Commissioning Engineer

Full-time, hourly position (40 hours/week) with on-site work and up to 100% travel across AZ, MO, IA, TX, NV, OK, NE, and TN.

About the role

Execute and support commissioning, testing, startup, and turnover activities for electrical power systems and equipment. Develop and perform commissioning procedures, test plans, and documentation for MV/LV systems, generators, UPS systems, switchgear, and related infrastructure. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient system operation. Coordinate commissioning activities with clients, contractors, vendors, and project teams.

Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and commissioning deliverables commensurate with experience level. Lead field testing activities, oversee commissioning execution, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. Prepare and maintain commissioning reports, test records, and project documentation.

Commissioning Engineer III: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and commissioning personnel.

Responsibilities

• Execute and support commissioning, testing, startup, and turnover activities for electrical power systems and equipment.
• Develop and perform commissioning procedures, test plans, and documentation for MV/LV systems, generators, UPS systems, switchgear, and related infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient system operation.
• Coordinate commissioning activities with clients, contractors, vendors, and project teams.
• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and commissioning deliverables.
• Lead field testing activities, oversee commissioning execution, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Prepare and maintain commissioning reports, test records, and project documentation.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and commissioning personnel (Commissioning Engineer III).

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree (B.S.) or Master's Degree (M.S.) in electrical engineering from an ABET-accredited college/university.
• Experience with commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and startup of utility, industrial, generation, transmission, distribution, or substation electrical systems.
• Knowledge of protection and control systems, electrical equipment testing, power system operation, and commissioning best practices.
• Familiarity with IEEE, IEC, ANSI, NETA, NFPA 70E, NESC, and other applicable industry codes and standards.
• Experience with commissioning and testing of protective relays, circuit breakers, transformers, switchgear, SCADA systems, and associated electrical equipment is preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to project sites as required.
• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to bend, crouch, climb, and work at various heights.
• Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as needed.
• 100% annual travel for team meetings and business needs.
• Ability to work effectively in a fully remote environment.

Qualifications

• Commissioning Engineer I: 1–3 years of related experience preferred.
• Commissioning Engineer II: 3+ years of experience in electrical testing, commissioning, or power systems engineering. FE certification preferred.
• Commissioning Engineer III: 7+ years of experience in electrical testing, commissioning, startup, or power systems engineering. PE license preferred.

Pay

$32–$89/hour, plus generous overtime opportunities. Total earnings may exceed the base pay range based on overtime worked.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee wellness programs
• Opportunity for advancement
• Wellness resources