Commissioning Engineer

Commissioning Engineer

The Commissioning Engineer team is responsible for performing final testing, startup, and commissioning of low and medium voltage electrical distribution equipment, including breakers, transformers, switches, switchgear, relays, and motor control centers, as well as other electrical apparatus both in the field and in a manufacturing environment. An understanding of sophisticated electrical distribution systems of complex electrical test equipment is required. You will contribute to a safe working environment for co-workers and customers and help ensure the overall success of projects. Local, regional, and national travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform final testing, startup, and commissioning of electrical distribution equipment (breakers, transformers, switches, switchgear, relays, MCCs, UPS, power monitoring systems, etc.)
• Execute testing, analysis, and troubleshooting to validate equipment/system performance and fail-safe operation
• Support commissioning documentation and deliverables (simple electrical sketches, commissioning plans, data sheets)
• Perform routine electrical calculations and assist with review of supplier documentation for specifications compliance
• Follow engineering standards, guidelines, and applicable codes
• Produce clear technical documentation and reports
• Communicate effectively with field teams and internal project stakeholders to support safe, successful execution

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (or closely related engineering discipline)
• 1+ year of relevant experience (commissioning, electrical testing, power systems, manufacturing test, field start-up, or similar)
• Familiarity with power systems equipment (switchgear, transformers, breakers, protective relays, panels, UPS, test equipment)
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills
• Working knowledge of industry codes/standards and basic electrical engineering theory
• Willingness to travel to customer/project sites as needed
• Ability to work at a computer for extended periods
• Ability to sit for extended periods and perform frequent hand/finger dexterity tasks (keyboard/mouse)
• Ability to communicate clearly (verbal and written) and interpret technical information