Senior Commissioning Engineer

ECNS Global Consultants PLLC•Lincoln, NE

16h•$75 - $95•Onsite

About The Position

ECNS is hiring a full-time, hourly Senior Commissioning Engineer for its Field Services department. The role is based at project sites in Arizona, Missouri, Iowa, Texas, Nevada, Oklahoma, Nebraska, or Tennessee, with assignment determined by business needs. On-site work and travel are expected, with the posting also stating 100% annual travel for team meetings and business needs. The role reports to the Founder and Principal Engineer. The engineer will lead major commissioning programs from planning through final turnover, overseeing complex electrical and power system commissioning activities. Responsibilities include technical review and approval, troubleshooting and root-cause analysis, client and project coordination, schedule and budget oversight, resource allocation, team mentorship, and ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, and safety requirements. The position 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 (PE) license. Candidates should have experience commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, or starting up electrical systems and knowledge of protection and control systems, electrical equipment testing, power system operation, and commissioning practices. The work involves extended periods of sitting, standing, or walking; occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds; bending, crouching, climbing, working at various heights, and wearing PPE as needed. The posting also states the ability to work effectively in a fully remote environment. Compensation is $75–$95 per hour, with overtime opportunities that may increase total earnings beyond the base range. Full-time employees are eligible to participate in ECNS’s benefits program, subject to plan terms and eligibility requirements. ECNS describes its mission as delivering engineering excellence and innovating for a sustainable future through advanced technologies and eco-friendly practices. Its stated values include integrity and trust, collaboration across teams, and innovation for future readiness.

Requirements

Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering from a college or university accredited by ABET.
At least 10 years of experience in electrical testing, commissioning, startup, or power systems engineering.
Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
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 (PPE) 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.