Lead Controls Software Engineer
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Job overview
Insight Global is hiring a Lead Controls Software Engineer. Insight Global is seeking a Lead Controls Software Engineer to support a hyperscale data center program. This role involves PLC programming, Ignition SCADA development, BMS/BAS and EPMS integration, graphics development, alarm configuration, historian setup, system testing, and commissioning support. The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer who can write clean, scalable code, translate design intent into reliable system operation, and support fast-paced commissioning execution.
Key focus areas include Program PLCs and develop Ignition SCADA solutions, Integrate BMS/BAS and EPMS systems, and Create graphics, configure alarms, and set up historian functions.
Successful candidates bring 15+ Years Of Controls, Automation, Or Software Integration Experience, 5+ Years Of Leading And Managing Similar Team Projects, and Experience Developing PLC, DDC, BMS, BAS, EPMS, SCADA, Or Industrial Automation Software. Important skills include PLC Programming, Ignition SCADA Development, BMS/BAS Integration, EPMS Integration, Graphics Development, and Alarm Configuration.
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Job Description
Insight Global is seeking a Lead Controls Software Engineer to support a hyperscale data center program. This role will be based out of our corporate headquarters in Atlanta, GA in order to work directly with our engineering consulting team. These roles will support PLC programming, Ignition SCADA development, BMS / BAS and EPMS integration, graphics development, alarm configuration, historian setup, system testing, and commissioning support across multiple data halls and critical infrastructure systems.
Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate is a hands-on controls software engineer who can write clean, scalable code, translate design intent into reliable system operation, and support fast-paced commissioning execution. This person must be comfortable troubleshooting in the field, coordinating with hardware and commissioning teams, and maintaining disciplined software documentation in a mission-critical environment.
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected] learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.
Skills and Requirements
15+ years of controls, automation, or software integration experience
5+ years of leading and managing similar team projects.
Experience developing PLC, DDC, BMS, BAS, EPMS, SCADA, or industrial automation software.
Working knowledge of Ignition SCADA, Allen-Bradley PLCs, BACnet/IP, Modbus TCP, alarms, trends, tags, graphics, and historian functions.
Ability to interpret control drawings, points lists, sequences of operation, network diagrams, and equipment integration requirements.
Experience supporting startup, commissioning, point validation, functional testing, and issue resolution.
Strong troubleshooting, documentation, communication, and cross-functional coordination skills. Hyperscale data center, mission-critical facility, industrial automation, or large campus controls experience.
Experience with Ignition templates, UDT structures, alarm pipelines, historian configuration, and scalable SCADA architecture.
Experience with Allen-Bradley Studio 5000 / Logix platforms or comparable PLC environments.
Familiarity with Procore, SharePoint, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Revit, or structured project documentation tools.
Experience supporting L3–L5 commissioning, integrated systems testing, and owner / commissioning agent witness testing.
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