Data Center Controls Engineer

Anthropic

Friendly Travel Required, CA

Full Time

Posted February 6, 2026

$320k - $405k

Remote

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Job Description

$320,000

Key Responsibilities

Anthropic is seeking an experienced Datacenter Controls Engineer to join our Datacenter Infrastructure team. In this role, you will design, implement, and optimize control systems that support our global datacenter infrastructure, enabling the reliable operation of AI at scale.
You will work on cutting-edge control systems managing critical datacenter operations including liquid cooling systems (CDUs/CDMs), HVAC, electrical power monitoring systems, and building automation systems. This position requires both technical depth in industrial automation and the ability to collaborate across disciplines to deliver integrated solutions for high-density AI compute infrastructure.

Requirements

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
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
Experience bridging cloud orchestration systems with facility-level power controls and load management (e.g., DCIM, BMS, EPMS)
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