Electrical Lead

Electrical Commissioning & Construction Specialist

Location:Riverdale, GA

Client
- Southern Company Services

Contract- 1 Year

This role is a senior-level position requiring extensive experience in Construction, Engineering Design, Gas Compression Stations, LNG Plant Startup, Plant Engineering, Operations, and/or Maintenance. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing construction compliance, commissioning activities, and electrical testing/verification of industrial process equipment and power distribution systems. A strong focus on safety, quality, and project schedule adherence is essential.

• Abide by and promote all safety rules and procedures; contribute to a safety-focused culture.

• Inspect construction installations for compliance with drawings, specifications, and standards.

• Assist in planning the sequence and schedule of construction activities to meet budget and timeline objectives.

• Verify that all installations meet quality standards and document measurable progress.

• Identify installation issues, assist in developing solutions, and ensure corrective actions are taken.

• Support site management in contract administration and participate in key meetings (pre-bid, pre-mobilization, contractor orientation, JSAs, status updates).

• Verify installation, testing, commissioning, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and operation of industrial electrical devices and power distribution systems.

• Perform electrical checks/testing, documentation, and as-built verification to confirm alignment with project design and manufacturer specifications.

• Work with field engineers, construction teams, and owner’s personnel to achieve daily commissioning goals.

• Ensure compliance with electrical testing standards, OSHA requirements, and applicable safety codes.

• Provide training to owner’s operational and maintenance staff on electrical systems and equipment.

• Familiarity with and ability to work on:

  • Switchyards, Switchgear, MCCs

  • Motors and Drives (VFDs, Generators)

  • Protective Relaying & Control Circuits

  • Transformers (Power & Distribution)

  • Electrical distribution and control equipment.

• 10+ years of related experience or a 4-year engineering degree in a related discipline.

• Combined experience in construction, commissioning, engineering design, plant startup, operations, or maintenance.

• Prior experience with industrial/power plant projects strongly preferred.

• Deep knowledge of electrical standards (OSHA, NFPA, NEC) and best practices.

• Proficiency in industrial power & process plant systems (medium/low voltage).

• Skilled in installation verification, testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and documentation of electrical systems.

• Strong understanding of construction practices for conduits, cable tray installation, supports, and cable-pulling techniques.

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and specifications.

• Competence in creating and/or following safe work procedures (LOTO, Arc Flash, Arc Blast, Shock Hazard protections).

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

• Effective communication skills (verbal & written); comfortable interfacing with contractors, vendors, designers, and owner’s representatives.

• Ability to lead and supervise technicians, subcontractors, or client personnel as required.

• High degree of self-motivation, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to project completion.

• Must be willing to work nights, weekends, and extended hours as project schedules require.

• Ability to travel to site locations and perform physical tasks related to inspections and equipment testing.

• Participate in continuous improvement of site processes and contribute to a culture of safety and compliance.