BESS Field Commissioning Coordinator

Westinghouse Electric; United States; On-site; USD 75,768 - 82,656; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric is looking for a BESS Field Commissioning Coordinator (Entry Level) for a 1-year contract. You will support the commissioning team, coordinating daily field activities and ensuring quality checks and documentation.

The position is ideal for recent graduates, offering hands-on experience in utility-scale energy projects. You’ll be required to travel up to 75% of the time, with benefits including health coverage and a 401(k) savings plan.

Qualifications

• Electrical fundamentals from EET coursework.
• Ability to read and interpret diagrams and equipment nameplates.
• Introductory familiarity with three-phase power systems.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the site safety program.
• Coordinate with EPC/OEM teams for commissioning activities.
• Provide daily/weekly status updates.
• Help coordinate third-party testing activities.
• Track energization readiness prerequisites.
• Review test requirements with the team.

Skills

Electrical fundamentals

Reading diagrams

Familiarity with electrical equipment

Education

Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology

Job description

About the role

We’re looking for a BESS Field Commissioning Coordinator (Entry Level) on behalf of our client. This is a 1‑year contract assignment (W‑2). Join a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) developer and support the on‑site commissioning team as an entry‑level Commissioning Coordinator. You will help coordinate daily field activities during installation. Additionally, you will help with quality checks, plant testing, commissioning, and startup of BESS (and, where applicable, solar‑coupled) power systems.

Working under the direction of the Commissioning Manager and project leadership, you will assist with jobsite safety practices, documentation, status reporting, and turnover tracking, while learning commissioning processes and standards. This position is for a recent two‑year college graduate who is eager to develop technical and field experience in utility‑scale energy projects.

Location: US travel and stay at project locations for the duration of commissioning activities. Travel up to 75%. When not on site, support the team remotely with documentation, progress tracking, and coordination (including support for remote monitoring tools as assigned).

Reports To: Commissioning Manager / Lead

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in the site safety program, attend toolbox talks, and follow all safety procedures and permit requirements
• Coordinate with EPC/OEM teams to track commissioning activities, open items, and upcoming test windows; elevate risks to the Commissioning Manager
• Provide daily/weekly status updates (progress, open issues, and needs) using standard templates and reporting tools
• Help coordinate third‑party testing activities (e.g., substation, metering) by confirming schedules, access, and document needs
• Support energization readiness by tracking prerequisites and ensuring required documentation is available to the team
• Review test requirements and contractual test criteria with the team to understand scope and documentation needs (training provided)
• Coordinate with Engineering, Commissioning, and Project Management to confirm testing prerequisites and required support resources

Qualifications

Associate degree (two‑year college) in Electrical Engineering Technology (EET) (preferred) or a closely related technical program.

• Electrical fundamentals from EET coursework (AC/DC circuits, basic power calculations, and safe measurement practices)
• Read and interpret one‑line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, and equipment nameplates (training provided for site‑specific standards)
• Introductory familiarity with three‑phase power systems and electrical equipment (switchgear, breakers, transformers, meters) through EET coursework or hands‑on training
• Comfort working around electrical equipment; understand the importance of LOTO, PPE, and electrical safety practices (NFPA 70E awareness)

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

Base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $55.00/hr to $60.00/hr.

Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

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