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Senior Controls Engineer

Nashville, TN · On-site +1

$115K - $155K/yr

Lead onsite and remote startup and commissioning activities, including development and execution of ... solar PV systems, protective relays, and switchgear * Thorough understanding of industrial ...

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As of Jun 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote solar in Tennessee is $39.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $32.74 and $53.89 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Remote Solar job?

A Remote Solar job involves working in the solar energy industry from a remote location, often handling tasks like system design, sales, customer support, or project management. These roles can include researching solar solutions, assisting clients with installations, or managing solar energy projects virtually. Many remote solar jobs require knowledge of renewable energy, technical skills, or sales expertise.

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To excel in a Remote Solar position, you should have experience in solar energy systems, site assessment, and project management, typically backed by a background in renewable energy or electrical engineering. Familiarity with solar design software (e.g., Aurora Solar), CRM platforms, and relevant certifications such as NABCEP are often expected. Strong communication, self-motivation, and problem-solving skills are crucial for remote collaboration and customer engagement. These competencies are vital for delivering successful solar solutions and maintaining high-quality service in a distributed work environment.

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Senior Controls Engineer

Generac

Nashville, TN • On-site, Remote

$115K - $155K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 10 days ago


Generac Power Systems rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 64 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

288th of 417 rated machine equipment manufacturers


Job description

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most.

For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future.


Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?


The Senior Controls Engineer serves as the technical lead for advanced microgrid control system projects within the Generac Microgrid Controls Team. This role owns projects endtoend-from sales handover through system development, commissioning, and ongoing operational support-while balancing handson technical execution with process improvement and crossfunctional collaboration.

This position plays a critical role in supporting a growing portfolio of microgrid projects, including live customer systems, and requires strong accountability, technical depth, and comfort operating in customerfacing, highpressure environments. In addition to project delivery, the Senior Controls Engineer contributes to team performance by mentoring peers, supporting knowledge sharing, and helping evolve project execution standards and processes. The role can be based anywhere in US or Canada and includes 30-40% travel for onsite commissioning activities.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the technical lead for advanced microgrid control system projects from sales handover through commissioning and ongoing support

  • Plan, develop, implement, test, and troubleshoot microgrid control systems to ensure successful project delivery

  • Lead onsite and remote startup and commissioning activities, including development and execution of commissioning test plans

  • Provide highlevel technical support for inprogress projects and operating microgrid systems, including triage and resolution of customer issues

  • Partner crossfunctionally with Controls Engineering, Service, Commissioning, and Sales teams to deliver strong customer outcomes

  • Balance handson project execution with continuous improvement of project processes, standards, and quality

  • Mentor and support team members through technical guidance, knowledge sharing, and collaboration

  • Communicate project status, challenges, and progress clearly to internal stakeholders and customers

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering

  • 5 + years' experience with programming Industrial controls, PLC's, HMI's and Industrial communication protocols

  • Formalized training and/or education in Industrial Automation, Engineering, Computer Science or MIS

Preferred Qualifications

  • 5 + years' experience with three-phase AC power system controls and automation

  • 5 + years' experience with controls and automation of generators, energy storage systems, solar PV systems, protective relays, and switchgear

  • Thorough understanding of industrial communication protocols, primarily Modbus RTU/TCP and DNP3

  • Advanced technical understanding of power control philosophy in voltage-forming and voltage-following applications

  • Experience managing technical projects through the full lifecycle, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, commissioning, close-out, and support

Great Reasons to work for Generac:

  • Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision,401kand many more

  • State-of-the-artfacility with an onsite gym, walking trails, cafe, freeparkingand manyemployeeactivities

  • Scheduled events throughout the year that allow our employees, both current and retirees, togather togetherand enjoy their time with their families and co-workers

  • Pride! When a storm strikes, Generac employees always rise to the occasion. Each time a storm hits,many employees volunteer their time with the customer support team or on the production line,while others go right intostorm-affected areas to repair generators

  • Make a positive impact. Generac has always been community-minded and dedicated to giving back.The company proudlyoffersa Volunteer Time Off program,invitingteam members toparticipateincharitable volunteer opportunities on company time.

  • We believe in having fun. From minor celebrations to major events, our employees balance their work by building a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration through a variety of occasions, including our Fun Days.

Generac is committed to fair andequitablecompensation practices.The salary range for this role based in Fort Collins, Colorado is $115,000 USD- $155,000 USD. This compensation willultimately bein line with the location in which the position is filled.Final compensation for this role will bedeterminedbyvarious factorssuch as a candidate's relevant work experience, skills,certificationsand geographic location.This role is eligible for variablecompensationincludingshort-termand long-term incentives.

This position includes a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans; life, long-term disability, flexible spending and health savings accounts,accruedpaid time off, 8 paid Holidays and 401(k) retirement benefits."

"We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law."


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