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Job Title: Building System Management Engineer

Job Description

The Building System Management Engineer is responsible for the full lifecycle design, documentation, integration, and commissioning support of Building Management Systems (BMS) for hyperscale data center environments. This role requires a deep understanding of HVAC systems, chilled water topologies, and mission-critical mechanical infrastructure.

Responsibilities

+ Design and document detailed HVAC controls drawings, schematics, and valve/sensor layouts.

+ Create BMS network diagrams, addressing plans, and controller layouts.

+ Generate sequences of operation (SOO) for CRAH, CRAC, chilled water pumps, and economizers.

+ Build comprehensive BMS point lists including trends, alarms, and writable points.

+ Coordinate with mechanical contractors, commissioning teams, and other stakeholders.

+ Conduct field verification of controls devices, wiring, controllers, and panels.

+ Support FAT/SAT, functional testing, IO checkout, and IST during commissioning.

+ Develop clear O&M documentation and as-built controls drawings.

Essential Skills

+ 5+ years of experience with building automation systems or building management systems from design, commission, and turnover.

+ Experience with data center or mission-critical builds.

+ Experience in chilled water systems and white space cooling strategies.

+ Proficiency in BACnet/IP, Modbus, and TCP/IP networking.

+ Experience with AutoCAD or Bluebeam.

+ Proficiency in chillers, coolers, PLC programming, and electrical distribution systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience writing advanced SOOs for airflow/thermal optimization is a plus.

Work Environment

This position offers a fully remote work environment unless on-site presence is required. Initial on-site work will be in Michigan City, Indiana, with all travel and lodging expenses covered. As the project progresses, on-site visits will be less frequent. Remote work flexibility allows for returning home on weekends if project permits.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Atlanta, GA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $110000.00 - $140000.00/hr.

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 24, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.