Electrical CSU Engineer
About The Position
The Electrical Commissioning and Startup (CSU) Engineer assists with technical direction and oversight during startup, testing, and troubleshooting of high-, medium-, and low-voltage electrical systems, as well as the energization of electrical equipment. The role supports planning and execution of commissioning activities from construction completion through system handover to operations, with a focus on safe, timely work and ensuring systems are correctly installed, meet design requirements, operate safely, and are ready for operations. The engineer works closely with engineering, construction, vendors, subcontractors, and operations teams to verify that electrical systems meet requirements. The position is with Bechtel Manufacturing and Technology, which provides EPC services in semiconductor manufacturing and supply chains, data centers, electric vehicles, and life sciences. The role calls for accountability, collaboration, effective communication, customer focus, timely delivery, problem-solving, adaptability, and compliance with company procedures, regulations, and environmental safety standards. The position is based in New Albany, Ohio, and is designated Full-Time Office/Project telework. National relocation with family is authorized.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or international equivalent in electrical engineering or a related discipline, plus 1–2 years of relevant experience in mission critical facilities; alternatively, 5–6 years of relevant work experience in mission critical facilities in lieu of a degree.
- Ability to read and understand single-line drawings, network drawings and schematics, panel schedules, data sheets, and equipment vendor drawings.
- Knowledge of electrical systems and equipment, including substations, meter and relay, electrical switchgear, transformers, electrical panels, and Electrical Power Management Software (EPMS).
- Working knowledge of Lockout/Tagout programs.
Responsibilities
- Develop electrical commissioning plans and procedures.
- Review design documents, specifications, electrical single-line diagrams, panel schedules, equipment submittals, and vendor documentation.
- Support development of commissioning schedules and turnover strategies.
- Participate in constructability reviews, HAZOPs, and operational readiness reviews.
- Confirm equipment installation and testing requirements.
- Verify equipment labels, identification, and assets; review electrical equipment data sheets and records; and verify equipment accessibility.
- Ensure safety interlocks and mechanical protections are functional.
- Perform electrical system inspections and verification activities.
- Verify installations against approved drawings and specifications.
- Conduct walkdowns and manage punch lists; verify completion status.
- Coordinate system turnover from Construction to Commissioning.
- Develop and execute commissioning procedures and check sheets.
- Complete Electrical Completion Certificates and generate System Turnover Packages (STOs).
- Review subcontractor turnover documentation.
- Maintain commissioning databases and digital turnover systems.
- Adhere to company processes and procedures, regulatory requirements, and environmental safety standards during work execution.
Benefits
- The posting describes robust benefits and directs applicants to Bechtel Total Rewards for details; it does not specify individual benefit offerings.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
