Senior Commissioning Engineer

HyperStrong is a global leader in Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), delivering innovative energy storage solutions that support a cleaner, more reliable power grid.

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As our North American business continues to grow, we're looking for Commissioning Engineers (Level I & II) to join our Service team and support the successful commissioning of utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects across the United States.

Whether you're an early-career commissioning engineer looking to grow or an experienced professional ready to lead commissioning activities independently, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review commissioning packages during the planning and pre-commissioning phases to ensure project readiness.
• Track commissioning progress against project schedules, identify risks, and support recovery plans when needed.
• Execute commissioning activities in accordance with approved commissioning plans, company standards, and safety procedures.
• Coordinate on-site commissioning activities with EPC contractors, project teams, customers, and other stakeholders.
• Perform commissioning and startup activities for utility-scale BESS projects, including Energy Station startup and complete system validation.
• Conduct commissioning tests, including:
• Electrical verification
• Communication validation
• Controls verification
• Charge and discharge testing
• Verify installation completeness and confirm system readiness before commissioning.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues involving:
• Power Conversion Systems (PCS)
• Battery Systems
• Controls
• Communication Networks
• Auxiliary Systems
• Support interface testing with SCADA, EMS, and utility grid interconnection systems.
• Document commissioning results, punch list items, non-conformances, and commissioning reports.
• Support final system handover to Operations by ensuring all commissioning documentation is complete.
• Maintain full compliance with OSHA requirements, site safety plans, and HyperStrong safety policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent field experience.
• Commissioning Engineer I: Typically 1–3 years of relevant commissioning or field engineering experience.
• Commissioning Engineer II: Typically 4+ years of utility-scale commissioning experience with the ability to independently lead commissioning activities.
• Working knowledge of utility-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and power conversion equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical one-line diagrams, schematics, and control drawings.
• Strong troubleshooting skills involving electrical, controls, and communication systems.
• Familiarity with NEC, NFPA, OSHA, and applicable electrical safety standards.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience commissioning utility-scale lithium-ion Battery Energy Storage Systems.
• Experience working for a BESS OEM, system integrator, or EPC contractor. xhyhwjd
• Experience with:
• Performance Testing
• Capacity Testing
• Grid Compliance Testing
• Hands-on experience with PCS, SCADA, EMS, and utility-scale system commissioning.