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Are you passionate about deploying Protection, Controls and Automation (PCA) systems across diverse customer environments? Join us at Schneider Electric, a global leader in energy management and automation, and be part of our dynamic team!
This position requires presence at customer sites and as such, the candidate must be able to obtain the necessary clearance and/or credentials to travel abroad and comply with customer requirements for executing work on their site. The types of credentials that might be required include but are not limited to, Homeland Security clearance, background, and credit checks, etc.
What You'll Do:
- Lead the deployment of PCA systems at customer sites in a variety of industries including Data Centers, Oil and Gas, Health Care, Manufacturing, Military/Government, Commercial and Education.
- Collaborate closely with contractors and end-users, engaging in daily interactions within construction environments.
- Perform verification of pre-requisites for FAT and SAT.
- Perform PCA software installation, upgrade, customization, and integration.
- Start-up, commissioning, and troubleshooting of Schneider Electric and 3rd Party relays, networking & SCADA solutions.
- Provide customer training, conduct device communication troubleshooting, and perform hardware component replacements.
- Consult with customers to define system operation requirements and document the as-built system.
- Travel daily to customer sites, typically within a geographic region, with overnight travel of 10-20%.
- Some 2nd shift work possible at times.
Qualifications for Success:
- An Associate’s degree, trade/vocational certification, Military training or similar experience in electrical-related disciplines.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in team settings.
- Stable work history along with ability and willingness to drive to customers extensively.
- The ability to read blueprints/schematics and thorough understanding of principles of AC and DC power, various AC and DC supply circuit components
- 2+ years of field service repair and customer service with experience with electrical equipment and knowledge of electricity, power generation, distribution, and power quality concepts.
- Skilled at utilizing test and diagnostic equipment
- Must possess good safety practices and adhere to the company’s safety procedures/polices (lock out tag out, comply with all safety programs and complete safety related trainings on time.
- Identify hazards present in the work area and report all safety matters, incidents, near misses, to management or safety representative.
Desirable Qualifications:
- A two-year technical degree, with a focus on electrical power systems or electronics, is preferred.
- Experience related to Protection, Control & Automation system and in various types of MV/LV Switchgears.
- Knowledgeable with basics of electricity, power generation, power distribution, and power quality concepts.
- Understanding of industry-standard communication protocols with an emphasis on Modbus, IEC 61850, DNP3.0, BACnet and other industrial communication protocols.
- Knowledgeable in computer networking architectures, topologies, and hardware.
- MV/LV Switchgear wiring troubleshooting.
- Direct experience with Schneider Electric proprietary software such as Easergy Pro, Micom studio & EPAS.
- NFPA-70E or OSHA experience is preferred
- NICET/NETA certification preferred
- Direct customer impact through meaningful technical work in the field
- Mentorship and structured support to build your technical skills and confidence
- Career growth opportunities within a global leader in energy management and automation
- Exposure to diverse industries and innovative technologies
At Schneider, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work.
Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: “We see you. We value you”. It’s more than just pay and benefits- it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker.
For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 68,000 - USD 102,000 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
Schneider Electric is there when it matters most to you
Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you’ll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team:
Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well-being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year.
Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match.
Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.
Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace.
Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.
If you believe this job posting is not compliant with applicable state pay transparency laws in the U.S., please notify the Company as soon as possible upon discovery by completing this form Job Posting Compliance Form.
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When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values – Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork – starts with us.
IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.
We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.
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€40 billion global revenue
+9% organic growth
150 000+ employees in 100+ countries
You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.
Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and ‘inclusion’ is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do.
Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.
Are you passionate about deploying Protection, Controls and Automation (PCA) systems across diverse customer environments? Join us at Schneider Electric, a global leader in energy management and automation, and be part of our dynamic team!
This position requires presence at customer sites and as such, the candidate must be able to obtain the necessary clearance and/or credentials to travel abroad and comply with customer requirements for executing work on their site. The types of credentials that might be required include but are not limited to, Homeland Security clearance, background, and credit checks, etc.
What You'll Do:
- Lead the deployment of PCA systems at customer sites in a variety of industries including Data Centers, Oil and Gas, Health Care, Manufacturing, Military/Government, Commercial and Education.
- Collaborate closely with contractors and end-users, engaging in daily interactions within construction environments.
- Perform verification of pre-requisites for FAT and SAT.
- Perform PCA software installation, upgrade, customization, and integration.
- Start-up, commissioning, and troubleshooting of Schneider Electric and 3rd Party relays, networking & SCADA solutions.
- Provide customer training, conduct device communication troubleshooting, and perform hardware component replacements.
- Consult with customers to define system operation requirements and document the as-built system.
- Travel daily to customer sites, typically within a geographic region, with overnight travel of 10-20%.
- Some 2nd shift work possible at times.
Qualifications for Success:
- An Associate’s degree, trade/vocational certification, Military training or similar experience in electrical-related disciplines.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in team settings.
- Stable work history along with ability and willingness to drive to customers extensively.
- The ability to read blueprints/schematics and thorough understanding of principles of AC and DC power, various AC and DC supply circuit components
- 2+ years of field service repair and customer service with experience with electrical equipment and knowledge of electricity, power generation, distribution, and power quality concepts.
