Ecolab · 3 hours ago
Controls Engineer
Naperville, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$99K/yr - $148K/yr
5+ years expEcolab is seeking a skilled Controls Engineer to design, develop, and implement advanced control systems for cooling and thermal management equipment in data center environments. The role involves PLC programming, industrial automation, and integration with management platforms to ensure efficient cooling operations.
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Responsibilities
Design and implement PLC-based control systems for cooling distribution equipment, including pump and valve control, thermal regulation, and safety interlocks
Develop and debug control logic for fault detection, failover mechanisms, and system recovery in case of pump or component failure
Create HMI interfaces for local and remote monitoring, enabling intuitive control and diagnostics of cooling system operations
Define electrical interface specifications and collaborate with electrical engineering teams on panel design and layout
Integrate control systems with Building Management Systems (BMS) and Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM) platforms for centralized monitoring and control
Establish and configure industrial communication protocols (Modbus, BACnet, Ethernet/IP) for seamless interoperability across systems
Develop control algorithms for energy optimization, load balancing, and predictive maintenance
Produce comprehensive documentation including I/O lists, logic diagrams, commissioning procedures, and test plans
Support field commissioning and troubleshoot control system issues during installation and operation
Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to ensure control system resilience and compliance with data center security standards
Implement automated testing and validation procedures to ensure control system reliability and performance
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related technical field and 5 years of experience in industrial controls and automation systems or MS, and 3 years of experience or PhD
Proficiency in PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Schneider Electric preferred)
Skilled in Ladder Logic, Structured Text, and Function Block Diagrams
Strong knowledge of industrial communication protocols (Modbus, BACnet, Ethernet/IP, Profinet)
Experience with HMI/SCADA development tools (FactoryTalk, WinCC, Wonderware, or similar)
Solid understanding of electrical systems, motor controls, and variable frequency drives (VFDs)
Familiarity with control theory, PID tuning, and process control principles
Experience in electrical interface design and panel layout
Knowledge of data center infrastructure and facility management systems
Immigration Sponsorship not available for this role
Preferred
Experience with cooling system controls and precision environmental regulation in data centers
Familiarity with IoT platforms and cloud-based monitoring solutions
Understanding of cybersecurity best practices for industrial control systems
Knowledge of UL508A panel standards and electrical safety codes
Background in HVAC automation and thermal control systems
Experience with predictive analytics and machine learning for equipment optimization
Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent certification
Company
Ecolab
Ecolab provides water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services that protect people and the resources vital to life. It is a sub-organization of Ecolab Life Sciences.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Christophe Beck
Chairman and CEO at Ecolab
John Guttery
SVP, Enterprise Initiatives
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