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AI Controls Solutions Engineer (HVAC Systems)

Phaidra
Location
Remote
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Customer Success
Salary
$95,725 - $143,587
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 5-10 years of work experience as a controls engineer, programmer, or equivalent
  • Expertise in HVAC and Data Center cooling control methodologies and strategies
  • Knowledge of chiller plant fundamentals, configurations, and sequence of operations
  • Understanding of applied thermodynamics for cooling systems, refrigeration systems, and hydronics
  • Experience in controls design engineering or strong working knowledge of industrial and commercial control systems and protocols such as BACnet and Modbus
  • Understanding the applications and control strategies of air side chilled water and direct expansion cooling systems
Nice to have
  • Experience with rapidly prototyping new technologies
  • Experience building, owning, and operating your own codebases/services
  • Experience architecting services within cloud platforms
  • Experience applying AI and ML in controls applications
  • Experience with statistics, analytics, etc.
What the job really is

As an AI Controls Solutions Engineer at Phaidra, you will operationalize and scale AI-powered control systems for enterprise data center customers. Your responsibilities include modeling facilities based on customer needs, collaborating with Data Scientists and Product teams, providing ongoing support for deployed products, and acting as a subject matter expert for customer initiatives. You will also manage documentation and ensure effective communication with both customers and internal teams.

Benefits
  • Fast-paced, team-oriented environment
  • 100% remote work
  • Competitive compensation & meaningful equity
  • Outsized responsibilities & professional development
  • Training is foundational
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Things to weigh
  • 25% travel may be required
  • No specific mention of career advancement opportunities
  • Role involves significant customer interaction which may require strong interpersonal skills
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