Commissioning Engineer - Booths & Ovens

Dürr AG; Southfield (MI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Dürr AG in Michigan is seeking a Paint Shop Booth & Oven Commissioning Engineer to lead commissioning, balancing, and validation of paint booths and curing ovens across North America.

You will perform baselines, balancing, airflow profiling, and temperature uniformity tests, diagnose issues, develop plans with project teams, document readings, and provide on-site support. Travel ~75% and a focus on safety and quality are essential.

Qualifications

• Willing to travel up to 75% across North America.
• Technical degree or equivalent hands-on engineering experience.
• Experience with automotive paint shop equipment, ventilation systems, or thermal processing equipment.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, P&IDs, and equipment specifications.
• Strong problem-solving and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Commission, balance, and validate paint booths and ovens using calibrated instruments.
• Execute booth balancing, oven balancing, airflow profiling, and temperature uniformity tests.
• Diagnose and resolve performance issues during startup and ramp-up.
• Develop commissioning plans and schedules with project management and engineering teams.
• Document readings, test results, and corrective actions.
• Support startup, debug, and extended on-site assistance as required.
• Identify opportunities for system optimizations.
• Participate in site coordination meetings, safety programs, and quality initiatives.

Skills

Travel readiness

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings

Documentation

Cross-functional coordination

SAP knowledge

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent hands-on experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

Your Tasks:

• As a Paint Shop Booth & Oven Commissioning Engineer, you will play a critical role in bringing advanced automotive paint shop systems to life. You will lead the commissioning, balancing, and validation of paint booths and curing ovens to ensure optimal performance, safety, and compliance. This role combines hands‑on technical expertise, problem‑solving, and collaboration in fast‑paced, project‑based environments across North America.

• Commission, balance, and validate automotive paint booths and curing ovens using calibrated instruments (e.g., manometers, anemometers, temperature probes).
• Execute booth baselines, booth balancing, oven balancing, airflow profiling, and temperature uniformity testing.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, and control‑related performance issues during startup and ramp‑up.
• Develop and implement commissioning plans and schedules in coordination with project management and engineering teams.
• Document all readings, test results, and corrective actions in approved formats and detailed commissioning reports.
• Ensure systems meet design specifications, regulatory standards, and safety requirements.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, controls engineers, senior site leadership, and customer personnel.
• Support startup, debug, and extended on‑site assistance as required.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and recommend system optimizations.
• Participate in site coordination meetings, safety programs, and quality initiatives.
• Provide customer support, standby assistance, and post‑startup troubleshooting as needed.

Your Skills:

• Willingness to travel extensively (estimated 75%) and work overtime, weekends, or holidays as required.
• Technical degree or equivalent hands‑on experience in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering.
• Experience with automotive paint shop equipment, industrial ventilation systems, or thermal processing equipment.
• Strong understanding of airflow dynamics, heat transfer, combustion systems, and controls.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, P&IDs, and equipment specifications.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues independently in customer‑site environments.
• Strong organizational, time management, and technical documentation skills.
• Clear verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with cross‑functional teams.
• Adaptability and willingness to learn in dynamic, project‑driven environments.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of SAP is a plus