Commissioning Engineer- Electrical

Praetorian Power Protection; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 95,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Praetorian Power Protection seeks an experienced Commissioning Engineer with electrical expertise for our Reno, NV data center site. You will lead the full commissioning lifecycle, from design reviews to IST and facility handover, ensuring systems operate per design intent.

Ideal candidates have 5–10 years in commissioning, familiarity with NETA standards, ASHRAE guidelines, and proficiency with commissioning software such as CxAlloy, Bluebeam, Procore, and EPMS/SCADA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent military training.
• 5–10 years of commissioning experience, preferably in data centers or high-reliability facilities.
• Familiarity with NETA testing standards and ASHRAE commissioning guidelines.
• Experience with commissioning software and power monitoring systems.

Responsibilities

• Testing & Validation: Execute Level 1–5 commissioning for critical systems (UPS, MV/LV switchgear, generators, ATS/STS, PDUs).
• Documentation: Develop and review commissioning plans, FP T, and IST scripts.
• Technical Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve electrical faults and design discrepancies during startup.
• Design Review: Analyze one-line diagrams and submittals to ensure compliance with OPR.
• Safety Leadership: Enforce NFPA 70E and LOTO procedures on-site.
• Client Coordination: Liaise between owners, contractors, and vendors to meet milestones safely.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Commissioning

NFPA 70E

OPR understanding

CxAlloy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CxAlloy

Bluebeam

Procore

EPMS/SCADA

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Sparks, NV 89434, Praetorian 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 Reno, NV. This role is critical toensuringthe 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:

Ensurethat mission-critical electrical systems are installed, tested, and functioning according to thedesignintent. This role spans the entire project lifecycle—from design review and factory testing to final integrated systems testing (IST) and facility handover.

Key Responsibilities

• Testing & 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.

Qualifications: Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineeringor 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).