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Commiissioning Manager

Job in Norfolk, Virginia, 23500, USA
Listing for: Earthstream
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-16
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Electrical Engineering
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 100000 - 130000 USD Yearly USD 100000.00 130000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

The Commissioning Manager for offshore Substations is responsible for managing all pre-commissioning, commissioning, and handover activities to ensure safe, timely, and efficient energization of offshore substations. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and a focus on HSE compliance and quality assurance.

Roles and Responsibilities
  • Lead and coordinate the commissioning team, including engineers, vendors, and contractors.
  • Develop and maintain commissioning execution plans, schedules, and procedures.
  • Act as the single point of contact for all commissioning activities on the OSS.
  • Ensure commissioning activities align with project milestones and reporting requirements.
  • Oversee pre-commissioning and commissioning of HV systems, protection & control, SCADA, auxiliary, and mechanical systems.
  • Review and approve commissioning procedures and test documentation.
  • Troubleshoot technical issues and coordinate resolution with OEMs and contractors.
  • Ensure compliance with HSE standards, permits to work, and isolation procedures.
  • Conduct risk assessments and implement safe systems of work.
  • Track punch lists, manage non-conformities, and ensure closure before handover.
  • Verify documentation, statutory inspections, and certification requirements are met.
  • Coordinate handover of completed systems from construction to operations teams.
  • Provide training and knowledge transfer to operations/maintenance personnel.
  • Lead final acceptance tests (FAT/SAT) and ensure proper handover documentation.
Qualifications and Skills
  • Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline.
  • Extensive experience in commissioning of offshore substations, power plants, or large-scale electrical infrastructure.
  • Strong knowledge of HV/MV/LV systems, protection and control, and SCADA systems.
  • Excellent leadership and coordination skills, with experience managing multi-disciplinary teams.
  • Familiarity with international standards (IEC, IEEE, etc.) and grid compliance requirements.
  • Strong focus on HSE compliance and safe systems of work.
  • Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
  • Strong communication, reporting, and stakeholder management abilities.
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