Mission Critical Commissioning Engineer

Bloom Energy•San Jose, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Bloom Energy, our vision for a world powered by clean, reliable, and affordable energy is more than just a dream—we’re making it reality. For over two decades, we’ve been at the forefront of the global energy transition, pioneering solutions that empower critical industries to thrive in a rapidly digitizing, energy-intensive world. From revolutionizing power for AI-driven data centers to ensuring resilience for hospitals, electric grids, manufacturing facilities, and utilities, our solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) and solid oxide electrolyzer (SOEC) technologies are redefining what’s possible by delivering energy abundance for all. With more than 30,000 fuel cell modules deployed worldwide, we are the trusted partner for Fortune 100 companies and innovators alike. Our cutting-edge solutions enable unparalleled “time-to-power” capabilities, reliability, and sustainability, ensuring our customers remain ahead in a world where soaring energy demand and intensifying energy scarcity are rapidly becoming the new norm. At Bloom, we thrive on collaboration, bold thinking, and relentless innovation. We believe that, together, we can create a brighter, more sustainable future while tackling the most pressing challenges of the 21st century. We are looking for a Mission Critical Commissioning Engineer to join our team in one of today’s most exciting technologies. This role will report to the Sr. Director, Product Support and will be based in San Jose, CA. The position in San Jose, when travel is not required, is a fully on-site, in office role 5 days a week. The Mission Critical Commissioning Engineer will be responsible for providing professional, commissioning engineering services to Bloom Energy toward the implementation of complex or critical application projects. This individual will be a member of the Product Support team and work alongside a cross functional team comprising applications engineers, project managers, product development engineers and site supervisors. Prerequisites for this role include an understanding of critical facilities infrastructure, relevant codes & standards and Building Management System protocols. The role requires traveling 30% of the time on assignment for significant stretches.

Requirements

BSEE with power systems focus
10+ years of experience working in, building equipment for, or designing critical power facilities
5+ years of technical writing experience

Nice To Haves

MS in Electrical Engineering strongly preferred
PE or PEng license strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Responsible for testing and commissioning of critical electrical infrastructure
Ensure installation complies with Bloom Energy standards and customer expectations
Interface with design engineering (internal and external) to confirm specifications will satisfy contractual commitments
Manage factory acceptance testing program
Responsible for developing and executing commissioning scripts and Methods of Procedures (MOPs)
Manage on site activities including coordination with Bloom personnel, customer representatives, sub-contractors, vendors
Work with customers when issues arise to ensure customer requirements are understood; ensure Bloom Energy hardware function is explained
Develop self as expert on operational protocols and designs at Bloom Energy critical power project sites
Develop MOPs for maintenance tasks after project sites are handed over on an ongoing basis
Handle escalations for completed projects