Lead CXA Commissioning Agent

TRC Companies • IN-Indianapolis, IN

2d • $139,360 - $197,600 • Onsite

About The Position

An Electrical Commissioning Manager / Senior CxA (Medium & High Voltage) is a specialized leader responsible for overseeing the safe installation, pre-commissioning, and full energization of critical substation, switchgear, and utility infrastructure. This role transitions from a standard building systems agent into an operational leader who coordinates specialized installation and testing groups while enforcing rigid high-voltage safety and maintenance standards.

Requirements

• Ability and willingness to travel overseas for international Factory Witness Testing (FWT) deployments, often on short notice.
• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) focused on Power Systems.
• 8+ years in utility-scale solar, hyperscale data centers, or heavy industrial MV/HV power substations.
• Complete knowledge of NFPA 70B (Standard for Electrical Equipment Maintenance), NFPA 70E (Electrical Safety in the Workplace), and applicable IEEE power standards.
• Valid passport for global travel

Nice To Haves

• AP/SAP qualification, or professional electrical engineering licenses/certifications preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Travel internationally to vendor manufacturing facilities to lead and execute the first level of primary equipment verification, ensuring factory build quality matches the design.
• Supervise site installation crews and specialized electrical commissioning groups to manage a seamless transition from construction to live energization.
• Act as or direct the Senior Authorized Person (SAP) or Authorized Person (AP) to establish strict High Voltage Safety Rules, switching orders, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and Work Permit programs.
• Oversee Level 1 through Level 5 commissioning phases for medium and high-voltage equipment, including transformers, MV/HV switchgear, GIS, and protective relays.
• Coordinate technical dependencies directly with engineering procurement construction (EPC) firms, local utility companies, and regional regulatory authorities.
• Lead the troubleshooting of grid/substation abnormalities by reviewing COMTRADE files, checking protection secondary injections, and adjusting circuit settings.
• Audit, review, and formally approve complex vendor test plans, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) results.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.
• Paid time off contingent upon full time or part-time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).
• All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.
• TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.
• TRC offers jurisdiction specific benefit packages for International and Puerto Rico employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior