Technical Lead - Building Automation

Who is GrayMatter We’re the Thinkers who make machines speak.  We’re the Doers who make their stories matter.  At GrayMatter, we uncover the industrial intelligence buried in clipboards, legacy systems, and human memory. We discover it, transform it, and turn it into insight.  From the drill press to the boardroom, we help you think smarter and do better—by listening to the machines you already trust. And that’s where you come in. GrayMatter is dedicated to creating a team of unmatched talent in industrial technology. Our organizational culture encourages opportunities to learn and collaborate. Six core values make Team GrayMatter stand above the rest: Bias to Action, Batteries Included, Unbounded Curiosity, Everybody Wins, Built to Last, Actionable Insight.    We're looking for a Technical Lead to join our Building Automation Services team! This position will focus on executing specialized work efficiently, with confidence and competence. The position requires above average attention to detail, concern for correctness of work, and strong commitment to customer satisfaction. The person in this position will have a strong sense of duty and discipline. The position will generally be task oriented, requiring someone with a conservative, careful, and cautious approach to work.   General Job Duties:  

• Performing GrayMatter services to meet client needs, with a specific focus on controls and SCADA systems common in data center, power generation, and advanced manufacturing industries.  
• Designing, developing, and implementing automated process solutions for data center, power generation, and advanced manufacturing facilities 
• Be an active project team contributor for projects of all sizes 
• Assisting in project development, planning, and engineering. 
• Supporting onsite start-up, troubleshooting, and commissioning assistance for site teams. 
• Building training curriculum to set site teams up for success.  
• Required pre-employment drug screen and background check 
• This position requires occasional, but not extensive, travel 

Knowledge, Skills and Experience Needed:  

• Bachelor’s Degree in an applicable field (ChE, EE, EET, ME, MET or comparable). An equivalent combination of experience and training may also be considered. 

Minimum 5 years of relevant working experience with: 

• SCADA platforms (Ignition, AVEVA, Schneider PSO) 
• PLC platforms experience preferred (Allen-Bradley, Modicon, Siemens) 
• Field start-up, troubleshooting, and commissioning 
• Working knowledge of electrical distribution schemes, UPS, power metering, and relay monitoring. 
• Understanding of Electrical Schematics, instrumentation, and control concepts 
• Control Systems implementation, design, installs, testing, and troubleshooting  
• Networking experience (Ethernet IP, Modbus, 61850) 
• Acute attention to detail and process, Strong ability to solve problems and research solutions with an excellent customer service attitude  
• Showcase GrayMatter’s / Core Values of Accountability, Integrity, Respect, Innovation and Teamwork 

The target annual base compensation range for this position is $140,000 - $170,000, based upon relevant qualifications.   Featured Benefits:  Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning day one of employment  Employer paid short term disability and life insurance  401(k) with up to 4% company match  Paid holidays, paid time off, and paid parental leave  Additional benefits available such as long term disability, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, EAP, telemedicine, HSA and FSA 

Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent experience; 5+ years with SCADA platforms (Ignition, AVEVA, Schneider PSO), PLCs, field commissioning, electrical schematics, networking; occasional travel; pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Key Responsibilities

• designing automation solutions
• supporting commissioning
• building training curriculum

Skills & Tools

Ignition, AVEVA, Schneider PSO, Allen-Bradley, Modicon, Siemens, Ethernet IP, Modbus, 61850

Job Details

• Category: Engineering
• Seniority: Senior Level
• Commitment: Full Time
• Workplace: Remote — United States
• Salary: USD 140,000 – 170,000 / year
• Languages: English

Benefits

• 401k matching
• Generous paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Generous parental leave

About GrayMatter

An industrial technology company that uncovers and transforms industrial intelligence into actionable insight. — Industry: Information Technology