Electrical Commissioning Engineer

  • United States
  • POSTED 8 MONTHS AGO

About the job

Structure Resources is seeking an Electrical Commissioning Engineer for a direct-hire opportunity with a nationally recognized electrical contractor. This award-winning design-build firm delivers complex infrastructure projects across commercial, industrial, and mission-critical markets and is expanding its commissioning group due to sustained national growth.

This role is ideal for a hands-on electrical commissioning professional who enjoys working in the field and has deep experience with power systems startup, testing, and system integration. The Electrical Commissioning Engineer will support and execute commissioning activities for critical electrical infrastructure, ensuring systems are installed, tested, and operating in accordance with design intent, safety standards, and owner requirements.

This is a high-visibility opportunity offering excellent benefits, long-term career growth, and exposure to some of the most complex electrical projects in the U.S.

What They’re Looking For:

3–5 years of experience executing electrical commissioning activities in commercial, industrial, or mission-critical environments

Strong technical expertise with HV substations, MV/LV switchgear, UPS systems, generators, PDUs, RPPs, and busway

Working knowledge of commissioning plans, startup procedures, system integration, and functional performance testing

Experience coordinating with project stakeholders including GCs, electrical contractors, vendors, and owner teams

Willingness to work on-site approximately 75% of the time across regional and national projects

Solid understanding of NFPA 70E, OSHA 10, and electrical safety best practices

Proficiency with documentation, test reports, checklists, and commissioning software/tools (Bluebeam, CAD, etc.)

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred

Bonus Qualifications:

Experience commissioning data centers or other mission-critical facilities

Familiarity with ECx documentation, integrated systems testing, and final turnover packages

Ability to troubleshoot electrical system issues during startup and testing phases

Experience supporting owner training and operational handoff

Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills in fast-paced environments

Compensation & Perks:

Highly competitive base salary

100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

401(k) with company match

30-day paid sabbatical every 5 years

Long-term opportunity with a financially stable, nationally respected electrical contractor

Clear career path within a growing commissioning and mission-critical team