Electrical Commissioning Field Specialist

DLB Associates is a premier engineering and consulting firm specializing in innovative, mission-critical solutions across hyperscale data centers, advanced infrastructure, and high-performance building systems. With over four decades of expertise, we partner with some of the world’s most influential companies to design and optimize environments that demand precision, scalability, and resilience.

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Position Title: Electrical Commissioning Field Specialist I

Position Location: Hybrid - Louisville, KY. Must be located near major airport

Travel Requirements: Up to 75% domestic travel; relocation may be considered for long-term project needs. Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to rent vehicles.

The Electrical Commissioning Field Specialist I is a technical commissioning role responsible for leading commissioning tasks, troubleshooting complex issues, and ensuring project success. This position builds upon Commissioning Field Technician III responsibilities, requiring greater independence, leadership, and decision making in field commissioning.

The Electrical Commissioning Field Specialist I will direct vendors and contractors, manage technical execution, and assist project leadership in ensuring commissioning deliverables are met. This role involves limited supervision, with the expectation that the Commissioning Field Specialist 1 can manage field-level commissioning execution with minimal oversight.

The Electrical Commissioning Field Specialist I will receive limited directions on day-to-day work and general instruction on new projects or assignments. Will execute commissioning and assist project leadership on projects of complex scope. Will work independently or under limited supervision.

This person will communicate and operate in line with organizational goals and values, as well as departmental objectives.

• Perform On-site Commissioning Activities and Assist in Project Management (50%) On-site inspection, validation, functional testing, verification and troubleshooting of electrical equipment Participate in factory witness testing and observe startup activities Use technical equipment to perform testing Direct vendors / contractors in the execution of the testing Timely and effective management and delivery of projects Identify potential project risks and aid in development of strategies to minimize impact and control deviations from estimated costs and project deadlines Onboarding of project team for mobilization and provide ongoing updates
• Develop Testing Plans and Procedures for Complex Projects (20%) Development of commissioning plans Prepare pre-functional checklists Prepare functional performance test scripts
• Review Construction Related Design Documents, Drawings and Specifications (15%) Review shop drawings and submittals Review sequence of operations Assist in commissioning focused design reviews
• Reporting (15%) Assist with all project communication and reporting Prepare project progress reports for internal and external stakeholders Assist in preparation and contribute to final commissioning report for submission to client Manage personal hours using company tools
• Completion of Assigned Tasks and Deliverables on Time and on Budget
• Performs Other Related Duties as Assigned

• Knowledge of electrical principles
• Skilled at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management
• Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail
• Ability to leverage AI and emerging technologies to streamline workflows, optimize operational processes, and contribute to company-wide innovation
• Ability to work successfully in a remote environment through effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness and resourcefulness in a distraction free workspace
• Ability to follow company and site safety requirements
• Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondence
• Abilit…