Electrical Engineer – Power Innovation (Commissioning)

Electrical Engineer – Power Innovation (Commissioning)

Position Summary

The Electrical Engineer – Power Innovation supports the safe, reliable, and efficient commissioning and startup of power generation and energy systems. This role provides electrical engineering expertise throughout pre-commissioning, commissioning, and turnover, ensuring systems are properly tested, verified, and ready for operation.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical engineering support across commissioning, startup, and system turnover phases.
• Lead and support electrical commissioning activities, including testing, verification, and troubleshooting of switchgear, transformers, generators, associated systems, protection relays, and control systems.
• Validate power system studies (short circuit, coordination, and arc flash) and ensure alignment with as-built conditions prior to energization.
• Execute and oversee electrical testing activities (e.g., insulation resistance, hi-pot, relay testing, and functional verification).
• Support pre-commissioning activities, including loop checks, calibration, and protection system verification.
• Coordinate and participate in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), Pre-Startup Safety Review (PSSR), and Ready for Startup (RFSU) processes to ensure systems meet requirements for startup and turnover.
• Collaborate with Project Management, Construction, Commissioning, Controls, and Operations teams to ensure aligned execution and system readiness.
• Work in the field to support testing, troubleshooting, and issue resolution during commissioning and startup.
• Ensure compliance with National Electrical Code (NEC), NFPA 70E, IEEE standards, and company safety requirements.
• Support Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) and power generation system integration, including system-level testing and performance validation.
• Develop and maintain commissioning documentation, including Inspection and Test Reports (ITRs), test records, redlines, and turnover packages.
• Identify, track, and drive resolution of punch list items prior to system handover.
• Coordinate with vendors to support installation, testing, and commissioning activities.
• Promote continuous improvement and support the development of standardized commissioning processes and tools.
• Mentor and support the development of junior engineers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology.
• 4+ years of experience in electrical engineering, power systems, or commissioning in power generation, industrial, or related industries.
• Proficiency with electrical power systems and equipment (switchgear, transformers, and generators), electrical drawings, one-line diagrams, control systems, and commissioning, testing, and startup processes.

Preferred:

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or actively pursuing one.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
• Experience with power generation, data centers, or Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) systems.
• Experience supporting or leading commissioning and startup activities.
• Familiarity with Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) execution and turnover processes.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with power system analysis tools (e.g., ETAP, SKM, PSCAD, MATLAB, or similar).
• Experience with protection relay testing and electrical test equipment (e.g., Omicron, Doble, and Megger).
• Strong understanding of protection coordination and arc flash analysis.
• Strong understanding of grid integration and energy storage systems.
• Strong understanding of Distributed Control System (DCS) and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems and electrical integration.

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

This is a field-based role supporting active construction, commissioning, and startup environments. The role requires the ability to:

• Work in industrial settings and follow all required safety protocols.
• Work 12-hour, 7-days-on/7-days-off rotating shifts.
• Work in a variety of conditions, including extreme temperatures, loud areas, and confined spaces.
• Lift up to 50 lbs. and team-lift heavier loads.
• Stand, walk, climb, bend, and squat for extended periods.
• Work at elevated levels using ladders, scaffolding, or lifts with appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Use hand tools and mechanical diagnostic equipment.
• Work occasional night shifts and holidays.