Electrical Engineer - Power Innovation (Commissioning)

Electrical Engineer – Power Innovation (Commissioning)

Position Summary

The Electrical Engineer – Power Innovation supports the safe, reliable, and efficient commissioning and startup of power-generation and energy systems. This role provides electrical engineering expertise throughout pre-commissioning, commissioning, and turnover, ensuring systems are properly tested, verified, and ready for operation.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical engineering support throughout commissioning, startup, and system-turnover phases.
• Lead and support electrical commissioning activities, including testing, verification, and troubleshooting of:
  • Switchgear, transformers, generators, and associated systems
  • Protection relays and control systems
• Validate power-system studies, including short-circuit, coordination, and arc-flash studies, and confirm alignment with as-built conditions before energization.
• Execute and oversee electrical testing, including insulation-resistance testing, hi-pot testing, relay testing, and functional verification.
• Support pre-commissioning activities, including loop checks, calibration, and protection-system verification.
• Coordinate and participate in FAT, SAT, PSSR, and RFSU processes to help ensure systems meet requirements for startup and turnover.
• Collaborate with Project Management, Construction, Commissioning, Controls, and Operations teams to support aligned execution and system readiness.
• Work in the field to support testing, troubleshooting, and issue resolution during commissioning and startup.
• Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE standards, and company safety requirements.
• Support BESS and power-generation system integration, including system-level testing and performance validation.
• Develop and maintain commissioning documentation, including ITRs, test records, redlines, and turnover packages.
• Identify, track, and drive resolution of punch-list items before system handover.
• Coordinate with vendors on installation, testing, and commissioning activities.
• Promote continuous improvement and support the development of standardized commissioning processes and tools.
• Mentor and support junior engineers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology.
• At least 4 years of experience in electrical engineering, power systems, or commissioning within power generation, industrial, or related industries.
• Working knowledge of:
  • Electrical power systems and equipment, including switchgear, transformers, and generators
  • Electrical drawings, one-line diagrams, and control systems
  • Commissioning, testing, and startup processes

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or active pursuit of licensure.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
• Experience with power generation, data centers, or BESS systems.
• Experience supporting or leading commissioning and startup activities.
• Familiarity with FAT/SAT execution and turnover processes.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with power-system analysis tools such as ETAP, SKM, PSCAD, MATLAB, or similar software.
• Experience with protection-relay testing and electrical test equipment such as Omicron, Doble, or Megger.
• Understanding of:
  • Protection coordination and arc-flash analysis
  • Grid integration and energy-storage systems
  • DCS/SCADA systems and electrical integration

Work Environment

• Field-based role supporting active construction, commissioning, and startup environments.
• Requires working in industrial settings and following all required safety protocols.

Work Schedule and Other Details

• 12-hour, 7-days-on/7-days-off rotating shifts.
• Work in a variety of conditions, including extreme temperatures, loud areas, and confined spaces.
• Lift up to 50 pounds and team-lift heavier loads.
• Stand, walk, climb, bend, and squat for extended periods.
• Work at elevated levels using ladders, scaffolding, or lifts with appropriate PPE.
• Use hand tools and mechanical diagnostic equipment.
• Occasional shift work on nights and holidays.