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Staff Instrumentation & Controls Engineer, Deployment

CrusoeChildress, TX - USDigital Infrastructure Group (DIG)
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Salary
$148K - $170K USD
Job type
Full-time
Posted
17 Apr 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

The Staff Instrumentation & Controls Engineer, Deployment position at Crusoe is an on-site full-time role based in Childress, Texas, focused on leading the execution and rollout of automation systems for hyperscale data centers. This opportunity suits an experienced controls professional who wants to bridge engineering designs with physical site deployment in a fast-paced environment.

Role Overview

As a deployment and execution lead for the automation and monitoring infrastructure at Crusoe, this position manages the physical installation and startup of Building Management Systems (BMS), Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS), and SCADA solutions. The professional in this role ensures that cooling, electrical, and monitoring systems operate as a unified fabric to support artificial intelligence workloads efficiently. By translating design specifications into functional environments, the engineer drives global deployment standards and oversees on-site contractor performance.

Key Responsibilities

Direct the field deployment, integration, and startup of automation solutions for BMS and EPMS architectures, linking cooling and electrical systems.
Enforce consistent controls standards and deployment frameworks across multiple construction sites.
Configure SCADA dashboards, operator workstations, and HMIs to grant site personnel clear system visibility.
Manage system integrators during standard point-to-point checkouts and act as the primary escalation contact for automation and network issues.
Configure and troubleshoot networks using communication protocols like BACnet, Modbus, OPC-UA, and MQTT alongside engineering partners.
Perform Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and simulation testing to validate functionality before operational handover.
Optimize control platforms to collect real-time operational data for analysis and mentor junior controls staff.

Requirements

Extensive professional background in the physical integration, startup, and deployment of SCADA, PLC, BMS, and EPMS platforms.
Practical experience executing automation rollouts within data centers or other high-availability industrial settings.
Strong familiarity with industrial control protocols including MQTT, BACnet, Modbus, and OPC-UA.
Practical working knowledge of electrical systems, HVAC equipment, DDC/PLC logic, and industrial automation hardware.
Demonstrated field leadership capabilities to manage deployment timelines and guide construction contractors.
A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or an equivalent academic discipline.

Nice to Have

A Master’s degree in a relevant technical or engineering field.
Professional certifications in specific PLC or SCADA platforms, with a preference for Rockwell and Ignition.
Experience applying industrial cybersecurity best practices to control implementations.
Enthusiasm for using automation to support energy efficiency and sustainability targets.

Skills and Tools

PLC and SCADA platforms (such as Rockwell and Ignition)
BMS and EPMS architecture deployment
Protocols: BACnet, Modbus, OPC-UA, and MQTT
Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)
HVAC and electrical system integration

Salary and Benefits

Annual salary range of $148,000 to $170,000 plus bonus, with exact compensation determined by applicant knowledge, education, abilities, and market alignment
Restricted Stock Units included with all offers
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance with employer HSA contributions
401(k) retirement plan with company match up to 4% of salary
Paid time off, paid holidays, leave programs, and paid parental leave
Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
Professional development, tuition reimbursement, and daily meals allowance
Mental health support, commuter benefits, cell phone stipend, and volunteer time off

About the Company

Crusoe builds and operates vertically integrated AI infrastructure designed to power demanding intelligence workloads with an energy-first approach. The organization owns and manages every layer of the technology stack from power generation to computing tokens, solving power bottlenecks while prioritizing efficiency and sustainability.

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 this role?

The position offers an annual base salary range between $148,000 and $170,000, plus performance bonuses and Restricted Stock Units.

Where is this job located?

This full-time role is located on-site in Childress, Texas.

What educational qualifications are required?

Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related field.

What protocols must the candidate be familiar with?

The role requires deep hands-on familiarity with BACnet, Modbus, OPC-UA, and MQTT communication protocols.

Are there any preferred platform certifications?

Yes, relevant professional certifications in specific PLC or SCADA platforms are a bonus, with Rockwell and Ignition preferred.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Crusoe careers page.

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