Electrical Commissioning Engineer

AECOM•Glen Allen, VA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

AECOM is seeking an Electrical Commissioning Engineer to support projects in the US and OCONUS regions. This role involves technical field commissioning, office-based engineering review, and planning. The engineer will lead electrical commissioning efforts, interact with clients, and ensure systems meet design intent and performance requirements. The ideal candidate is technically proficient, organized, self-directed, and comfortable managing the commissioning process from planning through testing and closeout. This position can be hybrid or onsite and is available in multiple US locations. The role requires leading and overseeing the commissioning of electrical systems, including low and medium voltage power distribution, emergency power, control systems, and related equipment. It also involves providing technical peer review of design documents, initiating and leading quality assurance, developing commissioning specifications and test procedures, conducting site inspections, and executing functional performance testing. The engineer will plan and develop engineering tasks, support project travel (estimated at 30% annually), interpret technical assignments with minimal supervision, and act independently on technical matters. Client interaction regarding schedules, meetings, and issues, along with advising senior management on project status and anticipating delays, are key responsibilities.

Requirements

BA/BS in Electrical Engineering + 6 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education including design and commissioning experience
Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics, drawings, and technical documents.
Proficiency with standard software such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
Strong communication skills.
Ability to develop key client relationships.
Excellent presentation skills necessary for running project meetings.
Effective negotiation and dispute resolution skills, analytical and decision-making abilities.
Demonstrated collaborative skills, both internally and externally.
Experience briefing senior management and non-specialists on complex technical matters.

Nice To Haves

Commissioning experience a plus.
Experience with the design, installation and testing of electrical equipment and systems.
Experience with review and interpretation of Short Circuit, Coordination, and Arc Flash Studies.
Experience with industry standards and regulations, such as IEEE, NEC, and IEC.

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee the commissioning of electrical systems, including low and medium voltage power distribution, emergency power, control systems, and related equipment.
Provide technical peer review of engineering design drawings, specifications, shop drawings, and submittals.
Initiate and lead quality assurance and commissioning from design through post-occupancy phases.
Develop electrical commissioning specifications and electrical test procedures to validate the installation and performance of power distribution systems and controls.
Conduct site inspections to verify the readiness of systems and equipment for commissioning.
Execute onsite functional performance testing of electrical systems.
Plan and develop engineering tasks concerned with unique or controversial problems.
Support project overnight travel, estimated at 30% annually.
Interpret, organize, execute, and coordinate technical assignments with minimal supervision.
Act independently on technical matters, requiring extensive progressive experience.
Interface with clients on schedules, meetings, and issues, managing client expectations.
Advise senior management on project status regularly.
Anticipate potential schedule or priority delays and initiate alternative action plans.