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Controls Engineer - Critical Facilities & Data Center Operations

FluidstackBuffalo, NY
On-site Full-time $150K/yr - $220K/yr

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Experience Level

Mid to Senior

Qualifications

Key ResponsibilitiesConduct preventive and corrective maintenance on BMS/BAS controllers, field devices, sensors, actuators, and control panels while ensuring precise as-built documentation. Identify and resolve BMS, EPMS, and equipment-level control faults using front-end software and field diagnostic tools such as multimeters and loop calibrators. Configure BMS platforms (Ignition, Metasys, Niagara, EcoStruxure) through point mapping, alarm setup, setpoint adjustments, and basic graphic updates. Assist in PLC/HMI troubleshooting, PID loop tuning, trend log analysis, and integration of BMS, EPMS, DCIM, and equipment control systems across BACnet, Modbus, and SNMP protocols. Perform commissioning tasks including point-to-point verification, loop calibration, and functional performance testing for new constructions and retrofit projects. Adhere strictly to NFPA 70E electrical safety standards.

About the job

Fluidstack operates advanced data centers that provide large-scale compute power for leading AI labs. The company’s infrastructure supports artificial superintelligence, with a focus on speed and reliability at scale. Team members are valued for their quality of work, accountability, and readiness to question assumptions. Every contribution is recognized.

Role overview

This Controls Engineer position is based in Buffalo, NY and focuses on building automation and control systems within critical data center infrastructure. The role is suited for experienced controls technicians looking to move into engineering or early-career controls engineers who want to stay hands-on in the field. The work covers design, programming, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

Main responsibilities

  • Collaborate with Central Engineering and Operations to ensure continuous reliability of Building Management Systems (BMS), Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS), PLCs, and equipment-level controls in a 24/7 data center setting.
  • Support engineering activities such as developing control sequences, commissioning, integrating systems, and preparing documentation.
  • Operate BMS front-ends, calibrate field sensors, and program PLCs based on detailed Sequences of Operations.

Who might thrive here

  • Controls technicians interested in advancing into engineering roles.
  • Early-career controls engineers who prefer hands-on fieldwork and direct problem-solving.

This team is focused on shaping the infrastructure behind the next generation of computing.

About Fluidstack

Fluidstack is a pioneering technology company dedicated to building the infrastructure that powers artificial superintelligence. We specialize in delivering extraordinary compute capabilities at lightning speeds to prominent AI labs worldwide. Our emphasis is on quality, speed, and a commitment to solving problems collaboratively.

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