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Commissioning Engineer roles in power generation, industrial automation, and building systems regularly qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process. Employers in these sectors have an established track record of sponsoring foreign engineers for permanent residency, making this one of the more accessible paths to a U.S. green card for qualified international candidates.
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Get Access To All JobsAt 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:
Director, Data Center Services Center of Excellence
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.
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:
Director, Data Center Services Center of Excellence
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.
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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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Commissioning Engineer
Document your field commissioning credentials thoroughly
Gather project completion records, employer letters, and certifications that prove hands-on commissioning experience. PERM requires your employer to demonstrate you meet the minimum job requirements, so detailed documentation of control systems, FAT, or SAT experience strengthens your labor certification file.
Target employers with active PERM filing histories
Engineering firms, EPC contractors, and utilities that commission large infrastructure projects file PERM applications regularly. Searching DOL disclosure data for commissioning engineer filings helps you identify which employers already understand the sponsorship process and won't need educating on PERM requirements.
Use Migrate Mate to filter green card sponsoring roles
Generic job searches don't surface which postings come with green card sponsorship. Migrate Mate lets you filter commissioning engineer openings specifically by employers with active green card filing history, cutting the time spent chasing roles that won't lead to permanent residency.
Clarify EB-2 versus EB-3 eligibility with your future employer
Most commissioning engineer roles are filed under EB-3 for professionals with a bachelor's degree, but roles requiring a master's or specialized expertise in SCADA, DCS, or substation protection may qualify under EB-2. Ask prospective employers which category they've filed under for similar positions before accepting an offer.
Prepare for the PERM supervised recruitment window
Your employer must complete DOL-mandated recruitment steps before filing your PERM application, typically spanning 30 to 60 days. Avoid resigning from your current role until your employer confirms the recruitment phase has ended and the PERM application has been submitted to DOL.
Verify your priority date strategy before the I-140 stage
Once USCIS approves your I-140 petition, your priority date is locked in. For candidates from oversubscribed countries, understanding where your priority date falls in the Visa Bulletin before you start the process helps you plan concurrent adjustment of status filing and avoid years of unexpected waiting.
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Find Commissioning Engineer JobsCommissioning Engineer Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Do commissioning engineer roles commonly qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Most commissioning engineer positions qualify under EB-3, which covers professionals with a U.S. bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in electrical, mechanical, or systems engineering. Roles that require a master's degree or involve highly specialized disciplines such as protection relay engineering or advanced DCS integration may meet EB-2 criteria. Your employer determines the category when drafting the PERM job description, so it's worth discussing this during the offer negotiation stage.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for commissioning engineers?
H-1B sponsorship is temporary and tied to an annual cap with a lottery, meaning engineers can wait years before securing a slot. Green card sponsorship through PERM and the EB-2 or EB-3 categories has no annual cap on petitions and results in permanent residency rather than a renewable temporary status. The overall timeline is longer, often two to five years from PERM filing to a green card for most nationalities, but the outcome is a permanent U.S. immigration status with no renewal requirements.
How do I find commissioning engineer jobs where employers will sponsor a green card?
Not every commissioning engineer job posting specifies green card sponsorship, and many employers who do sponsor it don't advertise it prominently. Migrate Mate filters engineering roles by employers with verified green card filing history, so you can focus your search on companies that have already completed the PERM process for similar positions rather than starting conversations that lead nowhere.
What does the PERM labor certification process look like for a commissioning engineer role?
Your employer files a PERM application with DOL after completing a supervised recruitment process designed to confirm no qualified U.S. worker is available for the role. For commissioning engineers, the job description must accurately capture your technical duties, required systems experience, and minimum education. DOL processing currently runs six months to over a year for analyst review cases. Once certified, your employer files an I-140 petition with USCIS to formally establish your eligibility for the green card category.
Can I change employers while my green card application is in progress?
You can change employers after your I-140 is approved and your priority date has been pending for at least 180 days, provided your new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification. For commissioning engineers, a move to a related systems integration or field engineering role typically qualifies. This portability rule under AC21 protects your priority date even if your original sponsoring employer withdraws the petition, but you should confirm the new role's SOC code matches before switching.
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