Electrical Commissioning Engineer

LotusWorks•Sunnyvale, CA

2h•$50 - $60

About The Position

The Electrical Commissioning Engineer plans, executes, documents, and supports commissioning of electrical systems in mission-critical facilities. The role covers the commissioning lifecycle, from pre-planning and factory testing through construction verification, functional performance testing, integrated systems testing, and post-occupancy support. The engineer coordinates with construction, engineering, controls, operations, and commissioning teams, and supports system readiness and owner acceptance.

Requirements

3–5+ years of hands-on electrical commissioning experience in semiconductor or high-tech facilities.
Strong knowledge of NFPA 70E, OSHA, ASHRAE, LEED, and Title 24.
Ability to interpret electrical drawings, sequences of operation, and technical specifications.
Excellent coordination, documentation, and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Lighting Controls Technician (ATT-L) certification is strongly preferred.
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.
Licensed Electrician (Journeyman or Master) preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain electrical commissioning plans aligned with applicable standards, project requirements, specifications, and EHS requirements.
Review design documents, project specifications, IFC drawings, and electrical sequences to identify commissioning requirements and potential issues.
Develop Factory Witness Test lists and review factory test submissions for electrical equipment and systems.
Create electrical system verification checklists and Functional Performance Test procedures for OAT, FAT, and IST activities.
Review, validate, and refine electrical Sequences of Operations.
Lead electrical equipment Factory Witness Testing at manufacturer facilities and document findings.
Perform construction and installation verification inspections of electrical systems, equipment, supports, clearances, sensors, and design compliance.
Serve as a Task Leader for designated electrical system testing and coordinate testing with other commissioning disciplines.
Execute Operational Acceptance Testing and verify operation of electrical controls and software.
Perform Functional Acceptance Testing to verify systems meet approved sequences, design requirements, and project specifications.
Test dependencies between electrical systems and other building systems.
Participate in Integrated Systems Testing to verify coordinated operation of electrical and other mission-critical building systems.
Review and verify electrical load bank testing results and document system performance, efficiency, and operating metrics.
Issue Green Tag certification after electrical systems complete required commissioning activities and are ready for the next testing or acceptance phase.
Identify, document, and track deficiencies, commissioning issues, and non-conformances through resolution.
Maintain detailed electrical commissioning documentation in the Smart Completions system.
Create and maintain Non-Conformance Logs, commissioning punch lists, test records, and system documentation.
Generate commissioning reports and provide accurate documentation to project stakeholders and the owner.
Verify electrical systems meet applicable LEED, energy-efficiency, ASHRAE 90.1, code, and project-specific requirements.
Review O&M manuals, as-built drawings, test documentation, and turnover packages for completeness and accuracy.
Attend weekly commissioning meetings and report on progress, issues, risks, and upcoming activities.
Coordinate with inspectors, testing agencies, controls personnel, contractors, engineers, and other commissioning disciplines.
Collaborate with Facility Operations teams and project stakeholders on system readiness, owner acceptance, and Blue Tag certification.
Lead or support training for facility personnel on electrical system operation, controls, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
Assist with owner acceptance and resolution of outstanding electrical commissioning issues.
Support post-occupancy commissioning, including operations meetings, troubleshooting, LEED documentation, and final commissioning reports.
Perform other duties or responsibilities assigned in the role.