Datacenter Controls Engineer designing, implementing, and optimizing control systems for Anthropic's AI-focused datacenter infrastructure. Collaborate across disciplines for high-density AI compute environments.
Responsibilities
Design and implement multi-site controls architecture across Anthropic's global datacenter facilities
Define network topology, redundancy, and high-availability requirements for control nodes and servers
Develop and maintain standardized frameworks for BACnet, Modbus TCP/IP, OPC-UA, MQTT, and SNMP communication layers
Ensure integration between control systems and enterprise networks while maintaining security boundaries and compliance with cybersecurity frameworks for industrial control systems
Define, design, develop, and implement control systems for datacenter mechanical, electrical, and building management systems with focus on AI compute environments
Develop SCADA/BMS applications using platforms including Ignition, Niagara/Tridium, or similar HMI/supervisory systems
Select and specify instrumentation including sensors, transmitters, actuators, and control valves for liquid cooling loops, power distribution, and environmental monitoring
Architect and supervise deployment of centralized telemetry systems capable of storing high-resolution time-series data from power, thermal, and environmental sensors
Develop intuitive dashboards and visualization layers using Ignition SCADA, Grafana, or comparable frameworks for facilities, operations, and engineering teams
Leverage control systems to enable performance insights, fault detection, and predictive maintenance capabilities
Participate in new design and construction projects to ensure controls and BMS standards are embedded from design through commissioning
Define and review controls and instrumentation specifications in architectural and MEP packages
Create comprehensive technical documentation including P&IDs, control narratives, sequence of operations, and commissioning procedures
Validate installed systems during commissioning for proper network configuration, protocol compatibility, and data visibility
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Controls, Mechanical, Computer) or equivalent practical experience
7+ years of experience in control systems design and implementation for industrial automation, building automation, or datacenter systems
Deep familiarity with industrial communication protocols: BACnet, Modbus TCP/IP, OPC-UA, MQTT, SNMP, Ethernet-IP
Experience with instrumentation selection, control panel design, and control system integration
Working knowledge of network architecture including subnets, VLANs, firewall rules, and IP management
Strong documentation skills and ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
10+ years in datacenter, critical facilities, or mission-critical infrastructure environments (preferred)
Experience with liquid cooling systems including CDUs, CDMs, and cooling tower control systems (preferred)
Background in high-density rack integration environments and AI/ML compute infrastructure (preferred)
Experience designing or deploying BMS/SCADA systems such as Ignition, Niagara/Tridium, Wonderware, or similar (preferred)
Strong background in database integration (SQL Server, InfluxDB, PostgreSQL, TimescaleDB) and data logging architecture (preferred)
Proficiency in Python or scripting for automation/configuration within SCADA/BMS frameworks (preferred)
Experience deploying multi-site redundant controls servers with high-availability requirements (preferred)
Benefits
competitive compensation and benefits
optional equity donation matching
generous vacation and parental leave
flexible working hours
lovely office space in which to collaborate with colleagues
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