Senior Controls Engineer

Data Center Commissioning and Technical Leadership

IFP Automation, an Indiana based engineering focused firm, is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to lead commissioning, testing, and verification of mission critical control systems at a major hyperscale data center in Lebanon, Indiana. The role combines field engineering with technical direction of Associate Controls Engineers and technicians. We provide training on project systems, standards, and safety requirements.

What You Will Do

• Lead commissioning, functional testing, and verification of PLC and SCADA/HMI systems, including Schneider Electric and Ignition
• Perform and oversee point to point checkout, I/O testing, instrument calibration, and loop troubleshooting
• Develop and modify PLC and SCADA programs under established change control procedures
• Commission controls for chilled water, air handling, HVAC, and electrical power monitoring systems
• Diagnose complex issues across logic, instrumentation, networks, and equipment interfaces, and escalate when appropriate
• Coordinate with project leadership, suppliers, contractors, and other trades to meet milestones
• Direct, coach, and review the work of assigned engineers and technicians
• Maintain accurate test, deficiency, and software change records
• Follow and reinforce site safety procedures, and stop work when requirements cannot be met

What We Are Looking For

• Two or four year degree in Electrical Engineering, EET, Controls, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Five or more years in industrial or data center controls, systems integration, or commissioning
• Strong PLC and SCADA troubleshooting skills and sound engineering judgment
• Schneider Electric or Ignition experience preferred; Rockwell/Allen-Bradley or similar platforms also valued
• Ability to coordinate technical work and guide less experienced team members
• Willingness to perform field work at an active construction site, work from both the Fishers office and Lebanon site, and meet site access and background check requirements

Data center experience is helpful but not required.

Compensation and Benefits

• Annual base salary of $90,000 to $100,000, based on experience
• Full benefits package
• Project orientation and training
• Company provided devices and tools
• Hours vary with project schedules; extended or weekend work may be required