Deployment Engineer

ON.energy is seeking a Deployment Engineer in Alpharetta, GA, responsible for preparing and validating BESS control and EMS systems before shipment. The role involves hands-on factory work, collaborating with engineering teams, and ensuring systems are site-ready to minimize commissioning risks. Candidates should have experience in deploying industrial systems, with strong troubleshooting skills. The position requires on-site presence 3-4 days a week, indicating a hybrid work model.
ON.energy is building the power infrastructure that makes the AI era possible. As AI demand surges past what the grid and traditional data centers can support, ON.energy provides a new class of power technology proven at gigawatt scale and trusted by the world’s leading cloud and AI companies. Our systems are already deployed across 2.5 GW of hyper-scale campuses, validated by top U.S. national labs, and certified for grid-safe operation by major utilities. With real products in the field, we’re scaling faster than the grid can, transforming power from a bottleneck into a competitive advantage for the companies building the future.

Location: Alpharetta area, Hybrid on-site 3-4 days per week.

Role Overview

The Deployment Engineer is responsible for preparing, configuring, and validating BESS control, network, and EMS systems prior to shipment to project sites. This role ensures systems arrive site-ready, reducing commissioning risk, minimizing field rework, and accelerating site bring-up.

This position is factory-focused and hands-on, working closely with engineering, controls, EMS, and commissioning teams to deliver fully validated systems before field deployment.

Key Responsibilities



Perform factory pre-deployment of BESS systems, including controls, EMS, networking, and system configurationConfigure and validate system components prior to shipment (PLCs, EMS, network devices, gateways, firmware, and software)Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) activities and ensure systems meet commissioning readiness requirementsValidate system configurations, versions, and integration points prior to site deploymentIdentify and resolve issues early to prevent downstream field and commissioning delaysCollaborate with Controls Engineers, EMS Deployment Engineers, Network Engineers, and Engineering teamsDevelop and execute pre-deployment checklists, validation steps, and sign-off proceduresDocument system configurations, versions, and factory-validated statesSupport continuous improvement of factory pre-deployment standards and processesProvide limited field support during commissioning as needed to ensure continuity between factory and site execution

Required Qualifications

Experience supporting deployment, integration, or commissioning of OT or industrial systemsHands-on experience configuring and validating control systems, EMS/SCADA, or industrial networksStrong understanding of system integration across controls, networking, and software domainsAbility to follow and improve structured deployment and validation processesComfortable working in fast-paced production or factory environmentsStrong troubleshooting and attention to detailWillingness to travel occasionally to support commissioning or site bring-up as needed

Preferred Experience

Experience with utility-scale BESS, renewables, or power generation systems in Linux CLI environmentFamiliarity with Siemens PLCs, Ignition EMS, and industrial networking conceptsExperience supporting FATs or factory integration activitiesExperience working alongside commissioning and field deployment teamsBackground bridging engineering design and field execution

What Success Looks Like (First 6–12 Months)

Systems arrive on site in a validated, deployment-ready stateCommissioning timelines improve due to reduced rework and configuration issuesFactory-identified issues prevent downstream site delaysPre-deployment processes become standardized and repeatableField and commissioning teams trust factory outputs and documentation

For US-based Roles - What You’ll Get

Competitive salary + annual performance-based bonus eligibilityMedical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) with company matchPaid time off and company holidays

For Mexico-based Roles - What You’ll Get

Competitive salary + annual performance bonus eligibilityChristmas Bonus (Aguinaldo): 30 daysMajor medical expenses and life insurancePaid time off and holidays (per local policy)

For All Roles

Professional development and growth opportunitiesOpportunity to grow with a mission-driven team shaping the future of clean energyEqual Opportunity: ON.energy is committed to equal employment opportunity and to maintaining a work environment free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation.Accommodations: If you need an accommodation during the application process, email recruitment@onenergystorage.comBenefits vary by role and location and are subject to change.