Demonstrated ability to manage vendors, contractors, and project stakeholders effectively.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute detailed electrical energization, shutdown, and restoration procedures.
Lead commissioning activities for medium-voltage and low-voltage systems including switchgear and transformers.
Manage electrical testing technicians and subcontractors during acceptance and commissioning testing.
Coordinate pre-functional checks, I/O verification, and integrated system testing.
Lead daily commissioning meetings to communicate system status and readiness for energization.
Benefits
Commitment to safety and adherence to core values.
Opportunities for professional development and training.
Collaborative work environment that values respect and teamwork.
Full Job Description
Job Summary
The Electrical Commissioning Supervisor is responsible for planning, developing, and executing electrical commissioning activities for power generation, industrial, renewable energy, LNG, and balance-of-plant facilities. The role leads electrical testing and commissioning technicians, develops energization procedures, coordinates vendor and contractor activities, and supports the Commissioning Manager in safely bringing electrical systems into service.
Essential Functions
Actively supports the Company's commitment to safety and its "Core Values."
Represents the Company at all times with high moral standards while adhering to the Company's "Code of Business Conduct and Ethics."
Develop detailed electrical energization, shutdown, and restoration procedures.
Lead medium-voltage and low-voltage commissioning activities for switchgear, transformers, MCCs, UPS systems, protective relays and associated controls.
Manage and direct electrical testing technicians and subcontractors performing acceptance and commissioning testing.
Coordinate pre-functional checks, I/O verification, loop checks, functional testing, and integrated system testing.
Support LOTO and system boundary management during commissioning and energization activities.
Develop commissioning schedules and coordinate interfaces between construction, operations, vendors, and engineering teams.
Lead daily commissioning meetings and communicate system status, risks, and readiness for energization.
Witness and supervise NETA-style testing, relay testing, transformer testing, cable testing, breaker testing, and associated electrical acceptance activities.
Manage punch lists, deficiencies, test records, turnover packages, and commissioning documentation.
Support operator training and system turnover to the owner.
Provide commissioning support during startup, performance testing, and reliability run activities.
Assists in the preparation of estimates for pre-commissioning, commissioning and performance testing activities.
Travel to meetings with customers and vendors as required.
Works on special projects and performs other related duties, as directed.
Qualifications
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field preferred; or equivalent combination of education/experience in lieu of degree..
6+ years of electrical testing, commissioning, startup, operations, maintenance, or construction experience in industrial or power facilities.
Certification from the Institute of Commissioning Assurance or equivalent is preferred.
OSHA 10-Hour Certification is required, OSHA 30-Hour Certification is preferred.
NICET or equivalent technical certification is preferred.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate vendors, contractors, and project stakeholders; manage schedules and interfaces; prepare technical documentation; and resolve complex technical issues during commissioning, startup, and energization activities.
Demonstrated experience developing energization procedures and leading first-time equipment energizations.
Working knowledge of protective relays, power system protection, switchgear, transformers, generators, BESS systems, and electrical distribution systems through 34.5 kV and above.
Knowledge of NFPA 70E, OSHA requirements, NETA testing practices, and electrical safety programs.
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, technical writing, and protection schemes.
Strong leadership, planning, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to travel extensively and work at project sites for extended durations.
At Matrix, we are dedicated to building a culture of engagement, respect, collaboration and teamwork. We encourage all whose experience aligns with the listed qualifications to apply and explore joining our organization.
About Matrix Service Co
Matrix Service Company provides engineering, fabrication, infrastructure, construction, and maintenance services primarily to the oil, gas, power, petrochemical, industrial, agricultural, and mining markets in the United States, Canada, and internationally. The company's Electrical Infrastructure segment offers construction and maintenance services to various power generation facilities, such as combined cycle plants and natural gas fired power stations; and high voltage services comprising the construction of new substations, upgrading existing substations, short-run transmission line installations, distribution upgrades and maintenance, and storm restoration services. Matrix Service Company was founded in 1984 and is headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
