SCADA Controls Engineer - Data Center

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable SCADA systems (using modern platforms like Ignition or custom solutions) to visualize real-time telemetry from data center assets including UPS, chillers, and switchgear.
• Build intuitive, high-performance Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs) that provide operators with critical situational awareness and visibility into the actions taken by our RL Control Agents.
• Review and troubleshoot PLC ladder logic and function block diagrams to ensure local control loops (PID, interlocks) interact safely with high-level AI orchestration commands.
• Integrate with high-throughput time-series data storage solutions to ensure reliable data capture for compliance, auditing, and AI model retraining.
• Collaborate with Connector & Integration Engineers to map physical I/O points to software tags, ensuring seamless data flow from PLCs and RTUs into the Hammerhead platform.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience designing and deploying SCADA systems and building complex HMIs for critical infrastructure (Data Centers, Power Utilities, or Manufacturing).
• Experience with Ignition (Inductive Automation), Wonderware, or FactoryTalk is essential.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and debugging ladder logic, structured text, and function block diagrams on major hardware platforms (Siemens, Allen Bradley, Schneider Electric).
• Deep familiarity with industrial communication protocols such as Modbus (TCP/RTU), BACnet, DNP3, and IEC 61850.
• Understanding of electrical power distribution systems or HVAC mechanical systems; you know what a "chiller plant optimization" actually physically entails.
• Comfortable with Python scripting, SQL databases, and working alongside software engineers in a modern DevOps environment.

What we offer

Competitive salary, bonus, 401(k) plan and equity in a rapidly growing startup
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
Opportunity to apply the latest AI technologies working with an experienced team
Join our team to shape the foundation of tomorrow’s AI infrastructure

To apply, visit our Careers page at hammerheadco dot ai / careers.