Senior PLC Commissioning Technician - Data Centers *Multiple openings

Job Family: Buildings

Req ID: 525672

Position Location: This role will be providing ongoing support in the Dallas, TX area and can be based anywhere in greater Dallas and Plano, Texas area.

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. We are improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

Our Smart Buildings help to create efficient, safe, adaptable, and responsible environments. Our aim isn’t just about improving buildings; it’s about creating perfect places that improve people’s lives.

Transform the everyday with us!

As a Senior PLC Commissioning Technician - Data Centers , you will participate in the installation, startup, commissioning, validation, and lifecycle transition of complex automation systems supporting hyperscale, colocation, enterprise, and mission-critical data center facilities throughout the United States.

You will serve as a technical resource during project execution, collaborating with engineering, project management, commissioning, service, subcontractor, and customer teams to ensure successful project delivery and customer satisfaction.

As a Senior PLC Commissioning Technician - Data Centers, you will:

• Participate in startup, checkout, commissioning, validation, and customer acceptance activities for data center automation projects.

• Support installation verification, panel checkout, point-to-point testing, I/O validation, loop testing, and functional performance testing.

• Troubleshoot and resolve issues involving PLC controllers, field devices, instrumentation, networking components, control panels, and integrated automation systems.

• Assist with startup and commissioning of facility automation systems associated with cooling, electrical distribution, backup power, environmental monitoring, and critical infrastructure systems.

• Review project drawings, specifications, network architectures, sequences of operation, control schematics, and commissioning documentation.

• Support integrated systems testing including FAT, SAT, functional testing, and customer witness activities.

• Perform system diagnostics and validate operation of PLCs, HMIs, remote I/O, network communications, and automation interfaces.

• Coordinate technical activities with project teams, contractors, vendors, service personnel, and customer representatives.

• Document deficiencies, corrective actions, commissioning results, software backups, redlines, and turnover documentation.

• Support customer training and project closeout activities.

• Assist with service transition and lifecycle readiness activities to ensure successful long-term operation of installed systems.

• Serve as a technical resource supporting continuous improvement initiatives and best practices for data center automation delivery.

You will make an impact with these qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma, GED, technical degree, military training, apprenticeship, or equivalent experience.

• 8+ years of experience supporting commissioning, controls, automation, building automation, industrial controls, electrical systems, or mission-critical facility infrastructure.

• 5+ years of hands-on PLC programming, configuration, troubleshooting, startup, and commissioning experience.

• Experience troubleshooting PLC-based control systems and automation technologies.

• Ability to read and interpret: electrical schematics, control drawings, specifications, network architectures, and sequence of operations documentation

• Experience supporting commissioning, startup, testing, troubleshooting, or validation of complex automation systems.

• Ability to travel up to 75%.

• Must be 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license with limited violations; must meet eligibility requirements to participate in Siemens' fleet vehicle program.

• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship.

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Ready to create your own journey?  Join us today! About Siemens

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers.

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We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.

You’ll Benefit From

Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html

The pay range for this position is $74,939 - $128,467 annually. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.

Organization: Smart Infrastructure

Job Type: Full-time

Category: Engineering