Electrical Commissioning Lead

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Job Description: Electrical Commissioning Lead

Location: Red Oak, TX

The Electrical Commissioning Lead supports the Commissioning Manager at Yates Construction by focusing on the electrical aspects of Owner-Furnished, Contractor-Installed (OFCI) and Contractor-Furnished, Contractor-Installed (CFCI) equipment. This role involves leading electrical trade partners through installation, testing, and integration, ensuring systems such as switchboards, transformers, and UPS meet performance criteria, safety standards, and project timelines while collaborating with mechanical teams and the CxA.

• Develop, review & execute electrical-specific commissioning procedures, checklists, and test protocols for delivery and pre-functional testing activities, including energization, loop checks, and point-to-point verifications.
• Coordinate with trade partners and vendors for pre-installation meetings, delivery inspections, and installation, verifying compliance with manufacturer instructions and codes (e.g., NEC, IEEE).
• Lead on-site electrical testing, troubleshooting, and issue resolution during pre-functional testing, documenting results and deficiencies in Yates’ commissioning software.
• Assign and oversee energy isolation marshals for electrical activities, enforcing LOTO programs and energization plans to maintain safety.
• Support the CxA in functional and integrated systems testing for electrical systems, including load simulations and utility shutdown scenarios.
• Collaborate with the Mechanical Commissioning Lead and Commissioning Manager to ensure interdisciplinary integration, such as UPS with cooling systems.
• Conduct quality inspections at milestones, review documentation like torque reports and megger tests, and contribute to issue logs for deferred items.
• Facilitate vendor training on electrical systems and assist in compiling as-built drawings and final reports.
• Ensure all electrical work adheres to Yates’ safety protocols, including PPE usage and hazard mitigation.

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field or related field experience.
• 5+ years in electrical commissioning, ideally in projects involving complex electrical systems.
• In-depth knowledge of electrical systems, PLCs, SCADA, and testing equipment.
• Strong leadership, technical troubleshooting, and documentation skills.
• Proficiency in software tools like Bluebeam, Revit/ACC, AutoCAD, ETAP, and asset management/commissioning platforms.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Licensed Electrician, NETA certification) preferred.
• Ability to work under pressure in field environments with strong attention to detail.

Primarily site-based with exposure to mechanical and electrical hazards; requires PPE, adherence to OSHA, Owner and Yates’ safety standards. Will involve climbing, lifting, and working in confined spaces.

This job description reflects an assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Physical requirements for this role may include but not limited to walking, standing, operating tools/equipment, and lifting items (up to 25lbs). Tasks may also be carried out in varying weather conditions and environments as applicable to the position.

Ranked among the top commercial and industrial construction companies in the country by Engineering News-Record, Yates Construction is family-owned and provides a wide range of construction and building services. Incorporated in 1964 by William G. Yates Jr., we have steadily grown to become one of the top commercial and industrial construction companies in the nation. We are financially sound with a significant bonding capacity as well as vast personnel and equipment resources.

Our portfolio includes commercial and industrial projects from various sectors including arts and culture, civil, commercial, education, entertainment and gaming, federal, healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing, municipal, retail, and technology. We work hard to understand our client’s business needs and continually look for…