Electrical Commissioning Engineer

3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Johnson Service Group (JSG) is recruiting an experienced Electrical Commissioning Engineer for a 12-month contract assignment supporting the Mobile Launcher 2 (ML2) Project at the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, FL. U.S. Citizenship is required This is an onsite role, and remote work is NOT offered Local candidates highly preferred (Per Diem is NOT available) Worksite includes extensive walking in and around confined spaces, elevated platforms, and uneven surfaces. Pay rate is $65.00 p/h (W2) Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Experience with low and medium-voltage electrical systems. Knowledge and understanding of engineering systems, applications of startup and operations, and previous experience in industrial Electrical Commissioning roles. Knowledge of industry and regulatory standards and criteria pertinent to startup, maintenance, operations, or testing. Experience with Instrumentation & Control System Interfacing / Testing and an advantage. Experience with subcontract package development and on-site day-to-day subcontractor management. Familiar with Work Authorizations, Permitting, and Lock-Out, Tag-Out (LOTO) process and procedures. Good technical writing skills In-depth knowledge in the areas of Electrical systems and knowledge of principles and practices related to sound design, testing, and operation. Good knowledge of related safety, construction, and engineering practices and the economics involved. Skilled in standard software tools, including Microsoft 365 office suite (Excel, Word, and Access), to plan and track work progress. Excellent written and verbal communication abilities, along with effective presentation skills. Must be able to travel to manufacturing facilities within the U.S. to support factory acceptance testing and other business-related meetings/activities. Ability to cope with conflicting deadlines, frequent interruptions, and multiple tasks. Education And Experience Requirements Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) in engineering, a hard science or mathematics from an accredited college or university, a current or previously held industrial or military license/certification/qualification in electrical work and 2-5 years of relevant experience or a sufficient number of specialized courses in an appropriate engineering or scientific discipline to meet the job requirements, or 6-9 years of relevant experience Two to five years’ experience in the testing or maintenance of low to medium voltage switchgear, transformers, and power distribution systems, with experience in the calibration of the associated protective relay is desired. At least two years’ experience in supervising or managing craft electrical workers to perform commissioning or maintenance activities. Job Summary In this role, you will utilize your experience, knowledge, and expertise to perform required testing for facility commissioning and startup. You will participate in building test packages, assist in turnover coordination, equipment inspections, material management and quantities, quality control, and environmental safety and health. Responsibilities Support plant start-up and commissioning processes. Completes testing and reviews completed test records, data sheets, procedures, etc. to assure the requirements are being met, including subcontractors' test submittals. Analyzes assigned activities to determine the scope, time, and resource requirements. Plans and schedules CSU execution activities, including sequence and resource requirements for assigned areas of responsibility, typically including complex evolution across multiple disciplines and functions. Prepare test packages, reviewing engineering design and vendor submittals. Coordinate with Construction and other Commissioning disciplines to complete all required testing. Coordinate with and provide direction to supplier Technical Advisors (TA) to complete commissioning of vendor-supplied equipment. Monitor supplier TA activities to ensure proper time charging. Provide input to engineering on revisions required to system descriptions, vendor operating and maintenance manuals, etc., based on review of documents during development of the preoperational test procedures and execution of the commissioning to ensure all such documents are consistent; Prepare the necessary design change and non-conformance documents. Perform live electrical work in accordance with corporate procedures and guidance. Using well-developed interpersonal skills to interact closely and frequently with client management and operations and maintenance personnel while maintaining a level of commercial awareness that does not create adverse exposure to the project’s financial and schedule positions. Reviews preventative maintenance procedures and schedules for maintaining equipment once it has been commissioned. Supports long-term storage and maintenance requirements on equipment following turnover from construction to startup, prior to when it is commissioned. Fully document these activities and submit permanent records for incorporation in the maintenance database. Supervise and direct subcontract personnel as required to support commissioning activities, including Electrical subcontracts and technicians. Plan work with the subcontractors, monitor and control the work in accordance with the terms of the contract to stay within the budget and schedule constraints. Report and document subcontractor work activities on a daily basis, in accordance with applicable procedures. Supervise field manual craft (including Union craft) as required to perform assigned tasks; monitor and control craft performance and be accountable for performance of the craft against the budget. Prepare system testing and turnover documentation, including scoped documents, test records, test procedures, and other required documents. Participates in Construction to CSU and CSU to Owner turnover walkdowns for assigned areas of responsibility Interfaces with the Engineering and Field Engineer as required to support component/system turnover. Manage closeout of punch list items. Initiates requisitions for field purchases and prepares quantity takeoffs of field-purchased material and equipment. Have a clear understanding of design information, specifications, procedures, in accordance with codes, and regulatory requirements. Performs and/or monitors testing of equipment to assure conformance with specifications and compliance with test procedures, that work methods are undertaken safely, and activities are supported to meet schedule and cost. ES&H Prepares job hazard analysis (JHA), performs Field Level Hazard Assessments (FLHA), identifies and resolves/elevates ES&H issues in the field, and is a visible 'walk the talk' leader in good ES&H practices. Understand and follow NFPA 70E requirements for electrical-related work. Preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Previous experience and knowledge of Bechtel Startup and Test procedures, programs, and processes. Previous experience as a Bechtel Electrical Startup, Commissioning, and Testing. Good understanding of project scheduling and performing system testing and commissioning, and using automation tools such as Setroute and TeamWorks. Previous experience in commissioning and testing scoping to understand system boundaries, create test packages, follow schedule, and procedure writing. Previous NASA or aerospace Electrical commissioning and testing experience. A good knowledge of NASA work methods, installation details, and technical requirements. Design experience to NASA communication standards and network architecture (including Allen Bradley DLR experience). Experience with TeamWorks, Setroute, Smart Completions. JSG offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance options, short-term disability, 401(k), weekly pay, and more. Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr