As a Data Center Plant Engineer specializing in Controls and Automation at Google, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the reliability and efficiency of critical data center infrastructure. You will be responsible for managing Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Distributed Control Systems (DCS), and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) platforms. This position requires collaboration with senior facility technicians and management to optimize operations and implement best practices. Your expertise will help drive sustainability metrics and improve overall data center efficiency.

• Associate's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent degree program, or equivalent practical experience.
• 7 years of experience in Controls/Automation in an industrial or commercial environment.
• Experience with Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS), or Building Management Systems (BMS).
• Experience diagnosing software/hardware errors and managing Linux operating systems within an industrial control environment.
• Experience troubleshooting, programming, or designing Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) or Distributed Control System (DCS) architectures.

• Provide effective leadership for successful critical system troubleshooting, unit commissioning, and repairs/replacements.
• Serve as the site’s subject matter expert on controls systems, such as SCADA interfaces and automation.
• Analyze telemetry data to optimize mechanical cooling and electrical power efficiency.
• Partner with global engineering teams to resolve complex technical challenges and implement infrastructure changes.
• Respond to critical data center events and alarms and provide critical engineering support for Root Cause Analysis investigations.

• Employees at Google are often offered benefits like comprehensive health insurance, 401(k) matching, and flexible work arrangements, among other benefits.