Electrical Commissioning Engineer – Power Systems & Energy Infrastructure

Our client is seeking Electrical Engineers - Power Systems Commissioning to support the safe, reliable, and efficient commissioning and startup of power generation and energy infrastructure. This role provides electrical engineering expertise throughout pre-commissioning, commissioning, energization, and turnover, ensuring systems are properly tested, verified, and ready for operation.

Onsite | No Visa Sponsorship | No Relocation Assistance

Contract Duration: 12 months | W2

Please Note: Local candidates will only be considered

• Support loop checks, calibration, and protection system verification.
• Perform testing, verification, and troubleshooting during pre-commissioning, energization, and startup.
• Execute electrical testing including insulation resistance, hi-pot, relay testing, and functional verification.
• Validate power system studies (short circuit, coordination, arc flash) against as-built conditions prior to energization.
• Lead and support electrical commissioning activities for switch gear, transformers, generators, and protection/control systems.

• Identify, track, and resolve punch-list items prior to system handover.
• Participate in FAT, SAT, PSSR, and RFSU processes to ensure systems meet startup requirements.
• Develop and maintain commissioning documentation including ITRs, test records, redlines, and turnover packages.

• Work directly in the field to support testing, troubleshooting, and issue resolution.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors during installation, testing, and commissioning activities.

• Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE standards, and all required safety protocols.
• Support integration and system-level testing for BESS, power generation assets, and electrical distribution systems.

• Mentor junior engineers and support knowledge transfer.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and standardized commissioning processes.
• Work closely with Project Management, Construction, Controls, Commissioning, and Operations teams to ensure aligned execution.

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology.
• Proficiency with power system analysis tools (ETAP, SKM, PSCAD, MATLAB, or similar)
• Experience with protection relay testing and electrical test equipment (Omicron, Doble, Megger)
• 4+ years of experience in electrical engineering, power systems, or commissioning within power generation, industrial, or related environments.
• Understanding of:
  Protection coordination and arc flash analysis, Grid integration and energy storage systems, DCS/SCADA systems and electrical integration.
• Working knowledge of:
  Electrical power systems and equipment (switch gear, transformers, generators), Electrical drawings, one-line diagrams, and control systems and Commissioning, testing, and startup processes.

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or actively pursuing.
• Familiarity with FAT/SAT execution and turnover processes.
• Experience with power generation, data centers, or BESS systems.
• Experience supporting or leading commissioning and startup activities.

• Requires adherence to all safety protocols.
• Field-based role supporting active construction, commissioning, and startup environments.

• 12‑hour rotating 7‑day on/off shifts.
• Occasional night and holiday shiftwork.
• Lift up to 50 lbs; team‑lift heavier loads.
• Use hand tools and diagnostic equipment.
• Stand, walk, climb, bend, and squat for extended periods.
• Work at elevated levels using ladders, scaffolding, or lifts.
• Work in extreme temperatures, loud areas, and confined spaces.