Data Center Commissioning Engineer

Garmac Limited LLC; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Garmac Limited LLC in Montgomery, AL seeks an entry-level Data Center Commissioning Engineer to join a small field team on a large-scale data center program. This on-site, contract-to-hire role offers hands-on experience with electrical and mechanical commissioning and growth into a Project Engineer position.

You’ll work with a lead engineer to commission systems, troubleshoot controls and I/O, interpret diagrams, and assist with graphic integrations and PLC edits, while developing essential

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Technology preferred.
• Hands-on controls experience welcomed.
• Willingness to work on an active construction site.
• Comfortable using a multimeter.
• Exposure to PLC platforms is a plus.
• Ability to troubleshoot and document issues clearly.

Responsibilities

• Commission and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical control systems.
• Perform I/O troubleshooting on hardwired points and network communications.
• Interpret oneline diagrams, network architecture drawings, and control schematics.
• Assist with graphics integration on Ignition and AVEVA System Platform.
• Download, verify, and edit PLC programs under the direction of a lead engineer.
• Document issues clearly and escalate when needed.

Skills

Multimeter

I/O Troubleshooting

HVAC Systems

Modbus/BACnet

Electrical Commissioning

Education

BS in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Engineering Technology degree

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).