Sr. Manager, Data Center Controls Engineer

Do you want to work with high caliber professionals in a dynamic and growing company? Are you entrepreneurial, hard-working, and collegial? Join us at SB Energy, a leading company backed by SoftBank and Ares pairing cutting-edge innovation with best-in-class execution.

Our Mission is to provide reliable, affordable energy at scale to support America’s growing energy demands. Headquartered in Redwood City, CA, SB Energy develops, builds, owns & operates some of the largest and most technically advanced energy and data center infrastructure projects in the United States. Since launching in 2019, the company has rapidly grown into a top-tier integrated platform with over 3 gigawatts (GW) in operation and a multi-GW pipeline of energy and data center infrastructure nationwide.

SB Energy also utilizes its strong culture of innovation to identify and incorporate new technology into our projects, including our AI-based digital platform, to deliver energy infrastructure that is local, reliable, and matched to load. We are building the energy and technology future—today. Come join us in accelerating the energy transition to cleaner, more sustainable sources of power!

Basic Function The Senior Manager, Data Center Controls Engineering leads the design, standardization, and delivery of controls systems across data center projects. This role is responsible for ensuring that Building Management Systems (BMS), Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS), and related controls infrastructure are scalable, reliable, and fully integrated to support high-performance, mission-critical operations. In addition to technical leadership, this individual manages and develops a team of controls engineers—driving consistency, quality, and continuous improvement across a growing portfolio of data center campuses.

Responsibilities

Define and maintain controls engineering standards, specifications, and design guidelines across projects Oversee the design and integration of BMS, EPMS, and related control systems Ensure alignment between controls architecture, electrical/mechanical systems, and operational

Requirements

Partner with internal teams, external consultants, and contractors to ensure seamless execution from design through commissioning Lead controls design reviews at key project milestones and ensure alignment with project objectives Coordinate across disciplines to ensure proper system integration and interoperability Develop scalable controls architectures that support reliability, redundancy, and operational efficiency Drive consistency in sequences of operations (SOOs), points lists, alarms, and control logic across sites Evaluate and implement new technologies, platforms, and best practices in controls and automation Support commissioning activities, including functional testing, system validation, and issue resolution Partner with operations teams to ensure systems are maintainable, reliable, and aligned with long-term performance goals Oversee development and standardization of controls documentation and procedures Manage relationships with controls vendors, integrators, and technology partners Support equipment selection, procurement strategies, and vendor performance evaluation Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders across engineering, construction, and operations Lead, mentor, and develop a team of controls engineers, fostering a high-performance and collaborative culture Drive consistency in engineering practices, tools, and standards across the team Support resource planning, prioritization, and team growth in alignment with project demands

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

Qualifications

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