Testing and Commissioning Engineering

Commissioning Engineer

Electric Power Systems (EPS) is a NETA-accredited independent electrical testing and engineering organization specializing in electrical acceptance testing, commissioning, and maintenance for clients across Data Centers, Utility, Generation, Renewables, Transit, Industrial and Commercial Facilities throughout North America. We are committed to safety, technical expertise, and setting the standard of excellence in the power industry.

The hourly rate for this position is between $60-80 per hour. The Commissioning Area Engineer is responsible for coordinating, work connected with the testing and/or commissioning of electrical distribution and transmission substations for utility clients. Individual will provide direct supervision over Electric Power Systems startup personnel along with other suppliers such as contractor electricians and engineering staff.

Support continuous improvement through incident reviews, lessons learned, and proactive safety reporting.

Coordinate and lead testing and commissioning activities for new and existing electrical transmission and distribution substations (greenfield and brownfield equipment).

Verify that all testing and commissioning procedures comply with company standards, client requirements, and industry best practices.

Supervise and direct startup personnel, contractor electricians, and engineering teams to ensure safe and efficient project execution.

Perform substation field engineering, including development of work plans and oversight of testing activities during commissioning.

Develop, review, and revise isolation and restoration procedures to support safe energization and system operations.

Lead functional testing efforts, ensuring compliance with project specifications, design standards, and utility requirements.

Direct troubleshooting and issue resolution during commissioning, including development and execution of corrective action plans.

Mark up field drawings, generate discrepancy lists, and formulate request for information logs (RFI's) and complete project closeout documentation within required timelines.

Provide on-site technical support to design engineering, construction teams, and operations personnel throughout project lifecycle.

Interface with customer contacts, operators, and key stakeholders to ensure alignment with operational needs and system requirements or design improvements.

BS or 2 year degree in electrical engineering is a plus, along with experience in communicating with microprocessor type relays.

Minimum 5 years' experience in electrical equipment testing and inspection, including high voltage applications

Knowledge of testing, commissioning and maintenance of power equipment.

Broad experience with wide variety of electrical apparatus used in power industry, including transformers, breakers and switchgear.

EPS is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, disability, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), political affiliation, military service, national origin, age or any other characteristics protected by state or federal laws.

EPS does not work with individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies, and will not recognize claim to any unsolicited resumes or candidate information.

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