Power Solutions Commissioning Intern; Substation
New York, New York City, Richmond County, New York, USA
Listed on 2026-10-26
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Engineering Design & Technologists, Test Engineer
Location: New York
DLB Associates is a premier engineering and consulting firm specializing in innovative, mission-critical solutions across hyperscale data centers, advanced infrastructure, and high-performance building systems. With over four decades of expertise, we partner with some of the world’s most influential companies to design and optimize environments that demand precision, scalability, and resilience.
Join us and be part of a team where your voice matters, your work makes an impact, and your growth is a shared priority.
Position Title:Substation Commissioning Intern
Position Location:
Remote - work from anywhere in the United States. Must be located near a major airport.
Education / Experience Requirements:
Must be actively pursuing a Bachelors / Masters Engineering Degree or similar
Travel Requirements:
Up to 75% domestic travel; relocation may be considered for long-term project needs. Must have a valid driver’s license.
Job Summary
The Commissioning Intern is focused on gaining foundational knowledge and hands-on experience in commissioning. This role provides technical support in inspection, validation, and testing of electrical and mechanical equipment.
The Commissioning Intern I will primarily assist senior team members, following structured test scripts, setting up test equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety and reporting standards.
The Commissioning Intern will rely on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. They will work under immediate supervision.
This person will communicate and operate in line with organizational goals and values, as well as departmental objectives.
Essential Functions Assist with On-Site Inspection, Testing & Validation (50%)- Observe and participate in factory witness testing
- Observe startup activities
- Learn to use technical equipment to perform testing
- Observe and learn about functional testing of equipment and electrical, mechanical and controls systems
- Troubleshoot system components
- Assist in the development of commissioning plans
- Assist with preparation of pre-functional checklists
- Assist with preparation of functional performance test scripts
- Learn to review shop drawings and submittals
- Learn to review sequence of operations
- Assist in commissioning focused design reviews
- Assist in the preparation of project progress reports for internal and external stakeholders
- Assist in preparation and contributes to final commissioning report
- Manage personal hours using company tools
Completion of Assigned Tasks and Deliverables on Time and on Budget
Performs Other Related Duties as Assigned
POSITION REQUIREMENTS (BEGINNER LEVEL FOR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED)- Knowledge of electrical, mechanical and controls system principles
- Skilled at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management
- Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail
- Ability to leverage AI and emerging technologies to streamline workflows, optimize operational processes, and contribute to company-wide innovation
- Ability to work successfully in a remote environment through effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness and resourcefulness in a distraction free workspace
- Ability to follow company and site safety requirements
- Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondence
- Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form (technical and non-technical information)
- Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with supervision
- Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines
- Ability to achieve certification for NFPA
70E and / or OSHA training as / if required - Organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
The following physical demands must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Frequently manipulating, moving or grasping small parts, devices or tools.
- Frequently required to remain in a stationary position
- Frequently moving through office, critical facility and other environments (such as low temperatures, high temperatures and outdoor…
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