Commissioning Engineer

FORTNA

Commissioning Engineer debugging and validating automation systems throughout the U.S. Engaging in a variety of engineering tasks including system checkouts, leading teams, and client interaction.

Posted 6/30/2026full-timeRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in automation systems, control system design, and electrical engineering principles, with a strong focus on debugging, testing, and validating engineered systems. Proficient in leading commissioning teams and interfacing with clients to ensure project specifications are met.

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Automation System DebuggingControl System DesignPLC ExperienceElectrical Engineering PrinciplesTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

I/O CheckoutSystem Performance TestingVerification and ValidationElectrical Drawing AccuracyVFD KnowledgeHMI ExperienceAutoCAD DesignElectrical AptitudeCommissioning ExperienceUL Requirements Compliance

Soft Skills

Problem ResolutionClient InterfaceTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Rockwell/Allen-BradleySiemensSchneiderWonderwareIgnitionWinCCModicon

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical EngineeringBachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering

Industry Keywords

AutomationControl SystemsElectrical EngineeringCommissioningEngineering CodesElectrical Techniques

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Debug various automation systems
System and I/O Checkout
Support Controls and PLC checkout
Test system performance
Lead teams of commissioning Engineers
Verification and validation of engineered systems to meet design and customer specifications
Interface with clients and subcontractors and resolve problems and issues satisfactorily
Design pre-punched enclosures and subpanels utilizing AutoCAD
Create and update project “workbook,” pre-check electrical drawings for accuracy/completeness, UL requirements prior to installation and material ordering

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience in commissioning related field
1-3 years’ experience in automation, control system design, I/O Checkout
Knowledgeable of electrical and controls engineering theories and principles
Significant electrical aptitude and knowledge of acceptable practices, techniques, and codes
VFD experience with Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Siemens or Schneider is a plus but not required
PLC experience with Rockwell/Allen-Bradley (ControlLogix & CompactLogix), Modicon and Siemens (S7) is a plus but not required
HMI experience with Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Wonderware, Ignition and WinCC is a plus but not required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Safe working practices and awareness of the environment are essential.
Equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, citizenship status.