Controls Engineer

ON.energy

$90K — $110K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of hands-on experience with Siemens PLC platforms (TIA Portal, S7-1500 / S7-1200)
  • Proven background in commissioning or support of industrial control systems
  • Strong grasp of PLC-based control architectures and operational technology (OT) systems
  • Experience with integration of PLCs and communication with EMS, SCADA, PCS, and BMS systems
  • Ability to troubleshoot across controls, networking, and software domains
  • Capacity to work effectively under pressure in fast-paced environments
  • Willingness to travel for project deployments and commissioning tasks

Responsibilities

  • Deploy and configure Siemens PLC-based control systems for BESS projects
  • Support commissioning with system bring-up and integration testing
  • Troubleshoot PLC logic, communication, and I/O problems
  • Integrate PLCs with various systems including EMS and SCADA
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to streamline deployment processes
  • Assist in factory and field acceptance testing activities
  • Review control system documentation and validate configurations

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Paid time off and company holidays
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Growth with a mission-driven team in clean energy
Full Job Description
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 (6-12 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 #LI-JW1 For US-based roles - What you'll 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 you'll 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 • Benefits vary by role and location and are subject to change.

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