Commissioning Engineer - DCIS (Siemens S7-1500)

Bluedot | Staff; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 111,000 - 166,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401(k)

Job summary

BlueDot Staff Recruiting seeks a Commissioning Engineer for a DCIS project in Rapid City, SD. You will verify installation, perform system checks, and support startup activities on-site for a four-month assignment.

The role requires hands-on Siemens S7-1500 experience, on-site availability for full duration, and a willingness to travel as needed. Expected schedule is five 10-hour days, 50 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with Siemens S7-1500 is required.
• On-site availability in Rapid City, SD for entire assignment.
• Willingness to travel and work full-time 50 hours/week.
• Experience with power plant startup/turnover is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Verify equipment installation and testing against design specs and startup requirements.
• Support power plant startup and commissioning procedures.
• Conduct system checks, equipment testing, and commissioning activities.
• Perform system walkdowns and maintain commissioning documents.
• Support system turnover from construction to operations.
• Coordinate startup activities and track outstanding work with the team.

Skills

Siemens S7-1500

Control systems

Equipment testing

Commissioning

Startup procedures

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Commissioning Engineer – DCIS | Siemens S7-1500 | On-Site Contract | U.S.

BlueDot Staff Recruiting is supporting a U.S. power generation project and is seeking an experienced Commissioning Engineer – DCIS with hands‑on Siemens S7‑1500 experience to support power plant startup activities in Rapid City, South Dakota. We are looking for technically skilled professionals with practical experience in control systems, equipment testing, commissioning, and the transition from construction to operations.

What We Offer

• Approximately four-month contract assignment;
• On‑site work in Rapid City, South Dakota;
• Expected schedule of 50 hours per week, five 10‑hour days;
• $140 per day in per diem;
• $500 mobilization payment and $500 demobilization payment upon project completion;
• Travel support for candidates available to travel for the full assignment;
• Benefits eligibility for contractors working 30 or more hours per week, through the employer of record;
• Access to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, 401(k), and other optional benefits.

Key Responsibilities

• Verify equipment installation and testing against design specifications and startup requirements;
• Support power plant startup and commissioning procedures;
• Perform and assist with system checks, equipment testing, and commissioning activities;
• Conduct system walkdowns and maintain accurate commissioning documentation;
• Support system turnover from construction to operations;
• Track outstanding work, identify unresolved issues, and coordinate assigned systems through startup and operational readiness;
• Collaborate with project team members to support safe, efficient, and timely commissioning activities.

Requirements

• Hands‑on experience with Siemens S7‑1500 systems is mandatory;
• Availability to work on‑site in Rapid City, South Dakota, for the full assignment duration;
• Availability for the expected schedule of 50 hours per week, five 10‑hour days;
• Willingness to travel and work on‑site for the duration of the project, if not local;
• Ability to support equipment testing, commissioning documentation, and system turnover activities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineering degree in a relevant discipline;
• At least 3 years of relevant power plant startup experience;
• OSHA 10 training;
• Experience with commissioning activities in power generation facilities;
• Familiarity with equipment verification, system walkdowns, startup procedures, and construction‑to‑operations turnover.

Work Arrangement and Location

• Location: Rapid City, South Dakota;
• Work arrangement: On‑site contract;
• Schedule: Expected 50 hours per week, five 10‑hour days;
• Duration: Approximately four months;
• Travel support: Available for candidates traveling to the project;
• Per diem: $140 per day;
• Mobilization: $500;
• Demobilization: $500 upon project completion;
• Openings: One position;
• Employment arrangement: Contract through an employer of record.

Both local professionals and candidates who can travel and remain available for the entire assignment are welcome to apply. The start date and final schedule will be confirmed during the recruitment process.

Benefits

Contractors working 30 or more hours per week may enroll in benefits through the employer of record, including. Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage is available for the employee and spouse. Premiums are paid by contractors through pre‑tax payroll deductions.

Additional Information

• H-1B visa sponsorship is not available for this position;
• The start date and final assignment terms will be confirmed during the recruitment process;
• Client details will be shared privately with candidates during recruitment.