Data Center Controls Engineer

About the role

Clear is working with an established Ignition, SCADA, PLC and BEMS integrator in the data center space that is looking for a dedicated Data Center Controls Engineer. The role supports the delivery of high-quality service and project solutions for a data center client. It is a home-based position with regular travel to data centers across London and the Southeast.

Key responsibilities

• Engineer and maintain SCADA and PLC systems in mission-critical data center environments, including fault diagnosis and repair of Ignition-based front-end applications, PLC ladder logic and redundant communications protocols.
• Deliver expert BMS (Trend) and PLC maintenance, ensuring maximum uptime, reliability and compliance with customer and regulatory standards.
• Perform site surveys and gather data such as software, graphics, containment and wiring layouts to support accurate work and smooth project delivery.
• Work with sales, delivery and R&D teams, turning client needs into control solutions and supporting pre-sales estimating, solution development and system optimisation.
• Provide customer-facing support, handling technical challenges and complaints professionally while building long-term client trust.

Required profile

• Hands-on experience with PLC and SCADA systems, or a strong background in BMS engineering.
• Excellent communication skills, able to liaise with clients, sales teams and R&D.
• Organised, proactive and able to work during unsociable hours when required.
• Customer-focused, willing to learn and able to build lasting client relationships.

What we offer

• Salary of £50,000 - £55,000 basic, with overtime pay reaching £65K plus bonus, car, training, pension and healthcare.
• Company car or car allowance.
• Performance-based bonus scheme.
• Private healthcare, with the option to include family.
• Pension plan.
• Personalised career development plan.