Electrical Commissioning Engineer (CO)

Excel Engineering•Denver, CO

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Excel Engineering, Inc. is seeking a goal-oriented and highly motivated Electrical Commissioning Engineer with experience in on-site Pre-Commissioning & Commissioning to support capital projects for power generation facilities. This individual must be a go-getter, who is client focused. This position works closely with other engineers, project managers, and Client team members in support of both capital and operational improvement projects. The position requires implementing sound engineering principles to ensure project designs are safe and at the industry’s cutting edge. An ability to work independently, self-motivate, and communicate effectively with team members is of the utmost importance to this position.

Requirements

Five plus (5+) years of experience in electrical engineering
Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited institution or equivalent experience is required.
Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 Scale.

Nice To Haves

Experience with power generation facilities is strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Check installation of electrical equipment (cables, panels, switchgear, transformers).
Verify compliance with client’s design drawings and specifications.
Perform insulation resistance tests, continuity checks, and loop checks.
Conduct functional testing of protection relays and control circuits.
Confirm readiness of auxiliary systems (battery banks, HVAC, lighting).
Coordinate safe energization of systems in phases
Test interlocks, alarms, and protection schemes under live conditions.
Validate SCADA and remote-control functionality.
Identify and resolve issues during startup
Adjust settings and calibrate instruments as needed.
Prepare commissioning reports, punch lists, and as-built documentation.
Support client handover and training.
Testing Equipment such as Megger, Omicron, HiPot, CT/PT testers