Electrical Commissioning Engineer (UPS & Battery Systems)

Anotech; Ajman Emirate; On-site; AED 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Anotech is seeking an engineer to lead UPS installation, integration, and commissioning for a critical data center project in the United Arab Emirates. The role covers pre-install checks, battery module handling, and rigorous testing to ensure energy systems meet all technical specifications.

You will oversee wiring, torque verification, and documentation in line with engineering drawings, BOMs, and safety standards. Expect on-site leadership and detailed startup reporting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with UPS installation and commissioning.
• Familiarity with lithium-ion battery systems, torque specifications, and electrical testing procedures.
• Ability to read and work from engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and installation manuals.
• Experience with L3-L5 commissioning documentation and reporting.
• Strong understanding of electrical safety practices in critical power environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead installation, integration, and commissioning of UPS systems and battery cabinets on the project.
• Oversee transport, positioning, anchoring, and cabling per drawings and BOMs.
• Perform pre-install checks, battery balancing, and interconnect battery modules to specs.
• Execute startup and energization, update firmware, and verify operation across modes.
• Provide Level 4/5 testing support including fault analysis and reporting.

Skills

UPS installation

Commissioning

Electrical testing

Reading drawings

L3-L5 documentation

Electrical safety

Tools

Torque wrench

UPS HMI

Job description

Job Purpose

To lead the installation, integration, and commissioning of UPS systems and lithium-ion battery cabinets for a critical power / data center project. This role covers the full lifecycle, from equipment verification and mechanical installation through energization, functional testing, and Level 3 - 5 commissioning support.

Key Responsibilities

Installation & Integration

• Oversee transport, positioning, and floor anchoring of UPS units, I/O cabinets, and battery modules
• Verify delivered equipment against approved Bill of Materials (BOM); report discrepancies before work begins
• Perform I/O Cabinet integration with UPS systems, including busbar connections, control wiring, and communication interfaces per drawings and manuals
• Terminate battery power cables, input/output flanges, cable glands, and protective earth connections

Battery System Work

• Conduct pre-installation inspection of battery modules (visual checks, serial verification, voltage measurement, impedance testing)
• Perform battery balancing using approved charging/discharging kits
• Interconnect battery modules, assemble fuse kits, and verify torque values per specifications
• Check for abnormal voltage deviations across battery modules and strings

Startup & Commissioning

• Execute startup and energization of UPS and battery systems per procedures
• Update UPS firmware to the latest approved version
• Verify system operation across Normal, Static Bypass, Maintenance Bypass, and Battery modes
• Perform functional and transfer testing; confirm output voltage, waveform, and system parameters are within spec
• Deliver standard Startup Reports and consultant-approved Level 3 (L3) reports

Testing & On-Site Support

• Support Level 4 testing: 4-hour burn-in tests, battery autonomy verification, performance data collection via UPS HMI and power analyzer
• Provide standby technical support during Level 5 testing, including fault analysis, troubleshooting, and corrective action recommendations

Qualifications and Experience

• Proven experience with UPS installation and/or commissioning
• Familiarity with lithium-ion battery systems, torque specifications, and electrical testing procedures
• Ability to read and work from engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and installation manuals
• Experience with L3-L5 commissioning documentation and reporting
• Strong understanding of electrical safety practices in critical power environments