Senior Electrical Commissioning Engineer

PE Global; Dublin; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Exposure to complex electrical infra

Career progression

Professional development

Job summary

PE Global Recruitment is a leading international contractor recruiting a Senior Electrical Commissioning Engineer for a major hyperscale data centre project in Dublin. You will manage commissioning activities, coordinate with vendors and subcontractors, and ensure safe handover of LV/MV/HV systems.

The role emphasizes SCADA and automation systems testing, IEC 61850, Modbus TCP, SIPROTEC protection relays and DIGSI configuration, delivering to tight project schedules and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years' commissioning experience in data centres or large-scale construction.
• Experience with LV/MV/HV distribution and power systems.
• Experience with SCADA and automation systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate day-to-day electrical commissioning activities across assigned systems and packages.
• Oversee electrical vendors, subcontractors and specialist commissioning teams to ensure works are completed safely and to the required quality standards.
• Ensure commissioning activities are delivered in accordance with approved project specifications, procedures and programme milestones.
• Monitor vendor performance, track commissioning progress and identify potential delays or technical issues.
• Coordinate the testing, validation and commissioning of LV, MV and HV electrical systems.
• Support the development and implementation of commissioning strategies, test procedures and execution plans.
• Witness electrical commissioning activities and verify compliance with approved test scripts and project documentation.
• Manage commissioning tagging procedures, system inspections and equipment readiness assessments.

Skills

Electrical commissioning

SCADA systems

LV/MV/HV

Vendor management

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

Siemens SIPROTEC

DIGSI

IEC 61850

Modbus TCP

SCADA testing

Job description

PE Global Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Electrical Commissioning Engineer to join a leading international engineering and construction contractor specialising in the delivery of large-scale data centre projects.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a major hyperscale data centre development in Dublin, working with an established commissioning team responsible for delivering complex electrical infrastructure and mission-critical systems.

The successful candidate will play a key role in managing and coordinating electrical commissioning activities, ensuring all systems are tested, validated and handed over safely, efficiently and in line with project requirements.

This is a permanent, Dublin-based position offering long-term career opportunities within the rapidly expanding data centre construction sector.

Key Responsibilities

Electrical Commissioning Management

• Manage and coordinate day-to-day electrical commissioning activities across assigned systems and packages.
• Oversee electrical vendors, subcontractors and specialist commissioning teams to ensure works are completed safely and to the required quality standards.
• Ensure commissioning activities are delivered in accordance with approved project specifications, procedures and programme milestones.
• Monitor vendor performance, track commissioning progress and identify potential delays or technical issues.
• Coordinate the testing, validation and commissioning of LV, MV and HV electrical systems.
• Support the development and implementation of commissioning strategies, test procedures and execution plans.
• Witness electrical commissioning activities and verify compliance with approved test scripts and project documentation.
• Manage commissioning tagging procedures, system inspections and equipment readiness assessments.

SCADA, Automation & Electrical Controls

• Support the commissioning and validation of SCADA and electrical automation systems.
• Carry out site-based testing and validation of control systems incorporating IEC 61850, Modbus TCP and Soft PLC technologies.
• Review SCADA system configurations, control logic and network architecture to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Support the testing and commissioning of MV protection systems, GOOSE interlocking and electrical process controls.
• Review and troubleshoot automation systems, control sequences and communication interfaces.
• Assist with the development and execution of SCADA testing strategies and functional testing procedures.
• Work with Siemens SIPROTEC protection relays, DIGSI configuration files and associated MV switchgear systems.
• Verify system resilience, redundancy and operational performance, including N+1 backup power configurations.
• Support integrated systems testing and the validation of critical power infrastructure.

Programme, Quality & Reporting

• Work closely with the Commissioning Manager to ensure all electrical commissioning milestones are achieved.
• Attend daily and weekly commissioning coordination meetings with internal teams, vendors and subcontractors.
• Prepare weekly commissioning progress reports detailing completed works, outstanding activities and programme risks.
• Coordinate with the project QA/QC team to ensure all commissioning documentation and quality requirements are satisfied.
• Liaise with the Energy Marshalling team regarding electrical switching schedules, permits and safe systems of work.
• Track commissioning documentation including test scripts, compliance statements, inspection records and system handover packs.
• Identify and resolve commissioning defects, technical issues and outstanding punch-list items.
• Ensure commissioning activities comply with project EHS procedures and relevant electrical safety standards.
• Support the successful completion of system handover and project close-out activities.

Experience & Qualifications

• Degree, diploma or relevant technical qualification in Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a recognised electrical trade qualification with appropriate commissioning experience.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in electrical commissioning within data centre, pharmaceutical, industrial or large-scale commercial construction environments.
• Strong technical understanding of LV, MV and HV electrical distribution systems.
• Experience commissioning electrical infrastructure including switchgear, transformers, generators, UPS systems, ATS and associated power distribution equipment.
• Practical experience with SCADA and automation systems incorporating IEC 61850, Modbus TCP or Soft PLC technologies.
• Experience in site-based testing, validation and troubleshooting of electrical control and automation systems.
• Knowledge of MV protection systems, GOOSE interlocking and electrical control networks.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, schematics, technical specifications and commissioning documentation.
• Experience managing specialist vendors and subcontractors throughout the commissioning process.
• Strong understanding of electrical safety procedures, switching protocols and permit-to-work systems.
• Excellent communication, coordination and problem-solving skills.
• Previous commissioning experience on hyperscale data centre projects.
• Knowledge of Siemens SIPROTEC protection relays and DIGSI configuration software.
• Experience with SCADA system design, optimisation and control logic review.
• Familiarity with PLC programming using Function Block Diagram (FBD), Ladder Logic or Sequential Function Chart (SFC).
• Experience with EPMS, BMS, HVAC control interfaces and integrated systems testing.
• Understanding of generator control systems, emergency backup power configurations and N+1 redundancy requirements.
• Experience developing commissioning test strategies, functional test scripts and system validation procedures.
• Previous experience working on large-scale, fast-track construction projects.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary package, dependent on experience.
• Opportunity to work with a leading contractor in the European data centre construction sector.
• Exposure to complex electrical infrastructure, automation and mission-critical power systems.
• Long-term career progression into senior commissioning, technical leadership and management positions.
• Supportive engineering and commissioning team with opportunities for continued professional development.
• Opportunity to contribute to the delivery of high-profile critical infrastructure projects.