Job Information
Anthropic PBC Data Center Controls Engineer in San Francisco, California
Responsibilities
System Architecture and Integration
Design and implement multi-site controls architecture across Anthropic's global datacenter facilities
Define network topology, redundancy, and high-availability requirements for control nodes and servers
Develop and maintain standardized frameworks for BACnet, Modbus TCP/IP, OPC-UA, MQTT, and SNMP communication layers
Ensure integration between control systems and enterprise networks while maintaining security boundaries and compliance with cybersecurity frameworks for industrial control systems
Control System Design and Implementation
Define, design, develop, and implement control systems for datacenter mechanical, electrical, and building management systems with focus on AI compute environments
Develop SCADA/BMS applications using platforms including Ignition, Niagara/Tridium, or similar HMI/supervisory systems
Select and specify instrumentation including sensors, transmitters, actuators, and control valves for liquid cooling loops, power distribution, and environmental monitoring
Data Collection and Visualization
Architect and supervise deployment of centralized telemetry systems capable of storing high-resolution time-series data from power, thermal, and environmental sensors
Develop intuitive dashboards and visualization layers using Ignition SCADA, Grafana, or comparable frameworks for facilities, operations, and engineering teams
Leverage control systems to enable performance insights, fault detection, and predictive maintenance capabilities
Construction Integration and Documentation
Participate in new design and construction projects to ensure controls and BMS standards are embedded from design through commissioning
Define and review controls and instrumentation specifications in architectural and MEP packages
Create comprehensive technical documentation including PandIDs, control narratives, sequence of operations, and commissioning procedures
Validate installed systems during commissioning for proper network configuration, protocol compatibility, and data visibility
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Controls, Mechanical, Computer) or equivalent practical experience
7+ years of experience in control systems design and implementation for industrial automation, building automation, or datacenter systems
Deep familiarity with industrial communication protocols: BACnet, Modbus TCP/IP, OPC-UA, MQTT, SNMP, Ethernet-IP
Experience with instrumentation selection, control panel design, and control system integration
Working knowledge of network architecture including subnets, VLANs, firewall rules, and IP management
Strong documentation skills and ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
Preferred Qualifications
10+ years in datacenter, critical facilities, or mission-critical infrastructure environments
Experience with liquid cooling systems including CDUs, CDMs, and cooling tower control systems
Background in high-density rack integration environments and AI/ML compute infrastructure
Experience designing or deploying BMS/SCADA systems such as Ignition, Niagara/Tridium, Wonderware, or similar
Strong background in database integration (SQL Server, InfluxDB, PostgreSQL, TimescaleDB) and data logging architecture
Proficiency in Python or scripting for automation/configuration within SCADA/BMS frameworks
Experience deploying multi-site redundant controls servers with high-availability requirements
Professional Engineering (PE) license or vendor certifications (Schneider, Rockwell, Siemens)
Knowledge of relevant codes and standards: ASHRAE, NFPA, IEEE, ISA
Familiarity with Grafana, Node-RED, Ignition Perspective, or equivalent visualization tools
Experi nce bridging cloud orchestration systems with facility-level power controls and load management (e.g., DCIM, BMS, EPMS)
The annual compensation range for this role is listed below.
For sales roles, the range provided is the roles On Target Earnings ("OTE") range, meaning that the range includes both the sales commissions/sales bonuses target and annual base salary for the role.
Annual Salary:
$320,000-$405,000USD
Logistics
Education requirements:We require at least a Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.**
Location-based hybrid policy:**Currently, we expect all staff to be in one of our offices at least 25% of the time. However, some ro