experience preferred but not required

• Understanding of automation systems including control loops, field I/O, and industrial control system fundamentals

• Experience with industrial PLC platforms, including Rockwell Automation, Carel, or similar systems

• Familiarity with version control systems and software development best practices preferred

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across teams and follow defined technical standards

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and SharePoint

• Travel required up to approximately 25 percent, with potential variation based on business needs

Additional Details 

• 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.

We’ll be accepting applications for at least one week from the date this role is posted. If you're interested, we encourage you to apply soon—we’re excited to find the right person and will keep the role open until we do!