Commissioning Engineer

About Us

At POWERX, we make power work. We deliver engineering, protection and control, commissioning, NETA field services, and compliance, supporting the full lifecycle of power infrastructure. With a multinational footprint across the United State and Canada, we bring technical depth and field-proven experience to every project. POWERX is built on four pillars, with our people as the foundation. Guided by our values, HEART, our people-first culture shapes how we show up for each other and for our clients because we believe the best work comes from people who feel valued and supported.

That commitment to excellence has been recognized nationally, including Great Place to Work, Fortune Best Workplace in Construction, and Power Best Companies. Through our family of brands, POWERX Edge expands that promise with turnkey solutions across critical power infrastructure. Our edge is the ability to connect specialized expertise through one integrated platform, helping customers plan, build, energize, protect, and optimize power infrastructure with confidence.

In an industry where technology and complexity are ever-changing, we’re ready to help you meet today’s challenges while preparing for tomorrow’s innovations. Work with a team that’s powered by excellence.

Mission-critical Level I–V facility & mechanical commissioning, design review through owner turnover. A2LA Field Evaluation Body. 30+ years of experience via Genelco by POWERX Edge. The POWERX Edge brand also offers a direct gateway for utilities services, including, distribution engineering, P&C, SCADA validation, wiring, construction support & reliability. Elect, A POWERX Company offers electrical & power-systems engineering, studies, utility & substation design serving NC, GA, VA & NY.

All other services roll up under our main platform, POWERX, supporting the full lifecycle of power infrastructure.

• Competitive Pay
• Incentives for Certifications
• Referral Bonus Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical, dental, vision, LTD, STD, Basic Life/AD&D, and other ancillary products
• 401k program with a company match
• Performance Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• PTO including Wellness Days and Paid Holidays
• And much more!

The Commissioning Engineer I is responsible for supporting engineering teams and the execution of commissioning activities, including site inspections, equipment testing, and documentation. This role will be assisting all basic activities associated with the installation and commissioning of data center and substation equipment, such as protection and control systems, generators, UPS systems, and all other similar equipment for which commissioning work is typically required.

The Commissioning Engineer I plays a key role in ensuring that electrical/mechanical systems are safe, efficient, and meet quality standards.

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• Assist in the commissioning of electrical/mechanical systems and equipment, including power distribution systems, control systems, and backup power systems.
• Assist with conducting site observations and preparing field reports on the status of projects with respect to compliance.
• Implement the use of appropriate barriers to prevent unnecessary outages while working in substations or on any type of energized equipment.
• Review drawings and submittals to ensure compliance with design specifications and project requirements.

• Create and perform test procedures for electrical/mechanical equipment to ensure proper operation.
• Assist in the development and execution of test procedures and protocols.
• Document test results and provide detailed reports on the findings.

• Prepare punch list reports and determine corrective measures to on-site problems.
• Identify customer needs and resolve or elevate issues/needs to appropriate parties.
• Investigate commissioning problems and implement solutions to resolve identified issues.
• Work with senior engineers to develop and implement solutions to resolve any identified issues.

• Maintain accurate and detailed records of…