Electrical Commissioning Engineer (Data Center)

Veolia•Fredericksburg, VA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Veolia in North America is a leading environmental company offering a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services. The Project Engineer – Electrical Commissioning will perform commissioning of electrical systems, primarily in data center environments. This role requires a self-motivated and energetic professional with a strong understanding of building electrical systems design and construction, and experience with commissioning electrical systems of varying size, rating, and complexity. The ideal candidate will possess theoretical and practical knowledge in the commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting of electrical systems and related controls. Responsibilities include reviewing project information, executing field activities, maintaining documentation, assisting senior engineers, and guiding associate engineers. This position demands technical competency, organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Requirements

BSc/MSc in Electrical Engineering with 2 or more years with mission critical project experience, or relevant and applicable industry experience.
OR Minimum of 4 or more years of experience in commissioning with mission critical project experience, or relevant and applicable industry experience.
Experience in Mission Critical facility commissioning essential.
Organized, detail-oriented, analytical, proactive, problem solver.
Good communication and relationship skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and work with limited supervision.
Knowledge & experience with InterNational Electrical Testing Association (NETA) test specifications.
Reasonable understanding of building management systems (BMS) and/or electrical power monitoring system (EPMS).
Deep understanding and application of test instrumentation.
Team player and a “client-first” mentality.
Ability to walk up to 5 miles per day.
Carry up to 50 lbs.
Ability to wear required PPE daily.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge & experience with ASHRAE or BCxA commissioning guidelines preferred.
Distributed control system experience a plus.
Professional Engineers (PE) License and/or a commissioning certification a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

Commission electrical distribution equipment and related controls, primarily in data center environments, including medium voltage systems.
Review system designs for compliance with client facility goals.
Assist with preparing plans and procedures for execution of the commissioning process.
Conduct commissioning activities from the design phase through the occupation phase, in accordance with client requirements and industry commissioning process best practices.
Attend factory testing of equipment and document procedures and results.
Conduct functional testing of equipment and measure results using test instrumentation.
Fully document all field procedures including results, issues and observations either via company provided templates or online applications.
Report on system performance and make technical recommendations on issues.
Work with project teams to coordinate and execute field activities.
Review and provide input on commissioning project documentation and schedules.
Assist with submitting and maintaining daily commissioning reports.
Assist in the training of Associate Project Engineers.
Respond to project team and client inquiries in a professional and timely manner.
Comply with company, client, and project safety requirements.
Be knowledgeable with building equipment, including, but not limited to: Generator, Generator Paralleling, Switchgear, High / Medium / Low Voltage Transformer (XFMR), Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS Systems), Battery Systems, Medium / Low Voltage Switchgear (SWGR), Low Voltage Main Switchboards (MSB), PLC Control, Automatic and Semi-Automatic Switching Controls, Electrical Power Monitoring System (EPMS), Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS), Static Transfer Switch (STS), Power Distribution Unit (PDU), Busways, Remote Power Panel (RPP), Grounding Systems, Lighting Control Systems.