Controls Validation & Commissioning Technician

Atlas Copco; Village of Voorheesville (NY); On-site; USD 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus opportunity

Comprehensive medical

Dental

Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Atlas Copco Group in Voorheesville, NY is seeking a Controls Checkout Technician to ensure control system hardware and software are calibrated, tested, and configured to project specifications before delivery.

You will inspect instruments, read wiring diagrams, load PLC software, troubleshoot, and support commissioning activities alongside engineering teams. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and delivering high-quality solutions to customers.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in controls, instrumentation, electronics, electrical maintenance, or related field.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams, process drawings, schematics and electrical blueprints.
• Strong computer proficiency and capacity to learn control system software and testing tools.
• Attention to detail and adherence to standardized procedures.
• Good communication and teamwork skills, with a safety-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, calibrate, and test control system hardware and software to verify proper operation.
• Verify instruments, tubing, valves, wiring, and electrical devices against drawings and specifications.
• Load and validate PLC software, assist with troubleshooting, and support commissioning activities.
• Calibrate sensors and control devices to meet project requirements.
• Support customer-witnessed testing and collaborate with engineering and programming teams.
• Work independently and as part of a team to ensure quality, safety, and on-time completion.

Skills

Reading wiring diagrams

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Reliability

Safety mindset

Communication

Tools

Allen Bradley PLC hardware & software

Job description

Atlas Copco Group in Voorheesville, NY is seeking a Controls Checkout Technician to ensure control system hardware and software are calibrated, tested, and configured to project specifications before delivery.

You will inspect instruments, read wiring diagrams, load PLC software, troubleshoot, and support commissioning activities alongside engineering teams. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and delivering high-quality solutions to customers.