Electrical Commissioning Engineer

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain electrical commissioning plans in alignment with ASHRAE standards, project requirements, Cx specifications, Sequence of Operations, LEED Gold requirements, California Title 24, EHS requirements, and the Commissioning Plan/PEP.
• Review design documents, project specifications, IFC drawings, and electrical sequences to identify commissioning requirements and potential issues.
• Create and finalize Factory Witness Test (FWT) lists and review factory test submissions with a focus on electrical equipment and systems.
• Create electrical system verification checklists and Functional Performance Test (FPT) procedures for OAT, FAT, and IST activities.
• Review, validate, and refine electrical Sequences of Operations (SOO) to ensure systems operate as designed.
• Lead electrical equipment Factory Witness Testing at manufacturer facilities prior to shipment and document findings for project stakeholders.
• Perform construction and installation verification inspections with a focus on electrical systems, equipment, structural supports, code clearances, sensors, and design compliance.
• Serve as a Task Leader for designated electrical system testing activities and coordinate testing with other commissioning disciplines.
• Execute Operational Acceptance Testing (OAT) on electrical systems and verify proper operation of electrical controls and software.
• Perform Functional Acceptance Testing (FAT) to confirm electrical systems operate in accordance with approved sequences, design requirements, and project specifications.
• Test intra-system dependencies between electrical systems and other building systems to verify proper operation and control sequences.
• Participate in Integrated Systems Testing (IST) to verify coordinated operation between electrical systems and other mission-critical building systems.
• Review and verify electrical load bank testing results and document system performance, efficiency, and operating metrics.
• Issue Green Tag certification when electrical systems have successfully completed required commissioning activities and are ready for the next phase of testing or acceptance.
• Identify, document, and track deficiencies, commissioning issues, and non-conformances through resolution.
• Maintain detailed electrical commissioning documentation within the Smart Completions system.
• Create and maintain Non-Conformance Logs (NCLs), commissioning punch lists, test records, and system documentation.
• Generate comprehensive commissioning reports and provide accurate documentation to project stakeholders and the owner.
• Verify electrical systems meet applicable LEED, energy-efficiency, ASHRAE 90.1, code, and project-specific requirements.
• Review O&M manuals, as-built drawings, test documentation, and turnover packages for completeness and accuracy.
• Attend weekly commissioning team meetings and provide updates on electrical commissioning progress, issues, risks, and upcoming activities.
• Collaborate with MEP/FP inspectors, special inspectors, testing agencies, controls personnel, contractors, engineers, and other commissioning disciplines.
• Coordinate with Facility Operations teams and project stakeholders to support system readiness, owner acceptance, and Blue Tag certification.
• Lead or support training sessions for facility personnel covering electrical system operation, controls, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• Assist with owner acceptance activities and resolution of outstanding electrical commissioning issues.
• Support post-occupancy commissioning activities, including facility operations meetings, electrical system troubleshooting, LEED documentation, and final commissioning reports.

Requirements

• Lighting Controls Technician (ATT-L) – strongly preferred
• 3–5+ years of hands-on electrical commissioning experience in semiconductor or high-tech facilities
• Strong knowledge of NFPA 70E, OSHA, ASHRAE, LEED, and Title 24
• Proven ability to interpret electrical drawings, sequences of operation, and technical specifications
• Familiarity with Smart Completions or similar commissioning management systems
• Excellent coordination, documentation, and communication skills

Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred
• Licensed Electrician (Journeyman or Master) preferred

Benefits

• Medical And Dental Insurance
• Life, Short-Term, Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Training And Educational Assistance
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Extra Annual Leave with Years of Experience
• Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Recognition Rewards