Systems Engineer - Controls and Power Distribution Systems

Systems Engineer - Controls And Power Distribution Systems

Requisition ID: PFO00064S

Location: Arlington, Virginia, United States

Employment Type: Full time

Our Telecommunications Group has been at the forefront of creating a new generation of wireless communication infrastructure for over 40 years. We specialize in everything from network development to complete telecom life cycle solutions. While the wireless world is ever changing, the demand for innovative technology and long-term support services remains constant. These services include site acquisition, design, and construction, to full operations, maintenance, and deconstruction.

Responsibilities And Duties

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Systems Engineer - Controls and Power Distribution Systems to join our Digital Infrastructure team. This role is responsible for the design, engineering, deployment, and troubleshooting of Power Distribution Systems and Control Systems in high-availability environments such as data centers. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in control systems, HVAC, electrical systems, and IT integration, with a focus on reliability, scalability, and energy efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and Engineering:
• Develop and review power distribution and control system designs for new construction and retrofit projects.
• Specify control strategies, sequences of operation, and integration requirements for HVAC, electrical, and other building systems.
• Collaborate with end users, MEP engineers, contractors and project team to ensure system compatibility and performance.
• Deployment and Commissioning:
• Oversee installation and commissioning of power distribution and control systems.
• Validate system functionality through testing and performance verification.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, codes, and internal specifications.
• Integration and Optimization:
• Integrate power distribution equipment and systems with other building systems (e.g., fire alarm, security, and power monitoring).
• Diagnose and resolve system faults, alarms, and performance issues.
• Implement system optimizations and opportunities for improvement.
• Documentation and Training:
• Create and maintain system documentation, including schematics, control diagrams, O&M manuals, reports, etc.
• Train internal staff and contractors in system operation and best practices.
• Management, Supervision and Oversight:
• Management of deliverables, project, task and documentation
• Onsite construction and customer relationship management

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related field.

3-7 years of experience in medium or low voltage power distribution/controls engineering, preferably in mission-critical environments.

Proficiency with BMS platforms (e.g., Schneider Electric, Niagara, Siemens, Honeywell, Johnson Controls).

Strong understanding of HVAC, electrical systems, and control theory.

Experience with networking, protocols (BACnet, Modbus, LonWorks), and system integration.

Familiarity with commissioning processes and tools (CX, TAB, etc.).

Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.

Must be able to work for any US employer without visa sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with data center or mission critical infrastructure.

Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices for control systems.

Familiarity with scripting or programming for automation and analytics.

Compensation

The annual starting salary for this position is between $90,000 - $125,000 annually. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits

Amentum health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Eligible employees and their dependents may elect medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our company's 401k plan, and, if eligible, a deferred compensation plan and Executive Deferral Plan. Employees will also receive 17 days of vacation per year, 7 paid holidays, plus 1 floating holidays, and caregiver leave. Hired applicants will be able to purchase company stock.

Essential Functions

Intermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, and lifting to 20 pounds. Hand manipulation is required for grasping, pushing and pulling, and fine manipulation. Right and/or left hands utilized. Need to reach and/or work above the shoulder, as well as below the shoulder for same. Must be alert to equipment in the field, there will be travel, will work near construction job site equipment when in the field, occasional need to work near hazardous equipment and machinery, occasional need to walk on uneven ground, exposure to dust, gas or fumes, exposure to noise, extremes in temperature or humidity, and work at heights.