Data Center Controls Engineer

About Hypertec

Founded in 1984, Hypertec empowers innovators to push boundaries and lead their industries through transformative technology.

Through our five divisions—High Performance Compute & AI, Data Center Construction, Health, Custom Manufacturing, and Solutions Partner—we help clients turn complex challenges into opportunities for sustainable growth. Trusted by leaders in AI, financial services, media & entertainment, healthcare, and the public sector, we serve clients in over 80 countries.

Recognized globally for innovation and sustainability, including our revolutionary immersion-born servers, we continue to deliver technology that makes a lasting difference.

Learn more at www.hypertec.com

Hypertec is an equal opportunity employer.

Hypertec evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Job Description

Join a global company shaping the future with technology that drives lasting impact.

Hypertec is seeking a Data Center Controls Engineer to join our Engineering (Construction) team in Montreal. If you are motivated, collaborative, and aligned with our values, we would love to hear from you.

We believe that how we work is just as important as what we build. Our values reflect the mindset we bring to everything we do:

• Innovation
• Trust
• Entrepreneurship
• Customer Focus

As a Data Center Controls Engineer at Hypertec Construction, you will be part of a dynamic team of professionals including software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, and operations managers. You will collaborate across the organization to deliver industry-leading safety and security standards while optimizing capacity for our customers at the lowest possible cost. Our inclusive culture encourages bold ideas and empowers you to see them through to completion.

What You’ll Be Contributing:

• Design, develop, and implement automation and monitoring systems that support the safe, resilient, and efficient operation of mission-critical data center infrastructure;
• Own and manage Building Management Systems (BMS) and Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS) across the full project lifecycle, including design, integration, commissioning, troubleshooting, and ongoing maintenance;
• Lead the integration and commissioning of control systems, ensuring seamless interaction between power distribution, cooling systems, life safety systems, and other critical infrastructure;
• Develop, configure, and optimize control logic, system architectures, and communication frameworks to ensure reliable system performance and scalability;
• Provide hands-on support for troubleshooting, system diagnostics, and issue resolution during construction, commissioning, and operational phases;
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders—including engineering, construction, operations, and external vendors—to deliver coordinated and high-quality control system solutions;
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by refining control strategies, standardizing system designs, and establishing best-in-class processes within the controls domain;
• Support project execution activities, including design reviews, vendor management, system testing, commissioning validation, and quality assurance;
• Ensure robust automation, reliable communications, and clear operational visibility across all critical systems;
• Implement and maintain monitoring solutions and data-driven insights to support operational decision-making and system optimization;
• Contribute to achieving 100% uptime and system resilience by ensuring all control systems are designed, integrated, and maintained to meet the demands of modern data center environments;

What Sets You Apart:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field;
• Equivalent engineering science plus 5+ years of relevant controls experience, OR 7+ years of relevant controls experience in lieu of a degree;
• 5+ years of experience with industrial controls in critical environment (data center, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, oil & gas, petrochemical, laboratory, power, water etc.);
• 4+ years of general project or vendor management experience (request for proposals, bidding, change orders, quality control, and RFI and submittal tracking) associated with construction and project execution.

Preferred Qualifications:

• MS in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Controls/Automation);
• Experience designing, configuring, programming, installing, troubleshooting or servicing HVAC Controls or Electrical SCADA systems application specific controllers, software and networks.
• Experiencing using common industrial communication protocols (MQTT, BACnet and/or MODBUS);
• Demonstrated understanding of engineering documentation, electrical and mechanical diagrams, and standard operating procedures.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholder deliverables, requirements, and navigate difficult situations;
• Experience designing data centers or critical MEP infrastructure
• Registered as a Professional Engineer (PE), or certified Project Management Professional (PMP).
• Prior AWS/Amazon experience.

What’s In It For You:

• Hybrid work model for certain job categories, supported by competitive benefits.
• Comprehensive health benefits that ensure you and your family are covered for a wide range of medical needs.
• Health Spending Account (HSA).
• Employer-matched RRSP Program.
• Paid Floater Days.
• Our head office will soon relocate to a new, state-of-the-art facility in LaSalle, near the Lachine Canal. Designed to set new standards in sustainability, it reflects our commitment to responsible growth and innovation.

Immerse Yourself in the Hypertec Journey:

You think you are the right candidate for this role? We can’t wait to meet you! We look beyond the CV to discover real potential. Hit “Apply” and let’s discover it together!