Data Center Commissioning Lead - Remote in US

ABB Inc.; Minnesota; On-site; USD 101,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k with company contributions

Paid holidays

Job summary

ABB is seeking an experienced Site Operations Manager to lead onsite execution, startup, testing, and commissioning of electrical systems in data-center projects across North America. You will coordinate with the Project Manager, manage safety, quality, and scheduling, and serve as the primary ABB onsite contact for clients and subcontractors.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in electrical field service with data center experience, travel readiness, and strong knowledge of commissioning processes

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in electrical equipment field service, startup, testing, or commissioning.
• Experience supporting data center construction or mission-critical electrical infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of commissioning processes, electrical protection systems, and power distribution equipment.
• High school diploma required; advanced electrical or mechanical training preferred.
• Willingness to travel 75% across North America.
• Ability to lead onsite operations in fast-paced, scheduledriven environments.
• Familiarity with engineered solutions including modern digital protection systems and IEC 61850 environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead all onsite activities related to equipment startup, testing, installation, and commissioning per project scope, quality, safety, and schedule.
• Coordinate daily activities with the Project Manager to validate resource readiness, material availability, and milestone alignment.
• Serve as the primary onsite representative for the client and all site stakeholders.
• Plan onsite activities, labor, equipment needs, and commissioning sequences; coordinate with contractors and safety managers.
• Implement ABB's health, safety, and environmental standards on site and stop work if unsafe conditions arise.
• Ensure accurate field documentation, test reports, and punchlist updates; maintain up-to-date drawings.
• Oversee ABB-hired subcontractors to ensure scope, safety, quality, and schedule adherence.

Skills

Electrical field service

Project coordination

Leadership

IEC 61850 environments

Travel 75%

Education

High school diploma

Electrical or mechanical training

Job description

ABB is seeking an experienced Site Operations Manager to lead onsite execution, startup, testing, and commissioning of electrical systems in data-center projects across North America. You will coordinate with the Project Manager, manage safety, quality, and scheduling, and serve as the primary ABB onsite contact for clients and subcontractors.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in electrical field service with data center experience, travel readiness, and strong knowledge of commissioning processes