Automation & Control Systems Commissioning Engineer

Overview

Automation & Control Systems Commissioning Engineer
Location:
Project-Based / On-Site Opportunities Available

Ready to play a critical role in bringing large-scale industrial facilities to life? Our client is seeking an experienced ACS Commissioning Engineer to support the start-up and commissioning of advanced automation and control systems in complex, high-impact environments. This is a hands-on role at the center of commissioning activities, offering exposure to cutting-edge control technologies and collaboration with top-tier engineering teams.

• Lead and support Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) for DCS, PLC, and SIS systems alongside vendors and commissioning teams
• Validate control logic, interlocks, alarms, and network configurations to ensure system readiness
• Execute loop checks and signal verification from field instrumentation through control system I/O
• Support function testing of critical process equipment, utilities, and safety systems
• Troubleshoot control system issues during startup, tuning, and commissioning
• Maintain accurate commissioning documentation, punch lists, and as-built records
• Interface closely with instrumentation technicians, vendors, and operations teams on-site

• 3–7+ years of hands-on commissioning experience in industrial, energy, or gas processing facilities
• Strong working knowledge of DCS and PLC platforms (Rockwell, Siemens, Emerson)
• Proficiency interpreting P&IDs, I/O lists, control narratives, loop diagrams, and wiring drawings
• Solid understanding of field instrumentation, signal types, calibration, and control system safety
• Experience with TCP/IP networking in industrial control environments

• OEM control system training (Rockwell, Siemens, Emerson, ABB, or similar)
• Familiarity with SIS standards such as IEC 61511 or ISA 84
• Must be willing to work a 2-week on, 2-week off, rotation to Alaska

This role offers the chance to work on mission-critical facilities, sharpen your commissioning expertise, and collaborate with highly skilled automation professionals in a fast-paced, technically challenging environment. If you thrive in the field, enjoy solving complex control system problems, and want to see your work come to life at startup—this is the opportunity for you.

Take the next step in your automation and controls career.

To comply with some state laws, the annual base salary range for this position has been provided. The range given is broad and should be considered as a guideline only. Our client will consider a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, the salaries of current employees in similar roles, and other factors when extending an offer.

Job reference: 6742