Electrical Commissioning Project Engineer

2 weeks ago


Ashburn, Virginia, United States Gilder Search Group Full time

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Commissioning Firm, Discipline: CXA / Commissioning. Our client is a prominent leader in the assessment and commissioning services for critical facilities across the United States.

They specialize in providing expert commissioning, consulting, and management services within the Data Center and Mission Critical Facilities sector, focusing on reliability, energy efficiency, and sustainability for Enterprise, Colocation, and Hyperscale Companies.

This opportunity is geared towards career growth, offering engaging projects that utilize cutting-edge technology and innovation, along with competitive compensation and benefits.

Position: Electrical Commissioning Engineer

Location: Ashburn, VA

In this role, you will implement onsite commissioning strategies, collect and analyze specifications, and carry out tasks in a multidisciplinary engineering commissioning capacity for large-scale facility projects.

The commissioning team follows a comprehensive quality management process that ensures validation and documentation of the systems in place.

The commissioning approach encompasses a broad array of procedures designed to confirm the integrity and performance of mission-critical support infrastructure.


Key Responsibilities:
  • Engage in daily commissioning activity meetings.
  • Oversee equipment pre-start-up and start-up protocols.
  • Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) and Methods of Procedures (MOPs).
  • Generate comprehensive commissioning documentation.
  • Prepare testing procedures and reports; maintain commissioning logs, equipment checklists, and other tracking tools.
  • Draft detailed reports that include recommendations for optimizing operations, functional checklists, and lists of deficiencies.
  • Review design criteria, specifications, drawings, and equipment submittals relevant to commissioning.
  • Conduct integrated system testing and load bank testing; compile testing procedure results.
  • Administer functional tests for various systems, including electrical distribution systems, UPS, and standby generators.
  • Prepare commissioning plans and adhere to the company’s quality control processes.
  • Lead and manage external resources as necessary; schedule and facilitate periodic commissioning meetings.
  • Interface with clients, contractors, equipment vendors, and owner agents as required.
  • Execute project assignments and collaborate with project contractors, vendors, and testing technicians.
  • Assist with field troubleshooting of commissioned equipment as needed.

Qualifications:

  • 4-10+ years of experience with Electrical Power Systems.
  • Experience in Data Center and Mission Critical environments is essential.
  • A Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree in Electrical Engineering is advantageous.
  • Military experience in Electrical/Mechanical roles is a significant plus.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.
  • Proficiency in various computer systems and applications.
  • Experience in commissioning enterprise data centers, colocation facilities, and hyperscale companies.
  • Willingness to travel is necessary.
  • Experience in complex facilities or mission-critical projects is highly valued.
  • Familiarity with electrical equipment testing in critical facilities is required.
  • Experience conducting Level 1-5 Commissioning is preferred.
  • Basic knowledge of systems design for various projects is beneficial.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Microsoft Project is expected.

Company Overview:

Our client offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical insurance and a 401(k) plan. They are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.



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