Commissioning Technician - Part Time Internship

LotusWorks • Sunnyvale, CA

2d • $20 - $30

About The Position

LotusWorks is an Engineering Services provider specializing in managing Commissioning, Construction Services, Calibration, Operations & Maintenance scopes of work within global manufacturing facilities. LotusWorks operates globally across EMEA and North America partnering with the world's leading manufacturers across the Semiconductor, Pharmaceutical & Biologics, Medical Device and Data Center sectors. Our team of Engineering and Technical professionals is immersed in cutting-edge technologies and innovations. LotusWorks is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, integral to our people-first approach.
LotusWorks is seeking a motivated Commissioning Technician – Part-Time Intern to support electrical and instrumentation & controls (I&C) commissioning activities within semiconductor and advanced manufacturing facilities. This internship provides hands-on exposure to the commissioning lifecycle, including equipment installation verification, pre-functional inspections, testing, troubleshooting, startup, and performance verification of critical facility systems.
The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in electrical engineering, instrumentation and controls, commissioning, or a related technical field. Working alongside experienced commissioning technicians, engineers, and project teams, the intern will gain practical experience verifying that electrical equipment, instrumentation, and control systems are installed correctly, operate as intended, and meet project specifications and operational requirements.

Requirements

• Basic understanding of electrical systems, instrumentation, controls, or automation preferred.
• Interest in electrical commissioning, instrumentation and controls, engineering, or mission-critical facility systems.
• Must be able to work Monday – Thursday, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
• Strong willingness to learn and develop hands-on commissioning and technical testing skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, including electrical drawings, schematics, P&IDs, and equipment manuals, or a willingness to develop these skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately complete commissioning checklists, record test results, and maintain technical documentation.
• Basic troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities with an interest in understanding equipment functionality and system operations.
• Ability to follow established safety procedures, including LOTO, electrical safe work practices, arc flash requirements, and site-specific EHS standards.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills with the ability to work effectively alongside commissioning engineers, technicians, contractors, and vendors.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.

Nice To Haves

• Previous exposure to electrical systems, industrial automation, PLCs, or mission-critical environments is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Support electrical and instrumentation & controls (I&C) commissioning activities within semiconductor and advanced manufacturing facilities.
• Assist with field inspections and installation verification of electrical distribution equipment, including switchgear, transformers, motor control centers (MCCs), panelboards, UPS systems, VFDs, and associated power distribution equipment.
• Participate in pre-functional inspections and equipment readiness checks to verify installations align with approved drawings, specifications, and manufacturer requirements.
• Assist with developing, executing, and documenting commissioning checklists, inspection forms, and equipment testing procedures.
• Support electrical testing activities, including voltage checks, continuity testing, insulation resistance testing, and other diagnostic activities as qualified and authorized.
• Assist with the inspection, testing, and verification of instrumentation and field devices, including pressure, temperature, flow, and level transmitters, sensors, actuators, and control valves.
• Support calibration, loop checks, point-to-point verification, and functional testing of instrumentation and control systems under the direction of experienced commissioning personnel.
• Assist with PLC, SCADA, BMS, and other facility control system commissioning activities, including I/O verification, alarm testing, control sequence verification, and system monitoring.
• Participate in equipment startup and commissioning activities to verify systems operate in accordance with design intent and project requirements.
• Assist with Functional Performance Testing (FPT) and Operational Acceptance Testing (OAT) by observing test execution, recording results, and documenting equipment performance.
• Review electrical one-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, P&IDs, control drawings, loop diagrams, and equipment submittals to develop an understanding of system design and commissioning requirements.
• Identify, document, and communicate equipment deficiencies, installation issues, failed test results, and other commissioning observations to the commissioning team.
• Assist with tracking and documenting commissioning deficiencies, punch-list items, corrective actions, and retesting activities to support successful system turnover.
• Maintain accurate commissioning documentation, including inspection checklists, test reports, calibration records, equipment logs, and turnover packages.
• Observe and support vendor testing, equipment startup, troubleshooting, and commissioning activities.
• Collaborate with commissioning engineers, technicians, contractors, vendors, and system owners to support project schedules and commissioning milestones.
• Learn and apply proper lockout/tagout (LOTO), arc flash requirements, electrical safe work practices, and site-specific Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) procedures.
• Participate in EHS programs, safety audits, and Good Catch initiatives while maintaining a strong commitment to safe commissioning practices.
• Develop an understanding of semiconductor facility systems, equipment interdependencies, and the importance of commissioning to facility reliability and continuous manufacturing operations.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on commissioning processes, testing procedures, documentation, and equipment performance.
• Any other duties or responsibilities that may be assigned to you in your role.

Benefits

• The pay range shown reflects the minimum and maximum hourly rates the company may offer for this position. The final rate will depend on factors such as skills, experience, and qualifications.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern