About the job Electrical Engineer (General)
Position SummaryThe Electrical Engineer - Power Innovation supports the safe, reliable, and efficient commissioning and startup of power generation and energy systems. This role provides electrical engineering expertise throughout pre-commissioning, commissioning, and turnover, ensuring systems are properly tested, verified, and ready for operation.
Responsibilities- Provide electrical engineering support across commissioning, startup, and system turnover phases
- Lead and support electrical commissioning activities, including testing, verification, and troubleshooting of:
- Switchgear, transformers, generators, and associated systems
- Protection relays and control systems
- Validate power system studies (short circuit, coordination, arc flash) and ensure alignment with as-built conditions prior to energization
- Execute and oversee electrical testing activities (e.g., insulation resistance, hi-pot, relay testing, functional verification)
- Support pre-commissioning activities, including loop checks, calibration, and protection system verification
- Coordinate and participate in FAT, SAT, PSSR, and RFSU processes to ensure systems meet requirements for startup and turnover
- Collaborate with Project Management, Construction, Commissioning, Controls, and Operations teams to ensure aligned execution and system readiness
- Work directly in the field to support testing, troubleshooting, and issue resolution during commissioning and startup
- Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE standards, and company safety requirements
- Support BESS and power generation system integration, including system-level testing and performance validation
- Develop and maintain commissioning documentation, including ITRs, test records, redlines, and turnover packages
- Identify, track, and drive resolution of punch list items prior to system handover
- Coordinate with vendors to support installation, testing, and commissioning activities
- Promote continuous improvement and support development of standardized commissioning processes and tools
- Mentor and support development of junior engineers
- Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET accredited), or
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology with a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license - 4+ years of experience in electrical engineering, power systems, or commissioning in power generation, industrial, or related industries
- Working knowledge of:
- Electrical power systems and equipment (switchgear, transformers, generators)
- Electrical drawings, one-line diagrams, and control systems
- Commissioning, testing, and startup processes
Preferred Qualifications- Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or actively pursuing
- Experience with power generation, data centers, or BESS systems
- Experience supporting or leading commissioning and startup activities
- Familiarity with FAT/SAT execution and turnover processes
Technical Skills- Proficiency with power system analysis tools (e.g., ETAP, SKM, PSCAD, MATLAB, or similar)
- Experience with protection relay testing and electrical test equipment (e.g., Omicron, Doble, Megger)
- Understanding of:
- Protection coordination and arc flash analysis
- Grid integration and energy storage systems
- DCS/SCADA systems and electrical integration
Work Environment- Field-based role supporting active construction, commissioning, and startup environments
- Requires the ability to work in industrial settings and follow all required safety protocols
