Electrical Commissioning Engineers

Position Overview

We are seeking qualified and motivated Electrical Commissioning Engineers to support facility startup and commissioning operations for a full-time, office-based project assignment. U.S. Citizenship is required for this role. The Electrical Commissioning Engineer will be responsible for managing all phases of electrical commissioning-from test package development through system handover-ensuring compliance with project specifications, safety standards, and operational requirements. This position plays a critical role in supporting integrated system testing and coordinating with multiple disciplines to achieve successful startup and turnover.

No per diems are allowed for this role.

• Lead and execute electrical commissioning and startup activities for assigned systems, coordinating closely with mechanical, instrumentation, and controls teams
• Manage the full commissioning process, from component-level testing through integrated operations with other facility systems
• Perform testing in accordance with Bechtel Corporate Standard Test and Commissioning Procedures (STCP),
  Standard Work Process Procedures (SWPP), and project-specific requirements
• Review and verify completion of test documentation, data sheets, and records to ensure compliance with technical and quality standards
• Oversee subcontractors and supplier technical advisors (TAs), ensuring commissioning activities are completed on schedule and within budget
• Provide feedback to engineering on revisions needed for system descriptions, test procedures, or vendor documentation
• Support live electrical work activities following NFPA 70E and corporate safety procedures
• Supervise craft and subcontract personnel, monitoring performance and adherence to safety and quality standards

• Analyze project scope, time, and resource needs to plan and schedule commissioning activities
• Develop and execute test packages, review engineering designs, and validate vendor submittals
• Coordinate with construction and startup disciplines to ensure seamless handoff and completion of required testing
• Manage supplier TAs, control time and cost expenditures, and document daily activities per established procedures
• Prepare and manage design change and non-conformance documents to accurately reflect as-built conditions

• Develop and maintain all turnover documentation, including test procedures, records, and system completion files
• Participate in system walkdowns and turnover activities from construction to startup and startup to owner
• Manage punch list items and ensure timely resolution of outstanding issues

• Initiate field material requisitions and perform quantity takeoffs for electrical materials and equipment
• Verify that testing and inspections meet project specifications, procedures, and regulatory standards
• Support preventive maintenance and equipment storage activities post-commissioning

• Prepare Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and conduct Field Level Hazard Assessments (FLHAs)
• Identify, document, and resolve ES&H issues promptly
• Ensure compliance with NFPA 70E and all corporate and site-specific electrical safety standards
• Actively demonstrate "walk the talk" leadership in safety and compliance

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, other Engineering discipline, hard science, or Mathematics from an accredited institution; or
• Industrial/military certification in electrical work and 2-5 years of relevant experience
  , or equivalent combination of education and specialized training
• 2-5 years' experience testing or maintaining low- to medium-voltage switch gear, transformers, and power distribution systems
• Experience calibrating protective relays preferred
• Minimum 2 years of experience supervising or managing electrical craft personnel during commissioning or maintenance activities

• Experience with low- and medium-voltage electrical systems and power distribution equipment
• Strong understanding of startup, commissioning, and operational engineering systems
• Knowledge of industry standards, codes, and regulatory requirements relevant to electrical testing and commissioning
• Familiarity with Instrumentation & Control System interfacing and testing preferred
• Skilled in subcontractor management and package development
• Proficiency in LOTO (Lockout/Tagout) processes and work authorization procedures
• Strong communication and technical writing abilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, Access) and digital project tools
• Ability to meet physical demands including extensive walking, climbing ladders/scaffolding, maneuvering in tight or elevated spaces, and working outdoors or in challenging conditions
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background check
  , and be able to obtain a NASA badge for access to the Kennedy Space Center