Remote Data Center COE Onsite Commissioning Lead

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

Job summary

ABB is seeking a Site Manager to lead onsite execution, testing, and commissioning of medium and low-voltage power delivery systems for mission-critical data centers across North America. You will coordinate with the Project Manager, ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence, and serve as the primary ABB onsite representative.

This role requires 10+ years in electrical field service or commissioning, willingness to travel up to 75% across North America, and a high school diploma with

Qualifications

• 10+ years in electrical equipment field service, startup, testing, or commissioning; preferably with OEM-manufactured LV/MV/HV equipment.
• Experience supporting data center construction or mission-critical electrical infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of commissioning processes, electrical protection systems, and power distribution equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead all onsite activities related to equipment startup, testing, installation, and commissioning in accordance with project scope, quality standards, schedule targets, and safety requirements.
• Serve as the primary onsite representative for the client and site stakeholders; communicate daily progress, issues, and risks.
• Plan onsite activities, labor, equipment needs, commissioning sequences, and daily/weekly coordination routines.
• Implement and uphold ABB's Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) standards on site; maintain site safety plans.
• Ensure accurate field documentation, including test reports and punchlist updates; support quality audits and customer acceptance.
• Oversee ABB-hired subcontractors and coordinate multitrade interfaces; manage onsite costs and schedule progress.
• Provide direction and daily leadership to ABB field engineers and technicians.

Skills

Onsite leadership

Data center experience

IEC 61850

Technical commissioning

Travel 75%

Electrical protection

Education

High school diploma

Electrical/mechanical training

Job description

ABB is seeking a Site Manager to lead onsite execution, testing, and commissioning of medium and low-voltage power delivery systems for mission-critical data centers across North America. You will coordinate with the Project Manager, ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence, and serve as the primary ABB onsite representative.

This role requires 10+ years in electrical field service or commissioning, willingness to travel up to 75% across North America, and a high school diploma with