- Skilled at utilizing test and diagnostic equipment
- Must possess good safety practices and adhere to the company’s safety procedures/polices (lock out tag out, comply with all safety programs and complete safety related trainings on time.
- Identify hazards present in the work area and report all safety matters, incidents, near misses, to management or safety representative.
Desirable Qualifications:
- A two-year technical degree, with a focus on electrical power systems or electronics, is preferred.
- Experience related to Protection, Control & Automation system and in various types of MV/LV Switchgears.
- Knowledgeable with basics of electricity, power generation, power distribution, and power quality concepts.
- Understanding of industry-standard communication protocols with an emphasis on Modbus, IEC 61850, DNP3.0, BACnet and other industrial communication protocols.
- Knowledgeable in computer networking architectures, topologies, and hardware.
- MV/LV Switchgear wiring troubleshooting.
- Direct experience with Schneider Electric proprietary software such as Easergy Pro, Micom studio & EPAS.
- NFPA-70E or OSHA experience is preferred
- NICET/NETA certification preferred
- Direct customer impact through meaningful technical work in the field
- Mentorship and structured support to build your technical skills and confidence
- Career growth opportunities within a global leader in energy management and automation
- Exposure to diverse industries and innovative technologies
At Schneider, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work.
Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: “We see you. We value you”. It’s more than just pay and benefits- it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker.
For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 68,000 - USD 102,000 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
Schneider Electric is there when it matters most to you
Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you’ll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team:
Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well-being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year.
Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match.
Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.
Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace.
Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.
If you believe this job posting is not compliant with applicable state pay transparency laws in the U.S., please notify the Company as soon as possible upon discovery by completing this form Job Posting Compliance Form.
(External) English Company Boiler Plate:
Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?
When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values – Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork – starts with us.
IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.
We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.
Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric – apply today!
€40 billion global revenue
+9% organic growth
150 000+ employees in 100+ countries
You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.
Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and ‘inclusion’ is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do.
Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in commissioning specialist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or instrumentation engineering or a related field
- Experience with pre-commissioning, commissioning, and startup activities on industrial or energy projects
- Proficiency reading and interpreting P&IDs, electrical schematics, and loop diagrams
- Familiarity with DCS, PLC, SCADA, or other industrial control systems
- NICET certification or equivalent field instrumentation or electrical credential
- Willingness to travel to project sites and work extended schedules during startup phases
Tips for Your Commissioning Specialist Job Search
Tailor your resume to commissioning phases
Commissioning roles are project-phase specific, so list which stages you've owned: pre-commissioning, cold commissioning, hot commissioning, or startup. Hiring managers screen fast and want to see those exact terms, not just a generic 'systems testing' summary.
List your discipline and system types clearly
Electrical, mechanical, instrumentation, and control systems commissioning are screened separately. Name the specific systems you've commissioned, such as HV switchgear, DCS, HVAC, or PLC-based controls, so your resume clears keyword filters for the right discipline.
Get your certifications in front of reviewers early
Certifications like NICET, CompEx, or vendor-specific credentials for systems like Siemens or Rockwell Automation are often listed as requirements, not preferences. Put them in a dedicated section near the top of your resume so a reviewer doesn't miss them.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists commissioning specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by project type and sector
A commissioning specialist role on a renewable energy project requires different experience than one on a petrochemical plant or a pharmaceutical cleanroom. When searching, filter by industry or scan the job description for the facility or project type to make sure your background actually lines up.
Prepare a punch-list walkthrough for interviews
Interviewers for commissioning roles commonly ask you to walk through how you'd manage a punch list from pre-comm to turnover. Have a real example ready that covers how you documented deficiencies, coordinated with contractors, and got systems accepted by the client.
Commissioning Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most commissioning specialists?
Validation & Engineering Group, Tesla, and M.C. Dean are hiring the most commissioning specialists right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, Arizona, and Minnesota, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Activity tends to cluster around large capital projects in energy, utilities, and industrial construction.
How many commissioning specialist jobs are remote?
About 57% of commissioning specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on, site-based nature of most commissioning work. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements are documentation, pre-commissioning planning, and control systems programming that can be completed off-site before site mobilization.
How do you become a commissioning specialist?
Most commissioning specialists start with a degree in electrical, mechanical, or instrumentation engineering, then gain field experience through roles like site engineer, instrumentation technician, or controls engineer on capital projects. From there, you build discipline-specific skills by working through commissioning phases on progressively complex systems, earning credentials like NICET along the way, and taking on lead responsibilities for subsystem turnover.
How do you get hired as a commissioning specialist with little experience?
Entry points into commissioning typically come through field technician or site engineering roles where you're involved in testing and startup activities, even if the title isn't commissioning specialist. Highlight any hands-on systems work, loop checking, functional testing, or punch-list experience on your resume. Project-based contractors are often more willing to hire candidates still building their commissioning hours than owner-operators running permanent facilities.
What does the commissioning specialist interview process look like?
The process usually starts with a recruiter or HR screen focused on your discipline, project types, and availability for site-based work. A technical interview follows, where you'll be asked to walk through commissioning procedures, describe how you've handled system failures during startup, and explain your documentation practices. Some employers add a practical scenario or ask you to review a P&ID or loop diagram on the spot before a final hiring manager conversation.
Where can I find and apply to commissioning specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to commissioning specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your discipline and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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