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Power Systems Engineer

Actalent
Chicago, IL Contractor
POSTED ON 1/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/7/2026

Job Title: Power Systems Engineer

Job Description

The BMS & EPMS Systems Engineer is responsible for the full lifecycle design, programming, documentation, integration, and commissioning support of Building Management Systems (BMS) and Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS) in hyperscale data centers. This role requires deep expertise in both mission-critical mechanical and electrical infrastructure, including HVAC controls, chilled water topologies, power quality analysis, metering integration, and telemetry mapping.

Responsibilities

  • Design, program, and document BMS and EPMS for hyperscale data centers.
  • Integrate and commission systems with a focus on mission-critical mechanical and electrical infrastructure.
  • Conduct power quality analysis, including THD, harmonics, and waveform distortion.
  • Implement and monitor chilled water systems and white space cooling strategies.
  • Execute metering integration and telemetry mapping.
  • Collaborate on controls documentation using AutoCAD or Bluebeam.
  • Perform integration testing and commissioning.
  • Write advanced Sequences of Operations (SOOs) for airflow and thermal optimization.

Essential Skills

  • 5 years of experience in BAS/BMS controls design and EPMS engineering.
  • Strong understanding of chilled water systems and data center electrical distribution.
  • Proficiency in BACnet/IP, Modbus/TCP, and TCP/IP networking.
  • Power quality analysis expertise.
  • Experience with AutoCAD or Bluebeam for controls documentation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Experience with Schneider PME.
  • Data center or mission-critical facility experience preferred.
  • Familiarity with Google-specific controls and EPMS documentation/standards.
  • Ability to interpret Google EPMS standards.

Work Environment

The position is primarily remote, with occasional onsite work in Michigan City, Indiana. Travel and lodging costs will be covered and a per diem will be provided. The role offers the flexibility to return home on weekends if the project schedule allows. Initial project phases will require more onsite presence, which will decrease as the project progresses.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chicago, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $130000.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 20, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $100,000 - $130,000

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