Commissioning Engineer

System One; South Hill (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan participation

Dental and vision benefits

Job summary

System One is seeking a Commissioning Engineer in South Hill, VA, to oversee final testing, startup, and commissioning of electrical distribution equipment. The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 1+ year of relevant experience in the field. Candidates should demonstrate familiarity with power systems equipment and strong technical writing skills. The role offers a base salary between $85,000–$125,000 and is primarily on-site with a 50/50 office/field workload. Benefits include health coverage and 401(k) plan participation.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of relevant experience in commissioning or electrical testing.
• Familiarity with power systems equipment such as transformers and switchgear.
• Ability to communicate clearly and interpret technical information.

Responsibilities

• Perform final testing and startup of electrical distribution equipment.
• Execute testing and troubleshooting to validate system performance.
• Produce clear technical documentation and reports.

Skills

Commissioning

Electrical testing

Technical writing

Power systems knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Electrical distribution equipment

Test equipment

Job description

Job Title: Commissioning Engineer
Location: South Hill, VA (on-site; 50% office / 50% field)
Compensation: $85,000–$125,000 base (depending on experience/interview)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, around 7:00am–3:00pm for field support; office hours are flexible. Workload fluctuates with construction (average 40–50 hours/week).

Overview

We are hiring a Commissioning Engineer to support multiple active projects with additional work ramping up later this year. This role focuses on final testing, startup, commissioning, analysis, and troubleshooting of low- and medium-voltage electrical distribution equipment in both field and manufacturing environments. Travel may be required (local/regional/national based on project needs).

What you’ll do

• Perform final testing, startup, and commissioning of electrical distribution equipment (breakers, transformers, switches, switchgear, relays, MCCs, UPS, power monitoring systems, etc.)
• Execute testing, analysis, and troubleshooting to validate equipment/system performance and fail-safe operation
• Support commissioning documentation and deliverables (simple electrical sketches, commissioning plans, data sheets)
• Perform routine electrical calculations and assist with review of supplier documentation for spec compliance
• Follow engineering standards, guidelines, and applicable codes
• Produce clear technical documentation and reports
• Communicate effectively with field teams and internal project stakeholders to support safe, successful execution

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (or closely related engineering discipline)
• 1+ year of relevant experience (commissioning, electrical testing, power systems, manufacturing test, field start-up, or similar)
• Familiarity with power systems equipment (switchgear, transformers, breakers, protective relays, panels, UPS, test equipment)
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills
• Working knowledge of industry codes/standards and basic electrical engineering theory
• Willingness to travel to customer/project sites as needed

Work environment / physical requirements

• Ability to work at a computer for extended periods
• Ability to sit for extended periods and perform frequent hand/finger dexterity tasks (keyboard/mouse)
• Ability to communicate clearly (verbal and written) and interpret technical information

Preferred background (nice to have)

• Experience supporting data center, industrial, utility, or electrical manufacturing environments
• Combination of field commissioning exposure and office-based engineering/documentation work

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.