ON.energy
Controls Engineer
Atlanta
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 24 days ago
PLCControlsCommunicationSCADA
About the role
- 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.
- Role Summary The Controls Engineer is responsible for deploying, configuring, and supporting control systems for utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects.
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)
- 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
- Field and commissioning teams trust this role as a key technical partner
Requirements
- Strong understanding of PLC-based control architectures and OT systems
- Experience with utility-scale BESS, power generation, renewables, or substation environments
Nice to have
- Atlanta area is preferred.
- Role will require travel to projects sites.
- 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.
- 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
- Travel to project sites during deployment and commissioning phases as required
- Required Experience & Skills
Compensation
- Competitive salary + annual performance-based bonus eligibility
Benefits
- Competitive salary + annual performance-based bonus eligibility
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Competitive salary + annual performance bonus eligibility
- Major medical expenses and life insurance
- Paid time off and holidays (per local policy)
- Benefits vary by role and location and are subject to change.
Equal opportunity
- ON.energy 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 recruitment@onenergystorage.com
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