Deployment Engineer-Energy Management System

ON.energy is setting the standard for large load interconnection. ON’s patented AI UPS™ is a medium-voltage UPS that serves as a firewall, protecting the data center from the grid, and the grid from the data center. With multiple gigawatts currently under construction, we are enabling grid-safe data centers. Location: Atlanta (remote) or Houston (hybrid) with up to 40% travel to project sites as needed. Role Overview The EMS Deployment Engineer is responsible for deploying, configuring, and supporting Ignition-based Energy Management Systems (EMS) for utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects. This role plays a critical part in commissioning, ensuring reliable system visibility, control, data flow, and integration between EMS, PLCs, PCS, BMS, and site networks. Key Responsibilities - Deploy, configure, and support Ignition-based EMS/SCADA platforms for BESS projects - Support commissioning activities including EMS bring-up, system integration testing, SAT, and early operational support - Configure Ignition gateways, tags, UDTs, alarms, historian, and visualization components - Integrate EMS with Siemens PLCs, PCS, BMS, meters, protection relays, and site networks - Support data acquisition, control workflows, and site-level dashboards for commissioning and operations - Troubleshoot EMS, data, and communications issues under commissioning timelines - Collaborate closely with Controls Engineers, Network Engineers, Deployment Engineers, and Field Commissioning teams - Support FATs, site commissioning, and handover to Service and Operations teams - Assist in developing standardized EMS templates, screen sets, tag models, and deployment procedures - Review and validate EMS documentation, configurations, and as-built deliverables - Travel to project sites during deployment and commissioning phases as required Required Qualifications - Hands-on experience deploying and supporting Ignition (Inductive Automation) in OT or industrial environments - Experience configuring tags, UDTs, alarms, historians, and visualization in Ignition - Experience integrating EMS/SCADA platforms with PLCs and field devices - Strong understanding of OT systems and industrial communications - Ability to troubleshoot across EMS, controls, and networking boundaries - Comfortable working in fast-paced commissioning environments with evolving requirements - Willingness to travel to project sites as required - Direct, hands-on Ignition deployment experience is required. - Ability to travel to project sites 30-40% as needed. Preferred Experience - Experience with utility-scale BESS, renewables, power generation, or substation environments - Familiarity with Siemens PLCs and Modbus TCP / IEC 61850 (high-level understanding) - Experience supporting commissioning teams on live sites - Knowledge of OT cybersecurity fundamentals - Experience working with EPCs, OEMs, and customer stakeholders What Success Looks Like (First 6–12 Months) - Ignition-based EMS systems are deployed reliably across new BESS projects - Commissioning timelines are supported through stable EMS visibility and control - EMS-related issues are identified and resolved quickly during site bring-up - EMS configurations become more standardized and repeatable across projects - Field, commissioning, and service teams trust this role as the EMS authority #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 - Equal Opportunity: ON.energy is committed to equal employment opportunity and to maintaining a work environment free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation. - Benefits vary by role and location and are subject to change. Agency Notice: ON.energy does not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies, search firms, or third-party recruiters. Resumes submitted without a fully executed Master Services Agreement (MSA) and a written request from an authorized member of our Talent Acquisition team will be considered the property of ON.energy. No placement fees or compensation will be paid for unsolicited candidate submissions.