Commissioning Engineer- Electrical

Praetorian Power Protection Llc; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Praetorian Power Protection seeks a Commissioning Engineer with strong electrical experience for our Boise, ID data center project. You will lead commissioning of critical electrical systems from design review through IST and facility handover, ensuring adherence to design intent and safety standards.

The role requires 5–10 years of commissioning experience in data centers or similar high-reliability facilities, familiarity with NETA testing and ASHRAE guidelines, and proficiency with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent military training.
• 5–10 years of commissioning experience, preferably in data centers, semiconductor fabs, or high-reliability facilities.
• Experience with NFPA 70E and LOTO procedures on-site.
• Familiarity with NETA testing standards and ASHRAE commissioning guidelines.
• Proficiency with commissioning software and power monitoring systems (EPMS/SCADA).

Responsibilities

• Execute Level 1–5 commissioning for critical electrical systems (UPS, MV/LV switchgear, generators, ATS/STS, PDUs).
• Develop and review commissioning plans, Functional Performance Tests (FPT), and Integrated System Testing (IST) scripts.
• Identify, document, and resolve faults and design discrepancies during startup.
• Analyze one-line diagrams, schematics, and submittals to ensure OPR compliance.
• Coordinate with owners, contractors, and vendors to meet milestones safely.

Skills

Testing & Validation

Technical Troubleshooting

Documentation

Design Review

Safety Leadership

Client Coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent military training

Tools

CxAlloy

Bluebeam

Procore

EPMS/SCADA

Job description

Commissioning Engineer - ElectricalPraetorian Power Protection, the leader in NETA testing and staff augmentation to the mission-critical industry, is searching for a strong Commissioning Engineer with electrical experience for our data center site in Boise, ID. This role is critical to ensuring the successful commissioning of electrical systems for our projects. If you have a strong electrical commissioning background and thrive in fast-paced environments, we want you to help us drive excellence.In this position you will:Ensure that mission-critical electrical systems are installed, tested, and functioning according to the design intent. This role spans the entire project lifecycle—from design review and factory testing to final integrated systems testing (IST) and facility handover.Key ResponsibilitiesTesting & Validation: Execute Level 1–5 commissioning for critical systems, including UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supplies), MV/LV Switchgear, Generators, ATS/STS, and PDUs.Documentation: Develop and review commissioning plans, Functional Performance Tests (FPT), and Integrated System Testing (IST) scripts.Technical Troubleshooting: Identify, document, and resolve complex electrical faults and design discrepancies during the startup phase.Design Review: Analyze one-line diagrams, schematics, and submittals to ensure compliance with owner project requirements (OPR).Safety Leadership: Enforce strict adherence to NFPA 70E and LOTO (Lockout/Tagout) procedures on-site.Client Coordination: Act as a technical liaison between owners, contractors, and vendors to ensure project milestones are met safely.Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent military training (e.g., Navy Nuclear program).Experience: 5–10 years of commissioning experience, with a heavy preference for Data Centers, Semiconductor Fabs, or similar high-reliability industrial facilities.Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with NETA testing standards and ASHRAE commissioning guidelines.Digital Proficiency: Experience with commissioning software (e.g., CxAlloy, Bluebeam, Procore) and power monitoring systems (EPMS/SCADA).