Controls Engineer

ON.energy


Job Location:

Atlanta, GA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 10 days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

is building the power infrastructure that makes the AI era possible. As AI demand surges past what the grid and traditional data centers can support provides a new class of power technology proven at gigawatt scale and trusted by the worlds leading cloud and AI companies. Our systems are already deployed across 2.5 GW of hyper-scale campuses validated by top U.S. national labs and certified for grid-safe operation by major utilities. With real products in the field were scaling faster than the grid can transforming power from a bottleneck into a competitive advantage for the companies building the future.

Location: Atlanta area is preferred. Role will require travel to projects sites.

Role Summary
The Controls Engineer is responsible for deploying configuring and supporting control systems for utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects. This role is central to commissioning success ensuring reliable operation and integration of Siemens PLC-based control systems with EMS PCS BMS protection systems and site networks.

Key Responsibilities
Deploy configure and support Siemens PLC-based control systems for BESS projects
Support commissioning activities including system bring-up integration testing and site acceptance testing (SAT)
Troubleshoot PLC logic communications and I/O issues during commissioning and early operations
Integrate PLCs with EMS PCS BMS protection relays meters and SCADA systems
Support communication protocols such as Modbus TCP/RTU IEC 61850 (as applicable) and other OT interfaces
Collaborate closely with Network Engineers Deployment Engineers EMS teams and Field Commissioning teams
Support factory acceptance testing (FAT) and field commissioning activities
Assist with developing standardized PLC configurations templates and commissioning procedures
Review and validate control system documentation drawings and as-built configurations
Travel to project sites during deployment and commissioning phases as required

Required Experience & Skills
Hands-on experience with Siemens PLC platforms (TIA Portal S7-1500 / S7-1200 or similar)
Experience commissioning or supporting industrial control systems in the field
Strong understanding of PLC-based control architectures and OT systems
Experience integrating PLCs with external systems (EMS SCADA PCS BMS protection)
Ability to troubleshoot across controls networking and software boundaries
Comfortable working in fast-paced commissioning environments with time pressure
Willingness to travel to project sites during deployment and commissioning

Preferred Experience
Experience with utility-scale BESS power generation renewables or substation environments
Familiarity with EMS platforms and grid-interactive systems
Experience supporting commissioning teams on live sites
Understanding of cybersecurity considerations in OT environments
Background working alongside EPCs vendors and OEMs

What Success Looks Like (612 Months)
Siemens PLC-based control systems are deployed reliably across new BESS projects
Commissioning timelines are supported through rapid issue resolution and system readiness
Control system integration issues are identified and resolved efficiently
Documentation quality and repeatability improve across deployments
Field and commissioning teams trust this role as a key technical partner

For US-based roles - What youll get:

  • Competitive salary annual performance-based bonus eligibility
  • Medical dental and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off and company holidays

For Mexico-based roles - What youll get:

  • Competitive salary annual performance bonus eligibility
  • Christmas Bonus (Aguinaldo): 30 days
  • Major medical expenses and life insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays (per local policy)

For all roles:

  • Professional development and growth opportunities
  • Opportunity to grow with a mission-driven team shaping the future of clean energy
  • Equal Opportunity: is committed to equal employment opportunity and to maintaining a work environment free of harassment discrimination or retaliation.
  • Accommodations: If you need an accommodation during the application process email
  • Benefits vary by role and location and are subject to change.

Required Experience:

IC

is building the power infrastructure that makes the AI era possible. As AI demand surges past what the grid and traditional data centers can support provides a new class of power technology proven at gigawatt scale and trusted by the worlds leading cloud and AI companies. Our systems are already d...