Data Center Commissioning Engineer

Garmac Limited LLC; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 128,943,000 - 157,597,000; Full time

Job summary

Garmac Limited LLC seeks entry-level Data Center Commissioning Engineer to join a small field team in Montgomery, AL. The role focuses on commissioning electrical and mechanical control systems and supporting field activities on a large-scale data center program.

The ideal candidate has a BS in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or related field, is comfortable with a multimeter, and is eager to learn. Work is on-site Monday–Friday with travel options as needed and potential advancement to a

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Technology preferred; hands-on controls experience welcomed.
• Comfortable using a multimeter and basic measurement tools.
• Exposure to major PLC platforms (Schneider, Rockwell, Siemens) is a plus.
• Field work 8+ hours daily on an active construction site; 45-hour weeks (Mon-Fri).
• Coachable and eager to learn with training provided.

Responsibilities

• Commission and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical control systems (HVAC, chillers, fans, power distribution).
• I/O troubleshooting on hardwired points and network communications (Modbus/BACnet).
• Interpret sketches, diagrams and control schematics; assist with graphics integration.
• Make basic PLC edits under lead engineer supervision (Schneider, Rockwell, Siemens).
• Document issues clearly and work within a small field team.

Skills

Multimeter

PLC platforms

Modbus/BACnet

Electrical/Mechanical background

Field work

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Technology

Tools

Schneider Electric PLC

Rockwell PLC

Siemens PLC

Job description

Job Description

Job DescriptionData Center Commissioning Engineer

Montgomery, AL | On-site | Contract-to-hire | $45–55/hr

Seeking controls and automation contractor responsible for commissioning electrical and mechanical systems on a large-scale, multiyear data center program in Montgomery, AL. We are hiring entry-level Commissioning Engineers to support a small field team with a defined advancement path into a Project Engineer role.

What you’ll do

• Commission and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical control systems, including HVAC equipment, chillers, fan arrays, and power distribution systems
• Perform I/O troubleshooting on hardwired points and network communications, including Modbus registerlevel diagnostics
• Interpret oneline diagrams, network architecture drawings, and control schematics
• Assist with graphics integration on Ignition and AVEVA System Platform
• Download, verify, and make basic PLC program edits under the direction of a lead engineer (Schneider Electric, function block diagram)
• Document issues clearly, elevate appropriately, and work under a lead within a small field team

What we’re looking for

• BS in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Engineering Technology preferred; technicians with strong handson controls experience will also be considered
• Comfortable using a multimeter
• Exposure to any major PLC platform (Schneider, Rockwell, Siemens) is a plus
• Familiarity with Modbus or BACnet is a plus
• Able to perform field work 8+ hours per day on an active construction site; standard 45hour workweeks, Monday through Friday
• Coachable, motivated, and eager to learn—we will train the right candidate

Schedule & Logistics

On-site Monday through Friday, 45hour standard workweeks. Weekends and holidays are paid at 1.5x. Travel rotation options are available (10 on / 4 off, or 2week deployments with 6 days home).