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Commissioning Engineer

Minneapolis, MN, US • Posted 10 hours ago • Updated 10 hours ago

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Acceptance Testing
Data Centers
FSA
Insurance
Talent Management
Online Learning
Accountability
Continuous Improvement
Reporting
Distribution
Startups
Project Implementation
Field Engineering
SAFE
System Administration
SCADA
Functional Testing
Regulatory Compliance
Issue Resolution
Corrective And Preventive Action
RFI
Documentation
Technical Support
Project Lifecycle Management
System Requirements
Microprocessor
Inspection
Testing
Management
Supervision
Communication
Electrical Engineering
PASS
Military
Recruiting

Acceptance Testing
Data Centers
FSA
Insurance
Talent Management
Online Learning
Accountability
Continuous Improvement
Reporting
Distribution
Startups
Project Implementation
Field Engineering
SAFE
System Administration
SCADA
Functional Testing
Regulatory Compliance
Issue Resolution
Corrective And Preventive Action
RFI
Documentation
Technical Support
Project Lifecycle Management
System Requirements
Microprocessor
Inspection
Testing
Management
Supervision
Communication
Electrical Engineering
PASS
Military
Recruiting

Summary

Overview

Job Title: Commissioning Engineer

About The Company:

Electric Power Systems (EPS) is a NETA-accredited independent electrical testing and engineering organization specializing in electrical acceptance testing, commissioning, and maintenance for clients across Data Centers, Utility, Generation, Renewables, Transit, Industrial and Commercial Facilities throughout North America. We are committed to safety, technical expertise, and setting the standard of excellence in the power industry.

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
Health Savings Account (HSA) and a Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Perks:

Competitive Pay
Talent Development - Instructor-Led Technical Courses and Online Learning
Career Path Planning
Incentives for Professional Certifications
Competitive Per Diem for Travel
Referral Bonuses
Tuition Reimbursement

Position Overview:

The Commissioning Area Engineer is responsible for coordinating, work connected with the testing and/or commissioning of electrical distribution and transmission substations for utility clients. Individual will provide direct supervision over Electric Power Systems startup personnel along with other suppliers such as contractor electricians and engineering staff.

Responsibilities

Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement through active participation in safety programs.
Support continuous improvement through incident reviews, lessons learned, and proactive safety reporting.
Coordinate and lead testing and commissioning activities for new and existing electrical transmission and distribution substations (greenfield and brownfield equipment).
Verify that all testing and commissioning procedures comply with company standards, client requirements, and industry best practices.

Supervise and direct startup personnel, contractor electricians, and engineering teams to ensure safe and efficient project execution.
Perform substation field engineering, including development of work plans and oversight of testing activities during commissioning.
Develop, review, and revise isolation and restoration procedures to support safe energization and system operations.
Prepare and execute integrated functional test plans to validate protection, control, and SCADA systems.
Lead functional testing efforts, ensuring compliance with project specifications, design standards, and utility requirements.
Direct troubleshooting and issue resolution during commissioning, including development and execution of corrective action plans.
Mark up field drawings, generate discrepancy lists, and formulate request for information logs (RFI's) and complete project closeout documentation within required timelines.
Provide on-site technical support to design engineering, construction teams, and operations personnel throughout project lifecycle.
Interface with customer contacts, operators, and key stakeholders to ensure alignment with operational needs and system requirements or design improvements.
Deliver technical guidance on complex or non-standard issues while maintaining adherence to utility design philosophy and standards.

Qualifications

BS or 2 year degree in electrical engineering is a plus, along with experience in communicating with microprocessor type relays.
Minimum 5 years' experience in electrical equipment testing and inspection, including high voltage applications
Knowledge of testing, commissioning and maintenance of power equipment.
Excellent management and supervisory skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Superior Safety record
Broad experience with wide variety of electrical apparatus used in power industry, including transformers, breakers and switchgear.
Experience in working in utility transmission substation is required.
Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen due to this being a safety sensitive position.

EPS is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, disability, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), political affiliation, military service, national origin, age or any other characteristics protected by state or federal laws.

EPS does not work with individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies, and will not recognize claim to any unsolicited resumes or candidate information.

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