About this role
Job Title: Controls EngineerJob DescriptionJoin a dedicated team supporting an AWS data center installation and commissioning project in Sterling, VA, with an anticipated completion timeframe of early/mid October. The role primarily involves supporting device configuration and commissioning, point-to-point testing, EPMS systems, and providing Ignition troubleshooting and support. This position is not focused on Ignition development but requires comfort in troubleshooting, applying overrides, gathering information, and supporting the commissioning process.
Responsibilities
- Perform device configuration and commissioning tasks.
- Conduct point-to-point testing.
- Provide support and troubleshooting for EPMS systems.
- Assist with Ignition troubleshooting and support.
- Conduct point-to-point testing of HVAC devices such as pressure sensors, temperature sensors, flow meters with totalizers, control valves, weather stations, and Modbus devices.
- Engage in control panel and field device troubleshooting.
- Verify L2/L3 checkout sheet.
- Support the commissioning process.
- Configure and test switchgear-related equipment, including USB trip units, PDCs, DLBs, SERs, ATSs, and Power Quality Meters (PQMs).
- Verify device communications and connectivity to graphics.
- Ensure devices communicate properly through the network to the client's cloud platform.
- Understand and work with network port map layouts.
Essential Skills
- PLC programming and troubleshooting.
- Electrical and mechanical skills.
- Knowledge of BMS and EPMS systems.
- Experience with control systems.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with point-to-point testing of HVAC devices.
- Knowledge of Modbus devices.
- Proficiency in control panel and field device troubleshooting.
- Understanding of network port map layouts.
Work EnvironmentThe role involves working on data center projects with a requirement for overtime and onsite presence. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) gear is necessary, and compliance with OSHA 10 standards is required. The position is based in Virginia, with potential travel across the east coast after six months. Reach out to Senior Recruiting Manager, Rianna Meo, with questions!
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sterling, VA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $38.00 - $40.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 2026.
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Sterling,VA.About Actalent
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