Commissioning Engineer - Energy

Reports to: Senior Program Manager, Commissioning | Location: On-site at project locations in California, Nevada, or Indiana | Travel: Up to 100% required

This position is eligible for the annual performance bonus. Final determination of starting pay will vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, education, and experience. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs.

About the Role

We are seeking a Commissioning Engineer to join our Renewables Group. This role involves working on multiple utility-scale Photovoltaic (PV) and Battery Storage (BESS) projects throughout North America. The position is within the program management department but is considered technical. Applicants with experience in and understanding of the electrical contracting industry are preferred.

This individual will work closely with CEI Project Team(s), Engineers of Record, and 3rd party subcontractors to ensure project commissioning documentation is completed and transmitted effectively and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Willingness to travel domestically, minimum 50% of the time over extended periods
• Develop a detailed understanding of PV and energy storage systems
• Read and understand all disciplines of construction plans and single line diagrams associated with PV systems, energy storage systems, and substations
• Familiarity with project lifecycle and contract structures for solar, storage, and high-voltage projects
• Become a subject matter expert in the testing and commissioning of utility-scale PV, Energy Storage, and Substation projects
• Develop expertise in regulations, compliance, and standards around applicable IEC and IEEE standards, Power Plant Controls (PPC)/SCADA, racking, electrical Balance of System, and Power Conversion Systems (AC and DC portions of projects)
• Develop technical 3rd party subcontractor SOW documents and RFPs, review associated proposals from a technical perspective, and participate in subcontractor selection
• Develop an understanding of Automatic Dispatch System (ADS) and Automatic Generation Controls (AGC) requirements
• Lead and facilitate technical discussions with Utility Scale Developers and Subcontractors, generate meeting minutes, and maintain action lists with respect to commissioning
• Facilitate problem-solving activities using formal processes to investigate and determine root cause
• Monitor testing and commissioning activities in conjunction with onsite Project Management and Union Supervision to ensure alignment with the project schedule
• Represent CEI in discussions with clients regarding component electrical testing, system functional testing, plant operational testing, and status of OEM and 3rd Party performance
• Oversee specialty subcontractors to ensure adherence to contractual obligations
• Review and comment on technical test procedures, construction and commissioning schedules, and drawing packages; ensure compliance with these documents
• Develop knowledge for interacting with SCADA engineers, Utilities, ISOs, and IPPs in the US market
• Develop understanding of power plant modeling software and model creation in PSSE, PSCAD, or similar tools
• Understand network communication architectures, protocols, and NERC standards
• Support the team with proactive communications
• Multitask and change priorities quickly; convert complex technical requirements into actionable plans
• Solve customers’ problems with a focus on delivering product value

Requirements

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Knowledge of P6 Scheduling
• Ability to read and interpret specifications and drawings
• Background in Photovoltaic and Battery Storage Systems
• Ability to work under time pressure and in stressful situations with a positive attitude
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, management, vendors, clients, and others

Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications, is qualifying.

• Education: BA/BS required
• Work Environment: Travel to US construction sites up to 75% required
• May be required to sit/stand at a desk/computer and/or drive/walk the project site for extended periods
• Required to work on job sites in all kinds of weather
• Must wear Hard Hat, Gloves, Safety Glasses, and appropriate footwear (supplier or job site-Safety toe)
• Traveling to vendors, which may be loud and/or dirty, is possible
• Experience: Typically requires no previous professional experience

Pay

Salary Range: $68,250 to $128,000