Commissioning Engineer

Electric Power Systems; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

HSA and FSA

AD&D/Disability coverage

EAP

Competitive pay

Tuition reimbursement

Professional certification incentives

Per diem for travel

Job summary

Electric Power Systems in Minneapolis seeks a seasoned Commissioning Engineer to coordinate testing and commissioning of electrical distribution and transmission substations for utility clients across North America. You will supervise startup personnel along with contractors and engineering staff to ensure safe, efficient project execution.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and adherence to industry practices, with opportunities for field engineering, test plan development, and on-site

Qualifications

• BS or 2-year degree in electrical engineering is a plus, with experience in communicating with microprocessor type relays.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in electrical equipment testing and inspection, including high voltage applications
• Knowledge of testing, commissioning and maintenance of power equipment
• Excellent management and supervisory skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Superior safety record
• Broad experience with electrical apparatus used in power industry, including transformers, breakers and switchgear
• Experience in working in utility transmission substation is required
• Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen due to safety sensitivity of position

Responsibilities

• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement through active participation in safety programs.
• Coordinate and lead testing and commissioning activities for substations (greenfield and brownfield).
• Verify testing and commissioning procedures meet standards and client requirements.
• Supervise startup personnel, contractor electricians, and engineering teams for safe project execution.
• Perform substation field engineering, including work plans and oversight of testing.
• Develop isolation and restoration procedures to support energization and operations.
• Prepare and execute integrated functional test plans for protection, control, and SCADA systems.
• Lead functional testing to meet project specs and utility requirements.
• Direct troubleshooting and corrective actions during commissioning.
• Mark up field drawings, generate discrepancy lists, RFIs, and closeout documentation.

Skills

Electrical testing

Substation commissioning

Leadership/ supervision

Safety culture

Communication

Troubleshooting

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

2-year degree acceptable

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

Electric Power Systems

ID US-MN-Minneapolis

ID 2026-7714

Overview

Job Title: Commissioning Engineer

About The Company

Electric Power Systems (EPS) is a NETA-accredited independent electrical testing and engineering organization specializing in electrical acceptance testing, commissioning, and maintenance for clients across Data Centers, Utility, Generation, Renewables, Transit, Industrial and Commercial Facilities throughout North America. We are committed to safety, technical expertise, and setting the standard of excellence in the power industry.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and a Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Perks

• Competitive Pay
• Talent Development – Instructor-Led Technical Courses and Online Learning
• Career Path Planning
• Incentives for Professional Certifications
• Competitive Per Diem for Travel
• Referral Bonuses
• Tuition Reimbursement

Position Overview

The Commissioning Area Engineer is responsible for coordinating, work connected with the testing and/or commissioning of electrical distribution and transmission substations for utility clients. Individual will provide direct supervision over Electric Power Systems startup personnel along with other suppliers such as contractor electricians and engineering staff.

Responsibilities

• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement through active participation in safety programs.
• Support continuous improvement through incident reviews, lessons learned, and proactive safety reporting.
• Coordinate and lead testing and commissioning activities for new and existing electrical transmission and distribution substations (greenfield and brownfield equipment).
• Verify that all testing and commissioning procedures comply with company standards, client requirements, and industry best practices.
• Supervise and direct startup personnel, contractor electricians, and engineering teams to ensure safe and efficient project execution.
• Perform substation field engineering, including development of work plans and oversight of testing activities during commissioning.
• Develop, review, and revise isolation and restoration procedures to support safe energization and system operations.
• Prepare and execute integrated functional test plans to validate protection, control, and SCADA systems.
• Lead functional testing efforts, ensuring compliance with project specifications, design standards, and utility requirements.
• Direct troubleshooting and issue resolution during commissioning, including development and execution of corrective action plans.
• Mark up field drawings, generate discrepancy lists, and formulate request for information logs (RFI’s) and complete project closeout documentation within required timelines.
• Provide on-site technical support to design engineering, construction teams, and operations personnel throughout project lifecycle.
• Interface with customer contacts, operators, and key stakeholders to ensure alignment with operational needs and system requirements or design improvements.
• Deliver technical guidance on complex or non-standard issues while maintaining adherence to utility design philosophy and standards.

Qualifications

• BS or 2 year degree in electrical engineering is a plus, along with experience in communicating with microprocessor type relays.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in electrical equipment testing and inspection, including high voltage applications
• Knowledge of testing, commissioning and maintenance of power equipment.
• Excellent management and supervisory skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Superior Safety record
• Broad experience with wide variety of electrical apparatus used in power industry, including transformers, breakers and switchgear.
• Experience in working in utility transmission substation is required.
• Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen due to this being a safety sensitive position.

EPS is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, disability, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), political affiliation, military service, national origin, age or any other characteristics protected by state or federal laws.

EPS does not work with individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies, and will not recognize claim to any unsolicited resumes or candidate information.

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Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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