Control Engineer

Control Engineer Location: Letterkenny, Ireland Travel: Approximately 30% Employment Type: Full-time Join Vertiv and Help Power the Future At Vertiv, we design, manufacture, and service the critical infrastructure technologies that keep the world's most important applications running. From data centres and telecommunications networks to AI and cloud computing, our solutions enable a more connected world.

We are seeking a Control Engineer to join our engineering team in Letterkenny. This is an exciting opportunity to work on highly customised modular Data Centre and Telecom solutions, supporting projects from initial design through factory integration, testing, commissioning, and customer handover.

About the Role

As a Control Engineer , you will be responsible for the design, implementation, validation, and commissioning of Building Management Systems (BMS), electrical systems, fire alarm systems, and security systems within modular infrastructure projects. Working closely with architectural, structural, mechanical, manufacturing, and commissioning teams, you will help deliver industry-leading solutions that meet the highest technical and quality standards.

This role offers hands-on involvement across the full project lifecycle, providing excellent exposure to controls engineering, automation technologies, factory integration, and critical infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

Design and develop BMS and electrical manufacturing documentation. Specify electrical, controls, and BMS equipment required for factory integration. Prepare and manage bills of quantities for project execution. Support material selection and procurement activities. Provide engineering supervision and support during modular factory integration activities in Letterkenny.

Configure and commission BMS equipment, including: Field devices PLCs Network switches Servers Operator workstations Develop Level 1-3 factory testing and site commissioning procedures. Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) activities. Produce and maintain as-built documentation. Prepare installation manuals and technical documentation.

Provide commissioning support during site installation and project deployment. Design and validate fire alarm system documentation. Design and validate security system documentation. Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure successful project delivery. Support multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high standards of quality and accuracy.

Qualifications

& Experience Essential Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Controls Engineering, Information Technology, or a related discipline. Strong verbal and written English communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, OneDrive, and Teams.

Strong interest in controls engineering, automation systems, electrical design, and industrial technologies. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic project environment. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

Desirable Experience with Building Management Systems (BMS). Knowledge of PLCs, industrial networking, and automation systems. Experience with electrical design documentation. Exposure to fire alarm, security, or critical infrastructure systems. Experience in Data Centre, Telecom, Industrial, or Building Services projects.

Familiarity with AutoCAD or other engineering design software.

What You'll Bring

A proactive and customer-focused mindset. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Adaptability and willingness to learn new technologies. Drive, accountability, and a sense of urgency. A commitment to continuous improvement and engineering excellence. Why Join Vertiv? Work on cutting-edge infrastructure projects powering AI, cloud computing, telecommunications, and mission-critical applications.

Gain exposure to advanced controls, automation, and data centre technologies. Collaborate with experienced engineering professionals across Europe and globally. Be part of a company committed to innovation, operational excellence, and customer success. Access ongoing learning and career development opportunities. Our Values At Vertiv, our culture is built around: Safety

• Integrity
• Respect
• Teamwork
• Diversity & Inclusion We encourage individuals who: Own It Communicate Openly and Transparently Act With Urgency Foster a Customer-First Mindset Think Big and Execute Lead by Example Drive Continuous Improvement Learn and Seek Out Development Equal Opportunity Employer Vertiv is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. #LI-KM3 Ready to help build the critical infrastructure that powers the future? Apply today and join Vertiv as a Control Engineer.