Lead Commissioning Engineer - Industrial Automation Startups

Dürr

Southfield (MI)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 125,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Leadership in commissioning
Direct customer collaboration
Project ownership
Hands-on environment
Global manufacturing tech network
Professional development

Job summary

Dürr Systems, LLC is seeking a Field Commissioning Engineer to coordinate electrical installation and commissioning at customer sites in the United States. You will partner with project teams, lead site activities, review drawings, and ensure compliance with project specs and standards.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or related field, hands-on experience with PLC/HMI and industrial networks, and the ability to travel extensively while maintaining safety and quality.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent technical training, with supervisory/site-leadership experience.
  • Experience installing and commissioning electrical and controls systems.
  • Ability to read electrical drawings and standards like EN 60204-1, UL 508A, NEC.
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills, travel up to 90%.
  • Experience coordinating contractors and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate electrical installation and commissioning activities at customer sites.
  • Lead site meetings, pre-job walkthroughs, and contractor activities.
  • Review drawings and installation requirements for compliance.
  • Perform startup, testing, and commissioning of equipment.
  • Troubleshoot controls hardware, software, networks, and sensors.
  • Document field changes and manage punch lists to final handover.
  • Ensure safety, quality, schedule, and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Electrical installation
Industrial equipment
Automation systems
PLC/ HMI knowledge
Electrical drawings
Project coordination
Travel 90%

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Dürr Systems, LLC is seeking a Field Commissioning Engineer to coordinate electrical installation and commissioning at customer sites in the United States. You will partner with project teams, lead site activities, review drawings, and ensure compliance with project specs and standards.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or related field, hands-on experience with PLC/HMI and industrial networks, and the ability to travel extensively while maintaining safety and quality.

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