Electrical Commissioning Engineer

We're looking for an Electrical Commissioning Engineer to work with one of our major clients in Beaumont, TX.

The Electrical Commissioning Engineer will support electrical pre-commissioning, commissioning, and start-up activities for a large-scale industrial project. This role will focus on testing, troubleshooting, and energization of low and medium voltage electrical systems, ensuring all equipment is tested, documented, and ready for safe operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute and oversee electrical testing and commissioning of low and medium voltage systems, including switchgear, MCCs, transformers, and protective relays up to 15kV.
• Perform functional testing, interlock verification, relay testing, and equipment energization.
• Develop and execute commissioning plans and test packages based on engineering drawings, vendor documentation, and project requirements.
• Coordinate with Construction, Engineering, QA/QC, and other commissioning disciplines to ensure system readiness.
• Review subcontractor test procedures and documentation to ensure compliance with project specifications and industry standards.
• Supervise subcontractors, field electricians, and testing technicians, monitoring safety, quality, and daily progress.
• Conduct system walkdowns, review construction turnover packages, and manage punch list items through completion.
• Prepare and maintain commissioning documentation, including test records, redlines, relay settings, and energization checklists.
• Identify design issues, relay coordination problems, and equipment deficiencies, working with Engineering to implement corrective actions.
• Ensure all electrical commissioning activities comply with project quality standards and safety requirements, including NFPA 70E and LOTO procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, or relevant military/industrial certification with 6–9 years of experience.
• Hands-on experience testing and commissioning low and medium-voltage electrical systems, including switchgear, MCCs, transformers, and power distribution equipment.
• At least 3 years of experience supervising electrical craft personnel or subcontractors during commissioning or maintenance activities.
• Strong knowledge of protective relays, including programming, configuration, testing, and troubleshooting (SEL, GE Multilin, or equivalent).
• Experience with relay testing tools such as SEL AcSELerator QuickSet.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and engineering documentation.
• Knowledge of industry standards and electrical codes, including IEEE, NETA, NEC, and NFPA 70E.
• Experience with functional testing, system energization, electrical troubleshooting, and system turnover.
• Familiarity with instrumentation and control systems, including signal verification and interlock testing.
• Knowledge of LOTO procedures, electrical safety requirements, and work permit systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
• Strong communication, coordination, and organizational skills.

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