Electrical Systems Commissioning Technician (Microgrid, Battery Energy Storage System (BESS))

PowerSecure•Durham/Remote, NC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide technical oversight and management of the commissioning and field engineering related activities for all PowerSecure Inc. Distributed Infrastructures Systems. This position will be the clear bond between the client, PowerSecure engineering, PowerSecure Service, and operation entities for the successful field vetting of our Distributed Infrastructure Systems. Clear processes and procedures for focused, high quality, pre-defined efforts to meet client expectations shall be the guiding principles for this position. Dedicated to being customer focused by meeting the required expectations, maintaining high decision quality by using work experience, systematic analysis, and engineering support to make valuable and safe decisions, while excelling at problem solving by using logic and time proven methods to effectively resolve any problem.

Requirements

HS Diploma or equivalent.
6+ years of commercial/industrial experience working on generators, ATS, and/or switchgear.
PLC, generator controller and protective relay experience required.
Valid Driver’s License.
Must be able to pass background check and drug screen.
Must be able and willing to travel overnight for extended periods dictated by project demands (Up to 75%-95%).
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, Outlook email/calendars.
Advanced understanding of AC/DC Electrical Theory.
Strong written and verbal English skills.

Nice To Haves

Commissioning experience is a plus.
NFPA 70 Arc Flash Certified preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide technical oversight and management of the commissioning and field engineering related activities for all PowerSecure Inc. Distributed Infrastructures Systems.
Act as the liaison between the client, PowerSecure engineering, PowerSecure Service, and operation entities for the successful field vetting of Distributed Infrastructure Systems.
Develop and maintain clear processes and procedures for focused, high quality, pre-defined efforts to meet client expectations.
Accurately document onsite changes to As-Shipped Drawings and Settings Files.
Program and make edits to PLCs, generator controllers, and protective relays.
Display proficient knowledge with power distribution systems, specifically switchgear, generator critical applications, circuit path configuration, and proper management of phase conversions.
Understand and follow project scopes to prevent scope creep.
Develop and maintain a project schedule.
Troubleshoot system/equipment malfunctions, noting design errors and improving overall efficiency.
Assist in the development and execution of engineering change notices.
Communicate clearly and professionally with varying levels of coworkers/customers via phone/email and in person.
Liaise to engineering groups in the factory regarding issues in the field that arise during the start-up and commissioning of the site.
Engage in complex field start-ups by providing quality and engineering oversight.
Assist PowerSecure Service Technicians on complex start-ups via phone or onsite assistance.
Provide control of onsite engineering changes to drawings and settings files.
Effectively communicate open action items, develop proper initiatives for action planning and task assigning.
Assist in the development of written commissioning and testing plans to ensure system start-ups are effectively completed.
Provide communication between project management and engineering to ensure job scope and schedule integrity is being maintained.
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with project management, design engineers, and the service department to ensure product improvement initiatives are maintained.
Assist in the development and execution of field retrofit projects.
Lead complex system customer witness testing within the manufacturing facility.
Escalate issues to leadership that threaten the quality or schedule of projects in a timely manner to assure customer satisfaction while not taking on exorbitant costs.