Senior Level Gas Controller Jobs
Senior level gas controller jobs put experienced professionals in charge of pipeline system integrity, operational decision-making, and the teams or projects that keep gas distribution running safely and efficiently. Openings are predominantly on-site across Consulting & Professional Services, Energy, and Technology & Software, with employers like Burns & McDonnell, Suburban Propane, and En Engineering hiring at this level now.
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At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.
This position reports to:
Site Operations Manager
As a Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS) Commissioning Engineer, you’ll take the lead in ensuring medium‑voltage GIS and Ring Main Unit (RMU) systems are commissioned safely, accurately, and to the highest technical standards. This role places you at the center of complex customer projects, where your expertise, problem‑solving skills, and on‑site leadership directly shape system performance and customer confidence.
The work model for the role is: Remote in the US
This role is contributing to the ELSE Data Center Services Center of Excellence in the United States.
You will be mainly accountable for:
- Lead commissioning of ABB GIS and RMU systems in accordance with ABB standards, customer specifications, and applicable IEEE / IEC / ANSI requirements.
- Create commissioning work plans, cost estimates, schedules, risk assessments, and Methods of Procedure (MOPs).
- Support execution and manage commissioning activities through energization and customer acceptance.
- Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Integrated FAT (IFAT).
- Interface with customers, EPCs, utilities, and internal ABB teams.
- Identify commissioning risks and lead mitigation actions.
- Support contract managers with technical input related to scope and claims.
- Perform site visits to support commissioning teams.
- Mentor and develop junior engineers.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
- 10+ years of commissioning and field engineering experience.
- Strong experience with ABB GIS (ZX Portfolio) and RMU (SafeRing / SafePlus).
- Experience with ABB Protection & Control platforms (ZEE600, SSC600, PCM600).
- Knowledge of generator paralleling systems and critical power infrastructure.
- Proficient technical writing skills for commissioning documentation.
- Ability to travel 35-40%.
What's in it for you
We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.
ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.
For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf
As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.
Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to US-AskHR@abb.com. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.
While base salary is determined by things such as the successful applicant’s qualifications and experience, this position is expected to pay between $100,500 and $160,800 annually and is eligible for a short-term incentive plan/annual bonus.
ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees
[excludes ABB E-mobility, Athens union, Puerto Rico]
Go to MyBenefitsABB.com and click on “Candidate/Guest” to learn more.
Health, Life & Disability
- Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
- Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus.
- Vision benefit.
- Company paid life insurance (2X base pay).
- Company paid AD&D (1X base pay).
- Voluntary life and AD&D – 100% employee paid up to maximums.
- Short Term Disability – up to 26 weeks – Company paid.
- Long Term Disability – 60% of pay – Company paid. Ability to “buy-up” to 66 2/3% of pay.
- Supplemental benefits – 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance).
- Parental Leave – up to 6 weeks.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption.
- Employee discount program.
Retirement
- 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions.
- Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP).
Time off
- ABB provides 11 paid holidays.
- Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.
Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.
Ready to make an impact?
Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.
This position reports to:
Site Operations Manager
As a Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS) Commissioning Engineer, you’ll take the lead in ensuring medium‑voltage GIS and Ring Main Unit (RMU) systems are commissioned safely, accurately, and to the highest technical standards. This role places you at the center of complex customer projects, where your expertise, problem‑solving skills, and on‑site leadership directly shape system performance and customer confidence.
The work model for the role is: Remote in the US
This role is contributing to the ELSE Data Center Services Center of Excellence in the United States.
You will be mainly accountable for:
- Lead commissioning of ABB GIS and RMU systems in accordance with ABB standards, customer specifications, and applicable IEEE / IEC / ANSI requirements.
- Create commissioning work plans, cost estimates, schedules, risk assessments, and Methods of Procedure (MOPs).
- Support execution and manage commissioning activities through energization and customer acceptance.
- Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Integrated FAT (IFAT).
- Interface with customers, EPCs, utilities, and internal ABB teams.
- Identify commissioning risks and lead mitigation actions.
- Support contract managers with technical input related to scope and claims.
- Perform site visits to support commissioning teams.
- Mentor and develop junior engineers.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
- 10+ years of commissioning and field engineering experience.
- Strong experience with ABB GIS (ZX Portfolio) and RMU (SafeRing / SafePlus).
- Experience with ABB Protection & Control platforms (ZEE600, SSC600, PCM600).
- Knowledge of generator paralleling systems and critical power infrastructure.
- Proficient technical writing skills for commissioning documentation.
- Ability to travel 35-40%.
What's in it for you
We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.
ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.
For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf
As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.
Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to US-AskHR@abb.com. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.
While base salary is determined by things such as the successful applicant’s qualifications and experience, this position is expected to pay between $100,500 and $160,800 annually and is eligible for a short-term incentive plan/annual bonus.
ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees
[excludes ABB E-mobility, Athens union, Puerto Rico]
Go to MyBenefitsABB.com and click on “Candidate/Guest” to learn more.
Health, Life & Disability
- Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
- Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus.
- Vision benefit.
- Company paid life insurance (2X base pay).
- Company paid AD&D (1X base pay).
- Voluntary life and AD&D – 100% employee paid up to maximums.
- Short Term Disability – up to 26 weeks – Company paid.
- Long Term Disability – 60% of pay – Company paid. Ability to “buy-up” to 66 2/3% of pay.
- Supplemental benefits – 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance).
- Parental Leave – up to 6 weeks.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption.
- Employee discount program.
Retirement
- 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions.
- Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP).
Time off
- ABB provides 11 paid holidays.
- Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.
Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.
Ready to make an impact?
Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
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Senior Level Gas Controller Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level gas controller job?
Employers at this level look for candidates who have owned high-stakes pipeline control decisions independently, not just supported them. Demonstrating experience with SCADA systems, emergency response protocols, and regulatory compliance gives you a clear edge. Candidates who can point to measurable outcomes, such as incident reduction or improved throughput efficiency, and who have mentored junior controllers, consistently stand out in the selection process.
Which companies hire senior level gas controllers?
Companies hiring senior level gas controllers right now include Burns & McDonnell, Suburban Propane, and En Engineering, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level is led primarily by pipeline operators, utilities, and midstream energy companies that require deep operational expertise and leadership capability in their control room teams.
Are there remote senior level gas controller jobs?
Yes, though most roles require on-site presence given the safety-critical nature of pipeline control operations. About 63% of senior level gas controller openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and these tend to be in coordination, compliance oversight, or technical advisory capacities rather than active dispatch and monitoring roles.
What makes a gas controller role senior level?
Senior level gas controller roles are defined by scope, ownership, and leadership. Where mid-level controllers execute established procedures, senior controllers set operational priorities, make independent judgment calls during abnormal conditions, and are accountable for system-wide outcomes. They typically serve as the technical authority in the control room, train and mentor junior staff, and interface directly with engineering and operations leadership on process improvements.
Which industries hire the most senior level gas controllers?
Senior Level gas controller roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Energy, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate extensive transmission and distribution infrastructure that demands experienced controllers capable of managing complex, high-consequence systems with minimal supervision.