COMMISSIONING MANAGER

Moss; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Moss Energy seeks a Commissioning Manager to lead the startup and delivery of utility-scale solar and BESS projects. You will supervise commissioning teams, oversee on-site activities, and ensure that all electrical systems meet safety, reliability, and performance standards prior to energization.

The role requires coordinating with construction, SCADA, and utility partners, reviewing complex drawings, and driving project milestones while maintaining zero-incident safety and strict adherence to

Qualifications

• Experience leading commissioning of solar, BESS, or utility projects.
• Advanced knowledge of electrical testing methods and NETA standards.
• Ability to read complex drawings and protective relay settings.
• Strong field execution management and project reporting skills.
• Excellent communication with subcontractors and stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel extensively to project sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise testing and commissioning of medium- and low-voltage electrical systems.
• Oversee NETA-based testing (Megger, VOC, VLF, TTR) with accuracy and compliance.
• Manage startup, energization, and troubleshooting of AC/DC components on solar and BESS sites.
• Review electrical drawings and one-line diagrams to verify installation quality.
• Coordinate with construction, SCADA teams, and utility partners for system integration.
• Finalize commissioning documentation and turnover packages to meet milestones.
• Enforce safety protocols and NEC/NFPA 70E across the team.
• Manage energy isolation procedures (LOTO) to ensure zero incidents.
• Assist the Commissioning Director with resource planning, scheduling, and progress reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical testing

NETA standards

Reading schematics

SCADA coordination

Safety compliance

Travel readiness

Tools

SCADA systems

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

POSITION SCOPE AND ORGANIZATIONAL IMPACT

Moss Energy is seeking a dedicated Commissioning Manager to lead and oversee the startup and delivery of utility-scale solar and battery energy storage (BESS) projects. This leadership role is responsible for supervising commissioning teams, managing onsite technical activities, and ensuring that all electrical systems meet safety, reliability, and performance standards prior to energization. The Commissioning Assistant Manager serves as a critical bridge between field execution and senior management to drive project completion.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and supervise the testing and commissioning of medium- and low-voltage electrical systems, including inverters, transformers, and BESS power distribution equipment.
• Oversee the execution of NETA-based testing-such as Megger (insulation resistance), VOC Testing, VLF, and TTR-while ensuring accuracy and compliance in all performance validation.
• Manage the startup, energization, and complex troubleshooting of AC and DC components, providing technical guidance to field technicians on solar and BESS sites.
• Review and interpret complex electrical drawings, schematics, and one-line diagrams to verify installation quality and resolve critical field engineering issues.
• Coordinate directly with construction leads, SCADA teams, and utility partners to ensure seamless system integration and communication protocols.
• Review and finalize commissioning documentation, test results, and turnover packages to ensure they meet project milestones and industry standards.
• Enforce strict adherence to safety protocols, electrical codes (NEC/NFPA 70E), and site-specific safety requirements across the commissioning team.
• Manage and audit energy isolation procedures (LOTO) to ensure a zero-incident environment during the transition from construction to operations.
• Assist the Commissioning Director in resource planning, scheduling, and progress reporting for multiple project sites.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• Proven experience in a leadership or senior technical role commissioning electrical systems within solar, BESS, or utility/industrial sectors.
• Advanced knowledge of electrical testing methods, specialized equipment, and NETA standards.
• Strong ability to interpret control logic, advanced technical drawings, and protective relay settings.
• Demonstrated experience in field execution management including troubleshooting, team coordination, and project reporting.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to manage subcontractor relationships and internal stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel extensively to project sites across multiple states.

JOB DETAILS

• JOB TITLE: COMMISSIONING MANAGER
• JOB LOCATION: MULTI-STATE (REQUIRES HIGH TRAVEL)
• CLASSIFICATION: FULL TIME - EXEMPT - SALARIED
• REPORTS TO: COMMISSIONING DIRECTOR

Moss is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.