Commissioning Lead – Electrical

Springtide Project Services•Santa Clara, CA

9d•$159,000 - $244,000•Onsite

About The Position

At Springtide, a division of IPS (a Berkshire Hathaway company), we listen, understand, and lean into complex challenges to unlock new solutions and realize opportunities with our partners. Distinguished by our agility, creativity, expertise, and owner’s perspective, we deliver faster time-to-market and longer-lasting value, enabling you to do more. We are seeking an Electrical Commissioning Lead to work full-time on site with our client located near Santa Clara, California. The salary offered for this role is between $159,000 and $244,000, but the actual salary offered is dependent on experience, skill set, and education.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in a related subject from an accredited university
7+ years of experience in leading electrical systems construction and commissioning operations
10+ years of professional engineering experience in CSA engineering with commissioning experience
High-voltage electrical commissioning experience (transformers, switchgear, MCCs, substations).
Experience leading electrical commissioning teams and third-party testing providers.
Strong technical knowledge of construction completion, testing, and energization procedures.
Ability to troubleshoot electrical systems during startup and commissioning.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and documentation skills with the ability to understand complex problems and distil the message into a clear plan
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and make sound judgments under pressure
Strong background in all aspects of electrical requirements
Demonstrated ability to read electrical single lines, schematics, panel layouts, and P&IDs
expert knowledge of electrical generation (generator) and distribution systems on a large-scale build, including all testing requirements.

Nice To Haves

Semiconductor/Datacenter or advanced technology industry experience is preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

Lead site Electrical commissioning activities for the client operations business unit, following the project-specific commissioning plan (HPEP), including incorporation of key stakeholder requirements (Project/Operations/Facilities) to ensure overall team success.
Manage and communicate commissioning risks in cooperation with the project General Contractor and client construction/Commissioning teams.
Ensure documentation for all commissioning activities is maintained and submitted via the completions database and meets all performance parameters of the plant.
Monitor quality assurance initiatives, including installation & assembly, alignment, cleanliness, integrity, etc. of the electrical systems.
Ensure our clients codes, standards, and specifications are followed during construction/commissioning and acceptance of facilities electrical systems
Leverage your extensive background in project management and construction to provide specialized expertise and guidance to the project teams.
Review electrical commissioning plans in alignment with client specifications and local code.
Represent the client during design reviews, ensuring electrical systems meet project requirements.
Review and execute verification checklists and test procedures.
Attends commissioning meetings and works with the manager to resolve issues.
Report to the client Operations team weekly.
Support field execution, including job walks and site observations.
Follow EHS guidelines and site safety requirements.