Commissioning Engineer Electrical

Exyte; Paris; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Exyte is seeking a Commissioning Engineer – Electrical in Aix-en-Provence to lead commissioning activities for electrical systems. This role requires a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering and over 5 years of relevant experience, particularly in data centers. The engineer will manage commissioning from construction to turnover, provide technical guidance, and coordinate with various stakeholders. Fluency in French and English is essential. Join Exyte and contribute to innovative electrical solutions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in electrical commissioning, preferably in data centers or mission-critical facilities.
• Understanding of HV/MV/LV power systems, AC/DC distribution, and load flow concepts.
• Familiar with commissioning standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end commissioning activities for assigned electrical systems.
• Provide strong technical leadership in electrical engineering topics.
• Coordinate closely with vendors, contractors, clients, and project stakeholders.

Skills

Electrical engineering fundamentals

Troubleshooting

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Switchgear

Transformers

Generators

UPS systems

Job description

Discover your exciting role

As a Commissioning Engineer – Electrical, you will be part of our Quality & Commissioning team, applying your electrical expertise to ensure systems are properly installed, tested, and commissioned, while supporting the smooth and coordinated execution of all commissioning activities.

Explore your tasks and responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end commissioning activities for assigned electrical systems and packages, ensuring structured progression from construction completion through testing, energization, and final turnover
• Provide strong technical leadership in electrical engineering topics (HV/MV/LV power systems, distribution, protection, and controls), ensuring rapid resolution of technical issues and project continuity
• Act as the primary point of contact for all electrical commissioning activities, coordinating closely with vendors, contractors, clients, and project stakeholders
• Develop and execute electrical commissioning strategies, including test procedures, inspection and test plans (ITPs), work packs, and detailed documentation aligned with project and compliance requirements
• Plan and manage electrical system sequencing, energization activities, LOTO/permit-to-work processes, and risk mitigation across complex power systems
• Lead electrical QA/QC activities and field execution, including inspections, walkdowns, punch list management, testing (e.g. power quality, protection, loop checks), and final system close-out

Show your expertise

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
• 5+ years of experience in electrical commissioning, preferably in data centers or mission-critical facilities
• Understanding of electrical engineering fundamentals, including HV/MV/LV power systems, AC/DC distribution, and load flow concepts
• Experience with electrical equipment such as switchgear, transformers, generators, UPS systems, and protection schemes
• Familiar with commissioning standards
• Fluency in French and English (B2 minimum)
• Excellent troubleshooting, documentation and communication skills

Contact:

You want to be part of the Exyte team? We look forward to receiving your application! For further questions and information, please do not hesitate to contact Karen Soudée via E-Mail at [e-mail].

Please note that we only consider applications submitted through our application portal. Applications sent via email will not be considered due to data protection regulations.