BESS Field Commissioning Coordinator

About the role

We're looking for a BESS Field Commissioning Coordinator (Entry Level) on behalf of our client. This is a 1-year contract assignment. Join a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) developer and support the on-site commissioning team as an entry-level Commissioning Coordinator. You will help coordinate daily field activities during installation. Additionally, you will help with quality checks, plant testing, commissioning, and startup of BESS (and, where applicable, solar coupled) power systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in the site safety program, attend toolbox talks, and follow all safety procedures and permit requirements
• Coincide with EPC/OEM teams to track commissioning activities, open items, and upcoming test windows; escalate risks to the Commissioning Manager
• Provide daily/weekly status updates (progress, open issues, and needs) using standard templates and reporting tools
• Help coordinate third-party testing activities (e.g., substation, metering) by confirming schedules, access, and document needs
• Support energization readiness by tracking prerequisites and ensuring required documentation is available to the team
• Review test requirements and contractual test criteria with the team to understand scope and documentation needs (training provided)
• Coincide with Engineering, Commissioning, and Project Management to confirm testing prerequisites and required support resources

Qualifications

• Average degree (two-year college) in Electrical Engineering Technology (EET) (preferred) or a closely related technical program
• Electrical fundamentals from EET coursework (AC/DC circuits, basic power calculations, and safe measurement practices)
• Read and interpret one-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, and equipment nameplates (training provided for site-specific standards)
• Introductory familiarity with three-phase power systems and electrical equipment (switchgear, breakers, transformers, meters) through EET coursework or hands-on training
• Comfort working around electrical equipment; understand the importance of LOTO, PPE, and electrical safety practices (NFPA 70E awareness)

Skills

Not specified

Benefits

Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
401(k) Savings Plan
Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

Pay

The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $55.00/hr. to $60.00/hr.

Schedule

US travel and stay at project locations for the duration of commissioning activities. Travel up to 75%. When not on site, support the team remotely with documentation, progress tracking, and coordination (including support for remote monitoring tools as assigned).