BESS Commissioning Engineer - California

Hunter Philips; Barstow (CA); On-site; USD 111,000 - 166,000; Part time

Job summary

Hunter Philips Executive Search is seeking a Commissioning Engineer to support a major BESS augmentation project in Barstow, California. The role is a 3-month contract starting January 2027, with hands-on electrical commissioning, troubleshooting and verification of systems up to 1,500V DC / 1,000V AC.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in electrical commissioning or trouble­shooting, with the ability to read wiring diagrams and work on LV/DC equipment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' electrical commissioning, testing or troubleshooting experience.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Practical fault-finding with LV/DC electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical commissioning and troubleshooting across the BESS installation.
• Read wiring diagrams and trace circuits to identify faults.
• Support commissioning activities on ~1,500V DC / 1,000V AC systems.
• Document commissioning and testing activities and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Electrical commissioning

Schematic interpretation

Troubleshooting

Fault finding

Job description

Job Ref: HP-3113 Barstow, United States Competitive Battery Storage ContractBESS Commissioning Engineer - Barstow, California, USA - $Excellent Day Rate + Expenses - 3 Month Contract + Likely Extensions - January 2027 Start - W2 Engagement StructureWe are supporting a leading global energy technology business with the appointment of multiple Commissioning Engineers / Technicians for a major BESS augmentation project in California.The project is expected to mobilize in January 2027, with commissioning activities running until approximately April 2027.This is an electrically focused commissioning position, with engineers responsible for hands-on commissioning, troubleshooting, fault finding and verification of electrical circuits across the BESS installation.Key Details:Location: Barstow, California, USAStart Date: January 2027Duration: 3 month contractWorking Pattern: Monday to Friday or 6 weeks on / 1 week off rotationPackage: $Excellent day rate + expensesEngagement Structure: W2Responsibilities:Perform electrical commissioning and troubleshooting activities across the BESS installation.Read, interpret and work from electrical wiring diagrams and schematics.Trace electrical circuits and wiring to identify and resolve faults.Carry out fault finding, testing and verification of electrical systems.Support commissioning activities across systems operating at approximately 1,500V DC / 1,000V AC.Identify and troubleshoot wiring, installation and equipment issues during commissioning.Work closely with site management, engineering and wider commissioning teams to resolve technical issues.Maintain commissioning and testing documentation.Support safe and efficient completion of commissioning activities in line with project requirements.Requirements:Ideally 2+ years' electrical commissioning, testing or troubleshooting experience.Strong ability to interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.Practical electrical fault-finding and troubleshooting experience.Experience working with LV/DC electrical systems, power generation or renewable energy equipment.Previous BESS / Energy Storage commissioning experience is advantageous but NOT essential.Candidates from Solar, Wind, Substations, Power Generation, Oil & Gas or other industrial electrical commissioning environments are encouraged to apply.Comfortable working in a hands-on, site-based commissioning environment.Project-specific BESS and system training will be provided, making this an excellent opportunity for experienced electrical commissioning professionals looking to move into the rapidly growing utility-scale energy storage sector.Interested? Please apply & submit your resume or contact me directly for more information!Cian McLoughlinPrincipal Contract Recruitment Consultant - CommissioningHunter Philips Executive SearchLandline: [phone]Mobile: [phone]Email: [e-mail]: linkedin.com/in/cian-mcloughlin-628a72258Web: http://hunterphilips.com/Cian McloughlinRecruitment Consultant [phone] [e-mail]