Electrical Commissioning Engineer Local Utah

Electrical Commissioning Engineer
Location: Eagle Mountain, UT — Onsite
Rate: $58/hr (24-month contract)

Experience: 4+ years in electrical commissioning or power systems
Education: Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering (ABET) or Engineering Technology + P.E.

 

Key responsibilities:
Lead and execute electrical commissioning, testing, and startup of power systems (switchgear, transformers, generators, MV/LV distribution).
Perform insulation/hi-pot, relay, and functional testing; use Omicron, Doble, Megger or similar.
Validate protection coordination, short-circuit, and arc-flash studies against as-built conditions.
Support FAT/SAT, PSSR, loop checks, and final turnover documentation (ITRs, test records, redlines).
Troubleshoot field issues, coordinate with construction, controls, and operations, and manage vendor testing.

 

Must-have skills:
Hands-on commissioning/startup experience in power generation, utilities, data centers, industrial, or BESS environments.
Proficiency with ETAP, SKM, PSCAD, MATLAB, or similar power-analysis tools.
Strong knowledge of protection relays, relay testing, and power system studies.
Ability to read one-line diagrams, schematics, and control wiring.
Familiarity with NEC, NFPA 70E, and IEEE safety standards.

 

Nice to have:
Professional Engineer (P.E.) or actively pursuing licensure.
Experience with BESS, DCS/SCADA integration, or data center power systems.
Prior mentoring or leading junior engineers.

Work environment:
Field-based role supporting active con