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Giga Energy

Controls Field Engineer

$85K - $110K/yr

Where you'll work This is a remote role with heavy site-based requirements ... During heavy controls milestones, you'll be on-site full-time at an active Giga data center ...

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How much do remote data center controls engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote data center controls engineer in the United States is $147,461.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,000.00 and $196,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a remote data center controls engineer do?

A Remote Data Center Controls Engineer is responsible for designing, monitoring, and managing the control systems that regulate environmental conditions, power usage, and security within data centers. They often work remotely to ensure that systems like HVAC, fire suppression, and electrical controls are operating efficiently and reliably. Their duties include troubleshooting issues, optimizing performance, and coordinating with onsite staff or vendors as needed. The role requires strong technical skills in automation and control systems, as well as the ability to analyze system data and respond to alerts or failures quickly.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote data center controls engineer, and why are they important?

To excel as a Remote Data Center Controls Engineer, you need expertise in HVAC systems, building automation, and controls engineering, usually backed by a degree in engineering or a related field. Familiarity with SCADA systems, PLC programming, and certifications such as LEED or BMS are commonly required. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective remote communication set top performers apart. These abilities are crucial for ensuring reliable data center operations, energy efficiency, and prompt issue resolution, even when working off-site.

What is the difference between Remote Data Center Controls Engineer vs Data Center Technician?

AspectRemote Data Center Controls EngineerData Center Technician
CredentialsTypically requires engineering degree, controls or automation certificationsUsually requires technical diploma or certifications in networking or hardware
Work EnvironmentDesign, monitor, and optimize control systems remotely in data centersOn-site hardware installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance
Industry UsageUsed by companies managing large-scale data centers with automation systemsCommon in data centers for routine hardware and network support

The Remote Data Center Controls Engineer focuses on designing and managing control systems remotely, ensuring data center automation and efficiency. In contrast, Data Center Technicians handle on-site hardware maintenance and troubleshooting. Both roles are essential but differ in responsibilities, credentials, and work environment.

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Infographic showing various Remote Data Center Controls Engineer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 14% Contract. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $147,461 per year, or $70.9 per hour.

Controls Field Engineer

Remote

Giga Energy
Industrial Machinery Manufacturing • 11 - 50 employees
Learn more about Giga Energyexternal

$85K - $110K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

About Giga
Giga is building gigawatts of AI data centers to hasten a future of intelligence and abundance. We build data centers fast and at scale by combining the capabilities of an equipment supplier, engineering firm, general contractor, and real estate developer under one roof. Our team moves quickly and thinks practically. If you're ready to make an impact in an industry that matters, we're looking for people like you.
Why join Giga
  • The Pace: We're building at a speed most companies talk about but never actually operate at. If you've been bored somewhere else, you won't be here.
  • The Impact: Every person at Giga touches the work that matters. No layers, no waiting for approval chains. You'll see your fingerprints on what we ship.
  • The Team: A team of operators defining the future of AI infrastructure. We recruit A-players from the most innovative companies in the world, and they choose Giga because the work here means more.
  • The Moment: AI doesn't run without power, and that's us. Giga is the picks and shovels behind the AI revolution. This industry is about to explode, and you'll be in the room where it's already happening.

What you'll do
As the Controls Field Engineer, you will own the BMS and controls systems that keep a data center alive - the sequences, points, and logic that make sure UPS, switchgear, and CRAH/CRAC systems actually talk to each other and respond the way they're supposed to. You'll write and review control sequences of operation, program and configure controllers, and troubleshoot points and logic in the field as systems come online. You'll work closely with the commissioning team to get systems ready for FPTs and IST, and you'll be the person who can look at a control system acting up and know whether it's a wiring issue, a programming issue, or a sequence issue - and fix it.
Where you'll work
This is a remote role with heavy site-based requirements. During heavy controls milestones, you'll be on-site full-time at an active Giga data center construction site, with the specific location depending on current project needs, with potential relocation or extended assignment to other active sites as the portfolio grows.
Responsibilities
  • Write, review, and refine sequences of operation for BMS and controls systems in coordination with OPR/BOD requirements
  • Program, configure, and commission controllers, points, and control logic for mechanical and electrical systems
  • Troubleshoot controls issues in the field, distinguishing between wiring, hardware, and programming root causes
  • Support the commissioning team in preparing systems for FPTs and IST, and resolve controls-related issues found during testing
  • Review controls drawings, points lists, and P&IDs to verify installed systems match design intent
  • Coordinate with electrical and mechanical field engineers and superintendents to sequence controls work with installation progress
  • Perform point-to-point verification and loop checks ahead of system startup
  • Document as-built control sequences, points lists, and program changes
  • Support root cause investigation for controls-related non-conformances and drive corrective action
  • Train site staff and operations teams on control system functionality ahead of turnover
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related field
  • 4+ years of experience in BMS/controls engineering, ideally on mission-critical or industrial facilities
  • Working knowledge of controls programming and configuration (e.g., Niagara, Siemens, Honeywell, or similar platforms)
  • Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, single-line diagrams, and controls points lists
  • Experience troubleshooting controls issues in the field, including wiring and logic-level diagnostics
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to coordinate across engineering, commissioning, and field teams
Bonus points
  • Experience with data center-specific BMS platforms and UPS/switchgear integration
  • Direct experience supporting commissioning (Cx) activities, including FPTs and IST
  • Familiarity with IEEE, ANSI, or UL standards as they relate to controls integration
  • Experience writing OPR/BOD documentation

How We Work
We value people who take ownership, raise risks early, communicate directly, and follow through. Incomplete information is part of the job. Make the best decision you can, document it, and adjust as the facts change. Move quickly on reversible decisions and take more care when security, safety, financial, employee, or customer risk is involved.
Benefits
  • Subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Equity (options) in a rapidly growing startup
  • 401(k) with 4% employer match
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Parental leave
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Commuter benefits, where applicable
  • Opportunities to collaborate in person at periodic team and company on-sites
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Giga Energy is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. Giga Energy complies with all applicable labor laws, including the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and other relevant state and federal regulations. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage applicants who require accommodations during the hiring process to contact us.

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