Electrical Commissioning Engineer (CO)
About The Position
At Excel Engineering, we are the power behind our clients’ processes. We are a full-service engineering consulting firm specializing in electrical engineering, industrial automation, and power systems. For over 30 years, we’ve partnered with leading companies across industries to deliver solutions that improve safety, efficiency, and performance. Our work spans sectors including life sciences, consumer goods, chemical, oil & gas, and utilities, giving our team the opportunity to work on complex, high-impact projects. What sets us apart is our approach, we build long-term partnerships by understanding our clients’ operations and acting as an extension of their team. If you’re looking to grow your skills, take on meaningful challenges, and make a real impact, Excel Engineering offers the opportunity to do just that.
Requirements
- Five plus (5+) years of experience in electrical engineering
- Experience with power generation facilities is strongly preferred
- 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
- Testing Equipment such as Megger, Omicron, HiPot, CT/PT testers
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.
Benefits
- Ongoing continuing education
- hands-on training
- opportunities to expand your skills
- Assistance in earning professional certifications
- pursuing further education
- 401(k) plan with employer matching
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options
- Access to programs designed to support your overall well-being
- Paid time off
- flexible work environment
- A flexible schedule and work environment built around mutual trust and accountability
- employee referral program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
