ERS Electrical Commissioning Engineer - Remote

Electrical Building Commissioning Engineer

Electrical Reliability Services (ERS) is looking for talented Electrical Building Commissioning Engineers to join our Commissioning Group nationally. This exciting opportunity includes the ability to work remotely and has tremendous career growth opportunities. We offer continued professional development at our state-of-the-art training facility, competitive compensation, lucrative overtime pay, and excellent benefits that are above industry standards. ERS is a subsidiary of Vertiv (formerly Emerson Network Power). While ERS has been a leader in the commissioning of mission critical facilities for over a decade, Vertiv is committed to creating a world class Commissioning Group. This is a large-scale effort to provide comprehensive services to our current customers and to expand our commissioning services nationally and internationally. As part of its plan to grow the Commissioning Group, we have several exciting opportunities for all levels of experience for both Mechanical and Electrical Building Commissioning Engineers.

Perform and manage field commissioning procedures for electrical systems, including moderately complex systems including data centers and other mission critical facilities. Manage and lead commissioning projects, as well as other commissioning engineers would be a plus. Be self-motivated and proactive on projects with limited supervision. Position is very mentally demanding and requires candidate to be self-aware.

Responsibilities:

• Perform all aspects of commissioning of electrical power distribution system.
• Experience with generators, uninterruptible power systems, static switches, power distribution units, automatic transfer switches, switchgear with PLC/microprocessor control is preferred.
• Perform commissioning design reviews.
• Perform commissioning submittal reviews.
• Understand contract documents (i.e. drawings and specifications).
• Understand Sequence of Operation.
• Develop pre-functional, functional, and integrated systems commissioning scripts.
• Execute commissioning scripts.
• Track and report commissioning issues throughout the project.
• Develop and assemble final commissioning reports.
• Operate safely in a construction atmosphere performing commissioning operations.
• Play an important role in each commissioning project.
• Perform as lead on small or moderately sized commissioning projects.
• Be responsible for commissioning communications and updates.
• Insure project schedules are being met.
• Maintain strong client relationships.
• Provide some project management.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of ASHRAE commissioning industry standards and a Commissioning certification is preferred.
• Knowledge of the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) process for New Construction and Existing Buildings and LEED Accredited Professional is preferred.
• Knowledge and theoretical understanding of building electrical systems, including normal and emergency power distribution systems, critical power systems, generators, UPS's and batteries, monitoring and alarm systems, automatic transfer switches, static switches, power distribution unit, metering, motor control centers, and interlocks.
• Background and experience in operation and maintenance of all types of switchgear through 600V class. Through the 15KV class preferred.
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code and various industry standards, such as OSHA and NFPA.
• Plan, schedule, and perform work for mid to large size projects and program.
• Complete projects consistently on time and under budget.
• Cultivate effective relationships with existing and potential key clients, customers and contractors.
• Requires a high degree of communication, supervisory, and organization skills.
• Communicate effectively, in writing and verbally, with clients and peers.
• Communicate technical or project related subjects accurately via email.
• Performs well as part of a team of various groups and disciplines.
• Good judgment, dependable, performs on projects with technical expertise.
• Strong computer skills including editing, formatting in Microsoft Word and Excel, use of Internet for standards/products/ manufacturer research, and operation of computer-controlled test equipment.
• Willing to work flexible hours, weekends, holidays, and night work.
• Must be available for out-of-town travel of up to several weeks at a time. International travel may be required.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk, hear, and smell. Frequently required to sit, climb, and balance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, basic color differentiation and the ability to adjust focus.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Valid Driver's License with clean driving record.
• All other duties as assigned.

Education and Certifications:

• Graduate Bachelor Engineer (BSEE or BSME).
• OR
• Graduate of applicable Commissioning Technical Training and two years minimum same or similar work experience.
• At least (5) commissioning projects including Design, Construction, and Acceptance phase processes.
• OR
• High school education or equivalent and five years minimum same or similar work experience.
• At least (8) commissioning projects including Design, Construction, and Acceptance phase processes.

Physical Requirements:

• Light Lifting (5 Ibs.-25 Ibs.)
• Medium Lifting (30 Ibs. – 45 Ibs.)
• Heavy Lifting (over 50 Ibs.)
• Frequent Standing
• Frequent kneeling / crawling / stooping
• Frequent bending / twisting
• Frequent climbing (stairs, ladders)
• Frequent driving (car, van, truck)

Environmental Demands:

• Extreme cold (below 32*)
• Extreme heat (above 100*)
• Noise Level (Medium / High need to shout to be heard)
• Working around moving machinery (fork-lifts, tractors)
• Protective Equipment Required (earplugs, gloves, eyewear, respirator, mask, etc.)
• Work outdoors (no effective protection from weather)

Travel Time Required:

• Minimum 50%

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

Our Core Principals: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.

Our Strategic Priorities:

• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• High-Performance Culture
• Innovation
• Financial Strength

Our Behaviors:

• Own It
• Act With Urgency
• Foster a Customer-First Mindset
• Think Big and Execute
• Lead by Example
• Drive Continuous Improvement
• Learn and Seek Out Development

At Vertiv, we're on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI. We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected. With $6.9 billion in revenue, a strong customer base and global reach spanning nearly 70 countries, we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

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