Principal Electrical Controls Engineer – Data Center Infrastructure

Jabil

. Lead development, optimization, and implementation of advanced control systems across critical infrastructure products and automation platforms .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeRemote • Texas • United StatesLead💰 $132,400 - $238,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in control system design and implementation, including PLC programming, BMS integration, and system architecture development. Proficient in collaborating across engineering disciplines and leading complex projects while ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

PLC ProgrammingBuilding Management Systems (BMS)Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS)Control Theory and Simulation ToolsIndustrial Protocols (Modbus, BACnet, OPC UA)

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Hard Skills

Control System DesignWiring Harness Systems DevelopmentControl Logic DefinitionSimulation and TestingFactory Acceptance Testing (FAT)Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)Digital Twin DevelopmentControl Diagrams CreationBOM CreationSensor Integration

Soft Skills

Excellent Interpersonal SkillsEffective Presentation SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsAbility to Influence OthersAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

MATLABSimulinkSCADA SystemsCMMSCloud-Based Monitoring Platforms

Industry Keywords

Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS)NFPA StandardsIEC StandardsISO StandardsProject Lifecycle Management (PLCM)

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead development, optimization, and implementation of advanced control systems across critical infrastructure products and automation platforms
Design and develop wiring harness systems, including schematics, harness architecture, panel layout, specifications, component selection, and transition to manufacturing
Define and own control system architecture across PLC, BMS, EPMS, and ATS platforms
Develop control system specifications, functional design documents, and subsystem interface definitions
Develop PLC/SCADA programs, HMI systems, and integrations with IT networks and facility equipment
Create BOMs, visual aids, electrical schematics, control diagrams, and sequences of operations
Define control logic, sensor integration, and communication protocols for intelligent power and cooling management
Validate control systems through simulation, testing, and commissioning
Lead Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)
Develop system-level simulations and digital twins to validate control strategies
Architect integrations with SCADA, CMMS, and cloud-based monitoring platforms
Establish design patterns and best practices for modular, reusable control logic
Lead root-cause analysis and resolution of complex control-system issues during commissioning and operations
Evaluate emerging technologies and automation trends
Develop and maintain system architecture, control logic, and operational documentation
Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, software, and facilities engineering teams
Align control-system designs with business requirements, timelines, and operational constraints
Facilitate design reviews, technical workshops, and cross-functional planning sessions
Support commissioning and field teams during deployment, troubleshooting, and optimization

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or a relevant engineering discipline
8+ years of experience in control system design and implementation
Deep expertise in PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Schneider Electric)
Building Management Systems (BMS) integration and optimization
Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS/EDPM) for real-time energy analytics
Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS) control and failover logic
Strong proficiency in control theory, system modeling, and simulation tools (MATLAB/Simulink)
Experience with industrial protocols (Modbus, BACnet, OPC UA, Ethernet/IP)
Familiarity with NFPA, IEC, and ISO standards related to control systems and safety
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work independently with minimal oversight as part of a global team
Proficiency in reading, analyzing, and interpreting business publications, professional journals, technical procedures, and government regulations
Skilled in writing reports, business correspondence, and procedural guides
Effective presentation skills and ability to respond to management, clients, and public queries
Ability to influence others, share best practices, and mentor less experienced engineers
Ability to assess projects, articulate risks, and develop project milestones
Familiarity with stage-gate processes in project lifecycle management (PLCM)
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Experience with hyperscale or colocation data center environments
Familiarity with low- and medium-voltage systems

Benefits

Comp & perks

Short-term incentive based on performance
Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
Paid time off accruing at a rate of 3.07 hours during your first year of employment
4 weeks of paid parental leave
11 company-paid holidays in 2027 (9 fixed holidays and 2 optional floating holidays), subject to change yearly
401(k) retirement plan
Employee stock purchase plan