Senior Commissioning Engineer

ECNS Global Consultants PLLC•Red Oak, TX

14h•$75 - $95

About The Position

ECNS is seeking a Senior Commissioning Engineer to lead major electrical and power system commissioning programs from planning through final turnover. The role includes overseeing complex commissioning activities, reviewing procedures and technical documentation, troubleshooting system issues, coordinating with clients and project teams, and managing project schedules, budgets, and resources. The position reports to the Founder and Principal Engineer and is hourly, full-time, and based on on-site project work with travel expected up to 100%. Assignments may be in Arizona, Missouri, Iowa, Texas, Nevada, Oklahoma, Nebraska, or Tennessee, depending on business needs. Compensation is $75–$95 per hour, with overtime opportunities that may increase total earnings beyond the base range. The engineer will work with utility, industrial, generation, transmission, distribution, or substation electrical systems and provide technical guidance to project teams. The role requires a bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering from an ABET-accredited institution, at least 10 years of relevant experience, and a Professional Engineer license. The position also requires a valid driver's license, willingness to travel, and the ability to work effectively in a fully remote environment when not at project sites. Physical requirements include sitting, standing, or walking for extended periods; occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds; bending, crouching, climbing, and working at various heights; and wearing personal protective equipment as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university.
At least 10 years of experience in electrical testing, commissioning, startup, or power systems engineering.
Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Experience commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and starting up utility, industrial, generation, transmission, distribution, or substation electrical systems.
Knowledge of protection and control systems, electrical equipment testing, power system operation, and commissioning best practices.
Familiarity with IEEE, IEC, ANSI, NETA, NFPA 70E, NESC, and other applicable industry codes and standards.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical troubleshooting skills, including the ability to identify and resolve complex field issues.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to coordinate effectively with clients, contractors, vendors, and project teams.
Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to project sites as required.
Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Ability to bend, crouch, climb, and work at various heights.
Ability to wear personal protective equipment as needed.
Ability to work effectively in a fully remote environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience commissioning and testing protective relays, circuit breakers, transformers, switchgear, SCADA systems, and associated electrical equipment.