Field Startup & Commissioning Engineer - Travel-Heavy

OBR Management; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Per diem & travel reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

OBR Cooling Towers is seeking a Startup and Commissioning Specialist to plan, execute and document startup activities for new or upgraded industrial equipment at customer sites nationwide. You will collect data, troubleshoot, perform vibration tests, coordinate with controls teams, and ensure safe, compliant installations.

Travel about 80% of the time to data centers, refineries and other facilities. The role emphasizes clear reporting, commissioning documentation, and on-site training for

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Applied Sciences or related field (or equivalent).
• Strong technical knowledge and hands-on field experience diagnosing electrical, control, and mechanical issues with industrial equipment.
• Familiarity with control systems, including VFDs, PLCs and related automation tools.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and perform startup activities for new or upgraded equipment.
• Perform baseline vibration data collection during cooling tower start-ups.
• Collaborate with controls/automation teams to ensure integration of vibration monitoring with control systems.
• Maintain detailed commissioning documentation and turnover packages.
• Travel to customer sites and provide on-site training and technical support.

Skills

Engineering field knowledge

Field troubleshooting

Vibration analysis

Control systems (VFD, PLC)

Data collection & reporting

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

VFDs

PLCs

MS Office (Word, Excel, Project)

Job description

OBR Cooling Towers is seeking a Startup and Commissioning Specialist to plan, execute and document startup activities for new or upgraded industrial equipment at customer sites nationwide. You will collect data, troubleshoot, perform vibration tests, coordinate with controls teams, and ensure safe, compliant installations.

Travel about 80% of the time to data centers, refineries and other facilities. The role emphasizes clear reporting, commissioning documentation, and on-site training for