Commissioning Engineer

Durr Systems LLC; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Dürr Systems, LLC is seeking a seasoned Electrical/Automation Lead to coordinate installation and commissioning at customer sites. You will guide project teams, review drawings, verify installations, and troubleshoot complex electrical systems.

You will travel roughly 90% to client sites, lead safety-focused field activities, and ensure on-time startup and handover of high‑value automated manufacturing systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
• Strong experience with electrical installation, industrial equipment, automated machinery, or plant systems
• Experience commissioning and troubleshooting electrical and controls systems
• Knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, industrial networks, sensors, actuators, and VFDs
• Experience with power-distribution systems and heavy-duty electrical installations
• Ability to read electrical drawings, schematics, specifications, and technical documentation
• Working knowledge of EN 60204-1, UL 508A, NEC, NFPA
• At least three years of supervisory or site leadership experience
• Experience coordinating contractors, skilled trades, customers, and cross-functional project teams
• Understanding of OSHA requirements; OSHA 30 preferred
• Strong communication, organization, documentation, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Willingness to travel ~90% including extended assignments at customer sites
• Lead commissioning of complex, highly automated manufacturing systems
• Work directly with customers, engineering teams, contractors, and global technical experts
• Take ownership of projects from installation through startup and final acceptance
• Solve challenging technical problems in a fast-paced hands-on environment
• Build expertise across electrical systems, industrial automation, and large-scale project execution
• Join a global organization known for delivering advanced manufacturing technology to automotive and industrial customers

Responsibilities

• Coordinate electrical installation and commissioning activities at customer sites
• Partner with Project Management, Engineering, site leadership, contractors, and customers
• Lead site coordination meetings, pre-job walkthroughs, and contractor activities
• Review electrical drawings, specifications, field orders, and installation requirements
• Verify equipment installation and confirm compliance with project specifications and standards
• Perform equipment startup, testing, debugging, and commissioning
• Troubleshoot controls hardware, software, industrial networks, and electrical systems
• Support PLC, HMI, Ethernet, Profinet, sensors, actuators, and power-distribution systems
• Record baseline data, collect performance information, and generate commissioning reports
• Mark up drawings, document field changes, and coordinate required change requests
• Manage punch-list completion, equipment testing, documentation, and final handover
• Coordinate subcontractors and address installation or engineering issues in the field
• Support startup and production activities through successful customer acceptance
• Maintain a strong focus on safety, quality, schedule, and customer satisfaction
• Lead the commissioning of complex automated manufacturing systems
• Work with customers, engineering teams, contractors, and global technical experts
• Take ownership of projects from installation through startup and final acceptance
• Solve challenging technical problems in a fast-paced environment
• Build expertise across electrical systems, industrial automation, and large-scale project execution
• Join Dürr Systems for premium automation solutions

Skills

Electrical installation

Industrial equipment

PLC, HMIs

Reading drawings

Safety standards

Supervisory experience

Troubleshooting

Travel readiness

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

• Coordinate electrical installation and commissioning activities at customer sites
• Partner with Project Management, Engineering, site leadership, contractors, and customers
• Lead site coordination meetings, pre-job walkthroughs, and contractor activities
• Review electrical drawings, specifications, field orders, and installation requirements
• Verify equipment installation and confirm compliance with project specifications and applicable standards
• Perform equipment startup, testing, debugging, and commissioning
• Troubleshoot controls hardware, software, industrial networks, and electrical systems
• Support PLC, HMI, Ethernet, Profinet, sensors, actuators, and power-distribution systems
• Record baseline data, collect performance information, and generate commissioning reports
• Mark up drawings, document field changes, and coordinate required change requests
• Manage punch-list completion, equipment testing, documentation, and final handover
• Coordinate subcontractors and address installation or engineering issues in the field
• Support startup and production activities through successful customer acceptance
• Maintain a strong focus on safety, quality, schedule, and customer satisfaction

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related discipline; equivalent technical training and experience may be considered
• Strong experience with electrical installation, industrial equipment, automated machinery, or plant systems
• Experience commissioning and troubleshooting electrical and controls systems
• Knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, industrial networks, sensors, actuators, and variable-frequency drives
• Experience with power-distribution systems and heavy-duty electrical installations
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, specifications, and technical documentation
• Working knowledge of applicable standards, including EN 60204-1, UL 508A, NEC, and NFPA
• At least three years of supervisory or site‑leadership experience
• Experience coordinating contractors, skilled trades, customers, and cross‑functional project teams
• Understanding of OSHA requirements; OSHA 30 certification preferred
• Strong communication, organization, documentation, and problem‑solving skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Willingness and ability to travel approximately 90%, including extended assignments at customer sites
• Lead the commissioning of complex, highly automated manufacturing systems
• Work directly with customers, engineering teams, contractors, and global technical experts
• Take ownership of projects from installation through startup and final acceptance
• Solve challenging technical problems in a fast‑paced, hands‑on environment
• Build your expertise across electrical systems, industrial automation, and large‑scale project execution
• Join a global organization known for delivering advanced manufacturing technology to leading automotive and industrial customers

Dürr Systems, LLC has been present in the United States since 1970 and operates multiple locations across the United States, including facilities in Michigan and Wisconsin. The largest site is in Southfield, Michigan, which serves as the main centre for operations. Dürr employs people across the country who support a wide range of market segments. Dürr Systems USA plans, builds, and installs complete, state‑of‑the‑art paint shops and final assembly facilities, supported by DXQ, Dürr's digital products suite. The company also offers advanced automated painting, sealing, and gluing application technologies, as well as high‑viscosity material handling solutions. In addition to serving the automotive industry, Dürr Systems provides premium application technology products for the general industry. In the field of electrode manufacturing, Dürr Systems enhances quality, cost efficiency, and speed to market lithium‑ion battery electrode coating through its advanced development and manufacturing coating systems. Committed to innovation, excellence, and customisation solutions, Dürr Systems addresses the diverse needs of its North American customers with precision and reliability.

Dürr Systems, LLC. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. We maintain a drug‑free workplace and perform pre‑employment drug and alcohol testing.

Note to all Staffing Agencies: Dürr has a team of dedicated Human Resources professionals who are responsible for all hiring needs. Our practice is to partner and work with our approved vendors on an as‑needed basis. We do not accept resumes from agencies that are not on our preferred vendor list and have not signed our Recruiting and Permanent Placement Contract. Any resumes submitted from unapproved vendors will be considered unsolicited, and Dürr will not be responsible for any placement fees associated with such candidates.

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