General Engineering Technician / Technologist

Axelon Services Corporation; Bowling Green (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Axelon Services Corporation is seeking an experienced commissioning engineer to support the automation of power generation and energy infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include developing commissioning plans, validating PLC/DCS/SCADA systems, and delivering technical briefings to project leadership and cross‑functional teams.

Strong safety focus is essential during energization and high-risk activities.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in power generation or industrial automation.

Responsibilities

• Support commissioning plans, procedures, and automation test protocols.

Skills

Automation systems

Commissioning

PLC/SCADA

Cybersecurity

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

AssetCentre

HMI software

SCADA

Job description

Time

12 hour 7-day on/off rotating shifts

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate advanced technical expertise in automation systems supporting commissioning, startup, and operations for power and energy infrastructure (e.g., BESS, substations, generation assets)
• Apply specialized knowledge to support safe, efficient commissioning and system turnover, including coordination of FAT/SAT activities, systemization, and punch-list closure, while managing costs and field resources
• Support development and execution of commissioning plans, procedures, and automation test protocols
• Prepare and deliver technical briefings, commissioning readiness reviews, and post-event summaries to project leadership and cross-functional teams
• Maintain strong working knowledge of industry standards (NFPA 70E, IEEE, NERC where applicable), commissioning practices, and operational requirements
• Interpret and anticipate project risks, integration issues, and system performance gaps, providing solutions to improve reliability, commissioning efficiency, and long-term operability
• Collaborate with Engineering, Construction, Operations, and OEMs to ensure compliance with design and operational requirements, develop corrective action plans, and support operator training and knowledge transfer
• Serve as a technical lead and custodian for commissioning-related automation standards, including control system configuration requirements, startup and shutdown logic validation, alarm management and SCADA integration, documentation, and turnover packages
• Support cybersecurity initiatives, control system patching, and hardware lifecycle/refresh activities during commissioning and operational transition
• Contribute to the Approved Manufacturer List (AML) by validating automation equipment performance, compatibility, and field lessons learned
• Provide field troubleshooting and real-time support for PLC/DCS/HMI-related issues during energization and startup
• Drive continuous improvement across commissioning processes, incorporating lessons learned into future projects
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma / GED and minimum eight (8) years of progressive experience in power generation, energy infrastructure, commissioning, or industrial automation
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills with safety as the top priority, especially during energization and high-risk commissioning activities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and standard field reporting tools
• Advanced knowledge of enterprise automation systems (e.g., AssetCentre or equivalents) for configuration management, backups, version control, and compliance
• Solid understanding of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Distributed Control Systems (DCS), SCADA systems and HMI interfaces, and communication protocols (Modbus, DNP3, IEC 61850, etc., as applicable)
• Experience supporting commissioning workflows, including system turnover packages, redline validation, and documentation tracking

Preferred Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field