Electrical Commissioning Engineer - Power Systems

JoB Training & Coaching

American Fork, UT

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology), Acceptance Testing, Analysis Skills, Commissioning, Commissioning - Engineering, Construction Control, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Documentation, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Power Systems, Electrical Wiring, Electricity, Engineering, IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers), Industry Standards, Low Voltage (LV), Maintain Compliance, Maintenance - Electrical, Mentoring, National Electrical Code, Power Engineering, Power Generation, Problem Solving Skills, Professional Engineer, Project/Program Management, Regulations, Safety Compliance, Safety Training, Schematics, Startup, System Start-Up, System Validation, Systems Engineering, Technical Leadership, Testing
LOCATION
American Fork, UT
POSTED
Today

Location: Eagle M., UT (On-site)Employment Type: Full-TimeExperience Level: Mid-LevelVisa or Relocation support: N/ABuild the Future of Power Infrastructure We are seeking a skilled Electrical Commissioning Engineer to support the commissioning, startup, testing, and turnover of electrical power systems for complex industrial and energy projects. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys hands‑on field work, solving technical challenges, and ensuring critical electrical systems are safely commissioned and ready for operation.You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams throughout the commissioning lifecycle while ensuring compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and project specifications.Key Responsibilities Lead and support electrical commissioning, startup, and system turnover activities.Perform commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and verification of: Medium and Low Voltage (MV/LV) switchgearPower transformersGeneratorsDistribution systemsProtection relays and associated control systemsExecute electrical testing including: Insulation Resistance (Megger)Hi‑Pot TestingProtection Relay TestingFunctional TestingEquipment VerificationSupport pre‑commissioning activities including: Loop checksCalibrationProtection system verificationReview electrical drawings, one‑line diagrams, schematics, and control wiring diagrams to verify installation accuracy.Validate power system studies including short circuit, coordination, and arc flash analysis against as‑built conditions.Participate in Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), PSSR, RFSU, and system turnover activities.Coordinate with Construction, Controls, Project Management, Operations, and vendor teams throughout commissioning and startup.Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve electrical issues during commissioning.Prepare and maintain commissioning documentation including: Inspection Test Records (ITRs)Test reportsRedline drawingsTurnover packagesPunch listsEnsure compliance with NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE standards, and all project safety requirements.Support commissioning of power generation and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) where applicable.Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and standardized commissioning procedures.Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance when needed.Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET‑accredited programORBachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology with an active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.Minimum 4 years of electrical engineering experience in one or more of the following: Power generationIndustrial facilitiesUtilitiesData centersHeavy industrial environmentsEnergy infrastructureProven hands‑on experience commissioning and starting up electrical power systems.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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