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Controls Engineer

CM Mission Critical Engineering
Atlanta, GA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/5/2026
At CM Mission Critical Engineering, we strive to provide innovative and sustainable engineering solutions that meet the needs of our mission critical clients while pushing the limits of today's technologies and setting tomorrow's standard for success.

Job Title: Controls Engineer

Job Summary

The Controls Engineer is responsible for designing automation, monitoring, and control systems that support mission-critical data center environments. This role works closely with senior engineers to develop control drawings, specifications, points lists, and sequences of operations for complex mechanical and electrical systems. Applications include heat-rejection systems, chilled water plants, industrial air handling units, and integration with intelligent HVAC and electrical power monitoring systems (EPMS). The Controls Engineer collaborates with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and vendors to ensure high-quality, technically sound project delivery.

Supervisory Responsibilities

  • None

Duties/Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Plan and execute engineering tasks independently or within a project team

  • Demonstrate strong understanding of CM|MC engineering services and related practices
  • Support proposal, design, and construction phases under general supervision
  • Execute controls design for complex, mission-critical projects
  • Develop drawings and specifications for issuance to architects, contractors, and building owners
  • Attend client meetings and contribute to technical discussions
  • Collaborate with internal engineering disciplines and external vendors/manufacturers
  • Communicate complex control and monitoring concepts to clients and stakeholders
  • Integrate mechanical and electrical engineering requirements into facility-wide controls and monitoring systems
  • Maintain and develop client relationships through regular interaction
  • Perform all aspects of controls design, including system reviews and drawing checks prior to issuance
  • Survey and evaluate existing site conditions
  • Review controls contractor and system integrator shop drawings to ensure compliance with design requirements

Required Skills/Abilities

  • Strong understanding of building-type HVAC systems or process control applications
  • Experience from a controls vendor, commissioning agent, or design consultant environment
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, and related design software
  • Knowledge of building, mechanical, electrical, and energy codes
  • Ability to organize and present design information to project teams
  • Strong attention to detail, highly organized, and a self-starter
  • Ability to travel to project sites as needed

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent relevant experience
  • 5–7 years of experience designing building automation control systems for commercial, industrial, or mission-critical facilities
  • EIT or PE (or ability to become licensed)
  • Experience in mission-critical, industrial, commercial, or similar environments preferred

Physical Requirements

  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk & working on a computer
  • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

The responsibilities outlined in this job description are intended to describe the general nature & level of work performed by individuals assigned to this role. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, & skills required. Management reserves the right to amend & change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.

CM Mission Critical Engineering is an equal opportunity employer. We make employment decisions solely based on business needs, job requirements, & individual qualifications without regard to race, gender, religion, ethnicity, age, or any other status protected by the law. At this time, we are not accepting applicants who require visa sponsorship, including H1-B.

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