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Staff Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

CrusoeDenver, CO - USDigital Infrastructure Group (DIG)
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Salary
$148K - $170K USD
Job type
Full-time
Posted
28 Aug 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Crusoe is seeking a full-time Staff Instrumentation & Controls Engineer based in Denver, Colorado, to provide campus-level leadership for building and power monitoring systems. This onsite role is ideal for an experienced professional ready to direct mission-critical infrastructure controls and mentor engineering talent.

Role Overview

The Staff Instrumentation & Controls Engineer provides vital campus-level leadership for Building Management Systems and Electrical Power Monitoring Systems within mission-critical facilities. This position oversees a multi-building campus, acts as the primary technical contact for critical client discussions, and guides the professional development of engineers and technicians. The work encompasses both mechanical controls like HVAC automation and cooling plant performance, alongside electrical monitoring functions such as power quality, energy metering, and PUE tracking.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the controls architecture and execution for specific tenant programs and associated buildings to align with operational goals.
Draft, develop, and maintain enterprise control standards, including PLC code, SCADA UDT primitives, networking approaches, and protocol methodologies.
Review design deliverables from internal and external partners for strict compliance with established control architectures.
Offer technical support and guidance to tangential departments for smooth system lifecycles and handoffs.
Evaluate complex tenant requirements to drive technical consensus and compliance across global projects.
Manage project deviations by analyzing potential impacts, evaluating risks, and communicating findings to the team.
Weigh control system capabilities to optimize facility resiliency and performance.
Serve as the primary technical point of contact for clients using professional communication skills.
Mentor and manage junior to senior engineers and technicians through structured on-the-job training covering BMS and EPMS fundamentals.

Requirements

Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in Instrumentation & Controls across Building Automation Systems and Power Monitoring or SCADA systems within data centers or large industrial facilities.
Comprehensive understanding of MEP technical documentation, mechanical P&IDs, sequences of operation, electrical one-lines, points lists, and asset documentation.
A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Systems Engineering, or equivalent extensive field experience.
Proven expertise and hands-on capability across major controls platforms, with strong working knowledge of Allen-Bradley PLCs and Ignition SCADA Perspective.
Demonstrated ability to make sound, independent professional decisions.
Strong interpersonal and client-facing communication skills for explaining technical strategies and project requirements.

Nice to Have

Deep, hands-on experience utilizing Ignition and Rockwell automation platforms.
Experience designing or supporting MQTT-based Unified Namespace architectures.
Extended career tenure in high-availability data centers or advanced power generation.
Experience supporting commissioning programs from level 3 to level 5 at a campus scale.
Tangential background in facility operations or maintenance providing a full-lifecycle view of industrial control systems.

Skills and Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs
Ignition SCADA Perspective
Building Management Systems (BMS)
Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS)
Mechanical P&IDs and Electrical One-Lines
MQTT-based Unified Namespace architectures

Salary and Benefits

Annual compensation ranging from $148,000 to $170,000 plus bonus.
Restricted Stock Units included in all offers.
Health insurance packages including HDHP and PPO, vision, and dental options for employees and dependents.
Employer contributions to HSA accounts.
Paid Parental Leave.
Paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability.
Teladoc services and a subscription to the Calm app.
401(k) retirement plan with a 100% match up to 4% of salary.
Generous paid time off and holiday schedules.
Cell phone reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, MetLife Legal plan, and a $300 per month commuter benefit.

About the Company

Crusoe operates as a vertically integrated artificial intelligence infrastructure company built to power ambitious AI workloads from energy sources to digital tokens. The organization takes an energy-first approach to solve boundless AI compute demands while advancing innovation.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should visit the official Crusoe careers page to submit an application for this position.

Questions candidates ask

What is the salary range for the Staff Instrumentation & Controls Engineer?

The compensation ranges from $148,000 to $170,000 annually, plus bonuses and Restricted Stock Units.

Where is this job located?

This position is located in Denver, Colorado, and is an onsite role.

What qualifications are required for education and experience?

Candidates must have 8+ years of instrumentation and controls experience alongside a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Systems Engineering, or equivalent extensive field experience.

What platforms must candidates have working knowledge of?

Candidates need strong working knowledge of Allen-Bradley PLCs and Ignition SCADA Perspective.

What benefits are provided with this role?

Benefits include health insurance, HSA contributions, 401(k) matching up to 4%, paid parental leave, PTO, tuition reimbursement, commuter benefits, and more.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Crusoe careers page.

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