Locations: Chicago, Illinois • Phoenix, AZ • California • Remote (United States)
Base Salary Range: $105,000 - $190,000 annually

Engineering the Infrastructure Behind Intelligence

At GWx, we believe the infrastructure behind intelligence is just as important as the intelligence itself. We engineer the mission-critical environments that power artificial intelligence, hyperscale data centers, advanced manufacturing, life sciences, semiconductors, and other critical infrastructure.

Our vision is: Shaping a future where intelligence, infrastructure, and humanity advance together.

We are building a different kind of engineering firm defined by accountability, technical excellence, integrity, humility, collaboration, and an ownership mindset.

Position Summary

GWx is seeking a Plumbing Engineer to join our Mission Critical Engineering team. You will design sophisticated plumbing and utility systems for AI campuses, hyperscale data centers, advanced manufacturing facilities, and other mission-critical environments while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams from concept through commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

Automation & Controls Design Leadership

Engineering at GWx is about solving complex problems and delivering long-term value.

• Design Building Automation Systems (BAS), Building Management Systems (BMS), and related control infrastructure

• Develop control diagrams, points lists, sequences of operation, network architectures, and specifications

• Develop control strategies for HVAC, central utility plants, cooling systems, electrical infrastructure, and other critical systems

• Coordinate BAS/BMS integration with EPMS, equipment controls, life-safety systems, and other facility platforms

• Coordinate with architects and all engineering disciplines

• Design systems for reliability, interoperability, maintainability, scalability, and lifecycle performance

Engineering Analysis & Technical Excellence

Engineer facilities that simply cannot fail through intelligent automation.

• Develop and review complex sequences of operation

• Evaluate system architecture, communications networks, control interfaces, and integration requirements

• Review alarm management, trending, monitoring, and reporting strategies

• Support cybersecurity and network segmentation requirements in coordination with technology teams

• Evaluate system redundancy and failure responses

• Support value engineering without compromising reliability or operational visibility

Project Leadership & Delivery

Lead technical execution throughout the project lifecycle.

• Participate in planning, design reviews, controls workshops, and client meetings

• Coordinate with owners, contractors, controls vendors, equipment manufacturers, and multidisciplinary teams

• Review controls submittals and shop drawings

• Respond to RFIs and perform site observations

• Support startup, point-to-point verification, functional performance testing, and Integrated Systems Testing

• Support project managers with schedule and technical coordination

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

• Stay current with emerging automation, controls, analytics, and intelligent building technologies

• Develop controls engineering standards and best practices

• Explore opportunities for advanced analytics, automated fault detection, and intelligent infrastructure

• Share technical knowledge

• Pursue professional certifications

Mentorship & Team Development

• Mentor junior engineers and designers

• Review technical work and sequences of operation

• Promote collaboration and continuous learning

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related discipline

• 4-10+ years of controls, automation, or consulting engineering experience

• Strong understanding of HVAC and building systems

• Experience developing sequences of operation and controls documentation

• Working knowledge of BAS/BMS architecture and communications protocols

• Excellent communication and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain

• Mission Critical/Data Center experience

• Experience with BAS/BMS and EPMS integration

• Knowledge of BACnet, Modbus, TCP/IP, and other building automation protocols

• Experience with central utility plants, high-density cooling systems, and critical electrical infrastructure

• Experience supporting commissioning and Integrated Systems Testing

• Familiarity with cybersecurity principles applicable to operational technology and building controls

Why GWx

Most engineering firms ask you to join a company. We're inviting you to help us build one.

GWx was founded on the belief that the firms engineering tomorrow's most important infrastructure should operate differently. We combine technical excellence with agility, accountability, innovation, collaboration, and an unwavering commitment to people. We believe leadership is measured by service, not titles, and that exceptional professionals build exceptional companies.

At GWx, you won't simply contribute to projects, you'll help shape a company, a culture, and an industry redefining how critical infrastructure is engineered, delivered, and commissioned.

Professional Growth

• Continuing education

• Professional licensure and certification support

• Leadership development

• Mentorship

• Career progression opportunities

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary Range: $105,000 - $190,000 annually

• Annual incentive opportunities

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance

• 401(k)

• Paid Time Off and Holidays

• Flexible work arrangements

• Professional development and licensure/certification support

The anticipated base salary range for this position is provided in good faith and represents GWx's reasonable expectation for compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, technical expertise, professional licensure, certifications, geographic location, project experience, and overall qualifications. This position may also be eligible for annual incentive compensation and other benefits.

Join Us

Help engineer the infrastructure behind intelligence while shaping a future where intelligence, infrastructure, and humanity advance together.