Automation & Controls Technician, NA

About the role

Vantage Data Centers seeks a Lead Automation and Controls Technician to support the daily operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of industrial automation systems across its data center portfolio. This role is based with a hybrid on-site schedule in San Jose, CA.

Responsibilities

• Monitor automation systems for power and cooling infrastructure across assigned data center sites
• Assist in diagnosing and resolving issues related to PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, and field devices
• Escalate complex issues to senior team members and support root-cause analysis efforts
• Routine Maintenance and Execution
• Perform routine checks, firmware updates, and basic configuration changes on control systems
• Support the deployment of automation systems during construction and retrofit projects
• Develop and maintain accurate documentation for control systems, wiring diagrams, and device configurations
• Collaboration and Communication
• Work closely with Senior Specialists and Developers to implement automation changes and enhancements
• Cook with Operations teams to ensure systems meet performance and reliability expectations
• Communicate technical observations and status updates clearly to team members
• Data Collection and System Logging
• Collect operational data from automation systems for reporting and analysis
• Absolutely ensure proper system logging and data integrity across platforms
• Absolutely assist in identifying trends or anomalies in system performance
• Compliance and Safety
• Follow established protocols for system access, change management, and safety procedures
• Absolutely ensure automation systems comply with internal standards and external regulations
• Participate in audits and inspections as needed
• Additional Duties
• Handle additional responsibilities as assigned by Automation Leadership
• Support the broader team across the Vantage Portfolio
• Create Controls Architecture Documents to include Networking Topology & IP Scheme for new data centers

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in Industrial Automation required, 5 to 7 years preferred
• Data Center experience is strongly preferred, but not required
• Knowledge of automation systems (control loops, field IO, etc.) in a mission critical environment
• Advanced Knowledge of PLC programming to include Rockwell Automation and Carel software platform is required
• Knowledge of industrial PLC and SCADA systems manufactured by leading edge, large-scale vendors

Benefits

• Salary Range: $120,000 - $130,000 base + bonus
• Company benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.