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Job Id : CLI-45833-3 Job Type: Contractual Electrical Engineer – Power Innovation (Commissioning) Position Summary The 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 or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Technology • 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 • Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (from ABET accredited Institution) • 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. Work Schedule & Other Details • 12 hour 7-day on/off rotating shifts • Work in a variety of conditions, including extreme temperatures, loud areas, and confined spaces • Lift up to 50 lbs and team-lift heavier loads • Stand, walk, climb, bend, and squat for extended periods • Work at elevated levels using ladders, scaffolding, or lifts with appropriate PPE • Use hand tools and mechanical diagnostic equipment • Occasional shiftwork on nights and holidays

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Job Id : CLI-45833-3
Job Type: Contractual
Electrical Engineer – Power Innovation (Commissioning)
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

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Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or actively pursuing
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (from ABET accredited Institution)
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)

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