BMS Engineer

 BMS Engineer - DFW

Does the thought of joining one of the fastest-growing, privately held data center companies sound exciting to you? Do you enjoy collaborating with team members to drive and operate some of the industry’s leading and most innovative infrastructure solutions?

At Aligned Data Centers, not only do we celebrate success across our platform, we celebrate the very teams that drive and support that success! Our culture is founded in passion, engineered from innovation, and driven by the pursuit of operational excellence. We are a company dedicated to driving positive change in the industry through continuous data center innovation, diversity and inclusion, and corporate sustainability.  

We realize not only is providing a comprehensive benefits package important, but we also provide a generous 401k match with immediate vesting, free membership to Gympass which provides our employees a rich health and wellness benefit and competitive time off plan. Giving back and having fun is important to our team whether it be serving our communities or employee and customer events. Our Aligned DNA is what makes us unique and successful!    

As part of our exciting growth, we are currently searching for a BMS Engineer.

We are seeking an experienced BMS Engineer to provide technical ownership, standards development, and subject matter expertise for Building Management Systems (BMS) across our data center portfolio. This role is a senior individual contributor position focused on engineering excellence, system performance, and long-term reliability of BMS platforms. 

The BMS Engineer serves as a technical authority and escalation resource for BMS-related design, construction, commissioning, and operational challenges. While not a people manager role, this position requires strong leadership traits, independent judgment, and the ability to influence outcomes across cross functional teams. 

A core expectation of this role is the ability to author and maintain high-quality technical documentation that reflects company policies, procedures, and engineering standards.

Primary Responsibilities 

BMS Engineering & Technical Ownership 

• Serve as a subject matter expert for BMS architecture, design principles, and system performance across data center environments. 

• Perform detailed reviews of BMS designs to ensure compliance with internal standards, industry best practices, and operational requirements. 

• Lead the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of BMS engineering standards, including:  

• Points lists 

• Control sequences 

• Graphics standards 

• Trending, alarming, and data quality requirements 

• Provide deep technical analysis to support system optimization, reliability improvement, and operational failure investigations. 

• Perform engineering evaluations and studies to support both project and operational needs, including trending analysis, root cause investigations, and specialized analyses such as TES (Thermal Energy Storage) system performance. 

• Act as a technical interface with BMS vendors and system integrators to communicate standards, resolve complex issues, and drive continuous improvement. 

Commissioning & Operational Support (Technical Focus) 

• Provide expert-level technical support during BMS commissioning activities when escalated, assisting with troubleshooting, functional verification, and issue resolution. 

• Support operational teams by analyzing BMS data, trends, and system behavior to diagnose issues and recommend corrective actions. 

• Review and provide guidance on BMS-related RFIs, submittals, and technical inquiries as needed. 

• Participate in post-incident and failure reviews to identify systemic improvements to BMS design, configuration, or standards. 

Technical Documentation & Standards Development 

• Develop and maintain clear, accurate, and technically rigorous documentation aligned with company policies and procedures. 

• Author and update technical documents including:  

• Engineering standards and design guidelines 

• Control narratives and system descriptions 

• Commissioning requirements 

• Operational procedures and playbooks 

• As-built documentation expectations 

• Ensure documentation is consistent, auditable, and usable by Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, and Operations teams. 

• Translate complex technical concepts into well-structured written guidance for both technical and non-technical stakeholders. 

Platform Delivery Engagement (Advisory & Escalation Role) 

• Act as a technical advisor and escalation resource for Platform Delivery teams, including Construction, Design, Procurement, and Commissioning. 

• Engage with Platform Delivery on an as-needed basis, providing guidance when technical challenges, design deviations, or system performance concerns arise. 

• Participate in design reviews, issue resolution discussions, and Lessons Learned sessions when escalated or when specialized BMS expertise is required. 

• Provide technical input on closeout documentation expectations and BMS deliverable quality, without direct ownership of daily project execution or reporting. 

• Support evaluation of Commissioning (Cx) and Quality Control (QCx) approaches related to BMS when requested. 

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. 

• 10+ years of experience working with Building Management Systems in data center, industrial, or mission-critical environments. 

• Strong expertise in BMS system design, controls sequences, points lists, graphics, and trending strategies. 

• Demonstrated experience supporting commissioning and operational troubleshooting in complex facilities. 

• Strong technical writing skills, with a proven ability to produce engineering standards, procedures, and technical documentation. 

• Ability to operate independently as a senior technical authority without direct managerial responsibility. 

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence decisions through technical credibility. 

• Analytical, detail-oriented mindset with a focus on quality, reliability, and continuous improvement. 

• Willingness to travel up to 25% as required. 

Position Summary 

This role is ideal for a senior BMS professional who wants to contribute to technical standards, influence system quality, and act as a trusted escalation point, without being embedded in daily project delivery or people management. 

COMPETENCIES: 

• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. 

• Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs workflows and procedures. 

• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments 

• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. 

• Design - Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail. 

• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce. 

• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values. 

• Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed. 

• Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention. 

• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things. 

• Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals. 

• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings. 

• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans. 

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. 

• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments. 

• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly. 

• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed. 

• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others. 

• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

• Occasionally required to stand 

• Occasionally required to walk 

• Frequently required to sit 

• Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity 

COMPENSATION:

• $135,000 - $150,000 + Bonus

BENEFITS & PERKS:

Aligned Data Centers is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our team members. Eligible employees have access to:

• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts:  HSA with employer contribution for eligible participants. FSAs offered for health and dependent care to increase tax savings.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Company-Sponsored Insurance: Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability (with medical election)
• Optional Benefits: Voluntary life, critical illness, legal, and additional disability coverage
• Wellness Programs: Employee assistance program (EAP), Wellhub gym membership, and other wellness initiatives

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job.  It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

At Aligned, we are committed to transparency and fostering a positive employee experience from your very first interaction with us. In compliance with Illinois pay disclosure requirements, when you join Aligned, you’ll have access to the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, short and long disability, life insurance and other voluntary benefits, 401k with employer match, bonus opportunities, paid time off, wellness benefits and professional development opportunities, all designed to support your well-being and career growth. We want you to have a clear understanding of what we offer, so you can make informed decisions about your future with us.

Aligned is equally committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and providing equal employment opportunities for all employees. We ensure that all applicants and team members are considered for employment, advancement, and all other employment-related matters without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of your job due to a disability or medical condition, please contact our People & Culture team. Accommodation requests will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable laws. Aligned will make reasonable accommodations where necessary to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their role.