Electrical Commissioning Engineer

Role:
Senior Project Engineer – Electrical Commissioning

Location: Omaha, NE or Abilene, TX (Onsite)

Duration: Full Time

The Project Engineer – Electrical Commissioning plays a critical role in ensuring the successful commissioning of electrical systems in mission‑critical environments such as data centers. This position requires a proactive, detail‑oriented professional with strong technical expertise in electrical system design, construction, and commissioning processes. The ideal candidate combines theoretical knowledge with hands‑on experience in testing, troubleshooting, and validating electrical systems and controls.

• Commission electrical distribution equipment and controls, including medium‑voltage systems.
• Review electrical system designs for compliance with client requirements and project goals.
• Prepare commissioning plans, procedures, and schedules.
• Execute commissioning activities from design through occupancy phases.
• Attend and document factory acceptance testing (FAT) of equipment.
• Perform functional and performance testing using appropriate instrumentation.
• Document all field procedures, results, and observations accurately.
• Prepare detailed reports on system performance and recommend technical solutions.
• Coordinate and execute field activities with project teams and stakeholders.
• Maintain daily commissioning logs and reports.
• Mentor and support Associate Project Engineers.
• Lead commissioning meetings or speak on technical topics as required.
• Attend relevant project coordination and schedule meetings as necessary.
• Respond promptly and professionally to client and team inquiries.
• Ensure compliance with all safety standards and protocols.

• Generators and Paralleling Switchgear
• Transformers (High/Medium/Low Voltage)
• UPS and Battery Systems
• Switchgear and Main Switchboards
• PLC and Switching Controls
• EPMS, ATS, STS, PDU, RPP, Busways
• Grounding and Lighting Control Systems

• BSc/MSc in Electrical Engineering with 5+ years of mission‑critical project experience.

OR

• 8+ years of commissioning experience in relevant industries.
• Background in mission‑critical facility commissioning.
• Detail‑oriented, analytical, and proactive problem solver.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks independently.
• Familiarity with ASHRAE, BCxA, and NETA standards.
• Experience with BMS and EPMS systems.
• Proficient in using electrical test instrumentation.
• Team‑oriented with a client‑first mindset.

• Professional Engineer (PE) License and/or commissioning certification.