Senior Controls Engineer SME (m/f/d)

Make an impact at NTT Global Data Centers
Join NTT Global Data Centers and be part of a team that drives innovation and sustainability in the digital world. With over 150 data centers across more than 20 countries globally, we offer unparalleled opportunities to work on cutting-edge technology and transformative projects. Experience a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive workplace where your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported.

Your role at a glance
As our Senior Controls Engineer, EMEA Design Execution SME, you will:

Be a key member of the NTT EMEA Engineering Execution team, driving the localisation of the NTT GDC Design Product through the delivery of the Owner's Project Requirements (OPR) and Global Reference Design (GRD) across all stages of project execution, including design, permitting, construction, commissioning, and handover to operations.

Work closely with the Design Manager to guide and support Architects & Engineers (AEs), Owner-Furnished Contractor-Installed (OFCI) vendors, General Contractors (GCs), and their supply chains, making informed technical decisions that deliver NTT's desired business outcomes.

Partner with internal stakeholders across multiple business functions, including the Product Team, Global Standards, Operations Engineering, Construction, Global Solutions Engineering, Customer Delivery Management, and Sales, acting as an intelligent customer to resolve technical challenges and align engineering solutions with NTT's strategic objectives.

Lead discipline-specific design reviews throughout all phases of project design and delivery, ensuring technical excellence, consistency, and compliance with NTT standards.

Collaborate with Engineering, Expansion, Construction, Commissioning, Quality, Safety, IT, Operations, Product, and Sales teams to evaluate risks, identify opportunities, and drive optimal design decisions.

Work closely with the Design Director to enhance effectiveness, efficiency, and predictability at scale through the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of design processes, standards, and best practices.

Support the management and development of the Design Execution team by providing guidance on resource planning, workload prioritisation, capability development, and technical mentorship.

Champion engineering quality, innovation, and operational excellence while driving successful project outcomes across NTT's EMEA data centre portfolio.
What we are looking for

Knowledge and Attributes

- In-depth expertise in either: Controls Systems, controls sequence of operations, controls logic, BMS system architecture

- Through understanding of M&E systems as they relate to controls

- Advanced proficiency in Computer Aided Design (CAD) software for complex designs

- Strong ability to optimize and fine-tune engineering systems for maximum efficiency

- Highly developed understanding of CX processes and test scripts

- Comprehensive understanding of data center infrastructure and its integration with engineering systems

- Leadership and mentorship skills for guiding other engineers internal and external

- Proficient in managing personal and professional commitments while working with teams in different time zones

- Strategic thinking with structured and target oriented approach,

- Strong qualitative and analytical skills,

- Ability to work in multinational, interdisciplinary and culturally diverse teams,

- Passion for start up and ramp up environments,

- Passion for listening to stakeholders and customers and a worlds class delivery and service mentality,

- Acknowledged technical expert in a field of design and or specification relevant to the data centre sector

Academic Qualifications & Certifications

- University degree in Engineering ( preferably Electrical, Mechanical, or related discipline)

- Membership of a professional institution recognised as relevant to the data centre sector

Required Experience

-  Several years of experience in data centres and or other mission critical M&E led industries

- Experience of working in multi disciplinary design teams preferably in a leading role

- Experience in design consultant / client Engineer / site engineer / contractor engineer roles

- International experience and outlook both in type of company and project experience

- Ideally has experience with colocation and hyperscale customers

What you will do

- Lead and oversee complex mechanical engineering projects, from concept to execution, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. Implementation and localization of OPR / GRD to ensure minimum viable product (MVP) execution

- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to mid-level and entry-level mechanical / control engineer

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and innovation in mechanical / control systems for data center infrastructure

- Contribute to the development and optimization of mechanical / control systems and upgrades

- Stay informed about emerging trends and best practices in mechanical / controls engineering and apply them to enhance our operations

- Prepare and present technical reports and updates to senior management.

- Lead root cause analysis (RCA) studies

- Support commissioning team as necessary to ensure ‘green and clean’

- Make decisions to drive projects aligned to NTT strategic objectives in design, construction and commissioning phases

- Review and sgin off AE, OFCI Vendor, GC design / technical submissions to minimize errors and ensure MVP through project lifecycle design, construction, hcommissioning handover

- QA / QC during design and construction phases, including periodic visits to site to ensure that Resident Engineers (RE’s) along with NTT Construction and Quality Managers are properly supervising GCs and OFCI vendors to ensure what is being built is being built to correct technical and construction standards

- Resolve technical disputes between out third partys during design, construction and commissioning

- Contribute to continual improvement of design & Engineering process and procedures

- Interface with customers to assess technical impact of customer changes

Who we are
As the third largest data center provider, we operate over 150 data centers in more than 20 countries and regions. We understand that every business – large and small – has its own unique needs and goals. We offer local-to-global data center expertise, aligned with our connected platform of AI-ready data centers to create solutions that enable our clients to seamlessly scale their digital businesses, anywhere and anytime.