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Overnight Substation Commissioning Engineer Jobs in Decatur, GA

Controls Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$80K - $103K/yr

This role is central to commissioning success, ensuring reliable operation and integration of ... substation environments Familiarity with EMS platforms and grid-interactive systems Experience ...

Owner's Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site +1

$79K - $105K/yr

... commissioning phases. * Ensure the constructability, reliability, and safety of substation physical ... Professional Engineer license is a plus but not required Experience: * 15+ years of progressive ...

Owner's Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site +1

$79K - $105K/yr

... commissioning phases. * Ensure the constructability, reliability, and safety of substation physical ... Professional Engineer license is a plus but not required Experience: * 15+ years of progressive ...

Design and configure substation automation systems using MicroSCADA. * Develop communication ... Support FAT, SAT, and commissioning activities on-site and remotely. * Troubleshoot and optimize ...

... engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other ... Lead and manage all civil work at substation and transmission line sites, ensuring compliance with ...

... engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other ... Lead and manage all civil work at substation and transmission line sites, ensuring compliance with ...

Field Service Engineer

Tucker, GA · On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

What You'll Do⚙ Installation & Commissioning * Lead installation and startup of advanced systems ... Field-based role with occasional overnight travel * Flexible schedule to support client needs and ...

Appr Equip Install

Forest Park, GA

$17.50 - $20.50/hr

Assembly, processing, and commissioning of transformers in a timely manner, including testing of ... substation construction skills * All construction jobs require extended overnight stays and travel ...

Appr Equip Install

Forest Park, GA · On-site

$17.50 - $20.50/hr

Assembly, processing, and commissioning of transformers in a timely manner, including testing of ... substation construction skills * All construction jobs require extended overnight stays and travel ...

Appr Equip Install

Forest Park, GA

$17.50 - $20.50/hr

Assembly, processing, and commissioning of transformers in a timely manner, including testing of ... substation construction skills * All construction jobs require extended overnight stays and travel ...

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As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for overnight substation commissioning engineer in Decatur, GA is $110,937.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $96,200.00 and $122,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Controls Engineer

ON.energy

Atlanta, GA • On-site

$80K - $103K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago


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

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