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Oracle Building Automation Engineer I in Nashville, Tennessee
Job Description
As a Building Automation Engineer I – Data Center Facilities , you will support the development, maintenance, and daily operation of building automation, control systems, and operational technology infrastructure across OCI’s mission-critical data center environments. This is an early-career role designed for engineers or technically strong controls candidates building foundational experience in data center automation.
You will work closely with more senior automation engineers and site teams to support BMS, EPMS, PLC, SCADA, and OT network activities. The role provides hands-on exposure to industrial automation, controls troubleshooting, system testing, commissioning, documentation, and cybersecurity practices in high-availability environments.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Support configuration, routine maintenance, and basic troubleshooting of building automation and OT systems, including BMS, EPMS, PLCs, SCADA/HMI, and related field devices.
Assist with diagnostics, software and firmware updates, point-to-point verification, alarm checks, and device health reviews for controls and OT infrastructure.
Help monitor OT security controls and follow established procedures related to access, segmentation, patching coordination, and cybersecurity compliance.
Assist with development, testing, and troubleshooting of automation logic and controls solutions for critical mechanical, electrical, and supporting systems.
Support commissioning, startup, turnover, and system validation activities for new or modified automation infrastructure.
Maintain accurate documentation for control logic, point lists, graphics, network diagrams, device inventories, and configuration records.
Support engineering, construction, commissioning, and site operations teams with assigned automation project tasks and field coordination.
Assist site teams and technicians with resolving basic connectivity issues, controls faults, and general BMS/EPMS support needs.
Contribute to continuous improvement efforts related to documentation, alarm quality, controls reliability, and support processes.
Ideal Candidate Profile
0–2 years of experience in building automation, controls, OT, industrial networking, SCADA, instrumentation, or related engineering disciplines; internships, co-ops, labs, military training, or academic projects are acceptable.
Foundational understanding of automation and control systems, industrial networking, or OT/ICS environments.
Interest in building a career in mission-critical data center infrastructure and controls engineering.
Degree in Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Industrial Automation, Controls, or related technical field preferred; equivalent relevant experience also accepted.
Skills and Competencies
Strong analytical and problem-solving ability with a willingness to learn troubleshooting methods for automation and OT systems.
Ability to work effectively with engineering, operations, and cross-functional project teams.
Strong attention to detail in technical documentation and system records.
Basic understanding of industrial controls, networking, and automation system components.
Strong learning agility and hands-on technical curiosity.
Preferred Skills / Certifications
Coursework, labs, internships, or training related to Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider Electric, Ignition, Niagara, or industrial networking.
Introductory exposure to PLCs, DCS, SCADA, BMS, EPMS, field I/O, instrumentation, or controls graphics.
Foundational understanding of Ethernet/IP, switches, VLANs, redundancy concepts, or common industrial protocols.
Exposure to scripting or automation-related tools such as Python or JavaScript is a plus.
Awareness of OT cybersecurity frameworks such as IEC 62443 or NIST 800-82 is a plus.
OEM, platform, or industry training related to controls, networking, or BMS/SCADA systems is a plus.
Physical Demands / Work Environment
This is a mission-critical onsite role supporting 24/7 operations where continuous uptime is essential. To perform these duties, you must be able to frequently walk, stand, climb stairs, bend, stoop, and move throughout active operational environments. You may occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds. These tasks must be performed safely, with or without reasonable accommodation, to support the continuous health of facility automation infrastructure. The source job materials also describe onsite work and occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.
Why Oracle Cloud Infrastructure?
Global impact at scale: Contribute directly to how mission-critical OCI data centers operate across regions and continents, influencing infrastructure reliability, security, sustainability, and long-term capacity growth.
Technically rigorous environment: Work alongside experienced engineers, automation specialists, and compliance teams in a rapidly scaling hyperscale cloud infrastructure, where disciplined execution and technical depth matter.
Culture built on operational excellence: Join an organization that values safety, process rigor, clear accountability, and continuous improvement as foundational to protecting uptime and customer trust.
Long-term career development: Benefit from internal mobility, role-based technical training, and development opportunities designed for professionals building long-term careers in cloud infrastructure and facilities operations.
Disclaimer:
Certain US customer or client-facing roles may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunization and occupational health mandates.
Range and benefit information provided in this posting are specific to the stated locations only
US: Hiring Range in USD from: $87,000 to $178,100 per annum. May be eligible for bonus and equity.
Oracle maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect Oracle's differing products, industries and lines of business.
Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity.
Oracle US offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion
Short term disability and long term disability
Life insurance and AD&D
Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts
Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits
401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match
Paid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation.
11 paid holidays
Paid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours.
Paid parental leave
Adoption assistance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Financial planning and group legal
Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance
The role will generally accept applications for at least three calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted.
Career Level - IC3
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