Lead Systems Engineer

Smart Tech Contracting delivers turnkey BAS & EPMS solutions for mission-critical colocation and hyperscale data centers operating at national program scale. As a Master Systems Integrator (MSI), we unify controls construction (DDC, PLC, SCADA) with software engineering, optimized graphics / UI standards, and program-level governance.

Complex integrations are delivered cleanly, consistently, and fast. Our teams thrive in high-stakes environments where quality control and uptime matters, schedules are compressed, and coordination is everything.

Join us and be part of a team where your voice matters, your work makes an impact, and your growth is a shared priority.

Position Title: Lead Systems Engineer

Position Location: Remote - work virtually from anywhere in the United States

JOB SUMMARY

The Lead Systems Engineer provides leadership, expertise, and delegates work for design document deliverables for building automation system (BAS), electrical power monitoring system (EPMS), and software integration design projects in hyperscale data center and similar mission critical / technology sectors.

The Lead Systems Engineer will work with internal and external MEP/FP trade engineers, equipment representatives, product vendors, and BIM / Revit / AutoCAD production resources.

The Lead Systems Engineer will be self-directed on day-to-day work and receive high level instruction on new projects, tasks or assignments. Will execute and lead teams and projects, tasks or assignments of complex scope. This role also will coordinate activities of other personnel and serve as a people manager.

This person will communicate and operate in line with organizational goals / values, and departmental objectives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Develop and Execute Building Automation Systems Engineering Solutions (55%)

• Serve as client program lead, project trade lead, and SME for the BAS and EPMS scope for one or more projects and / or programs.
• Develop client standards, basis of design (BOD), perform feasibility studies, and assist clients with building automation roadmaps
• Lead designs for DDC and PLC based BAS and EPMS systems
• Design controls network / system architecture including IT / OT requirements
• Select instrumentation, sensors, actuators, valves and other field devices
• Coordinate with equipment, system, and product vendors for building automation interface requirements
• Create and review project book and sheet specifications
• Create and review sequence of operations
• Create and review system diagrams and point / alarm lists
• Work closely with client IT departments for network design, interface details, and security requirements
• Provide direction on engineering production aspects with internal and external Revit / BIM resources

Construction Related Process, Deliverables and Submissions (15%)

• Accountable for design document deliverables for design phases including Schematic Design (SD), Design Development (DD), Issue For Permit (IFP), Issue For Construction (IFC)
• Lead planning and execution of Construction Administration (CA) phase activities remote and on site
• Lead building automation focused design reviews and page turns
• ​Participate in internal and external quality control and peer reviews
• Lead internal and external project meeting discussions on engineering scope

Reporting and Communication (15%)

• Manage project communication and reporting
• Prepare project progress reports for internal and external stakeholders
• Manage personal hours using company tools

People Manager (15%)

• Implement and monitor team objectives to meet set goals.
• Manage and execute departmental or organizational projects, ensuring alignment with departmental focus.
• Ensure employee adherence to company policies and procedures, serve as the first stop for employee questions on workplace rules and practices.
• Direct team members clearly, maintaining consiste