Commissioning PM – Data Centers, BESS & Microgrids

Jobot; Secaucus (NJ); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

401K with matching

Unlimited PTO

Health benefits with Life Insurance

Fully remote

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Commissioning Project Manager for Mission Critical Data Centers, focusing on BESS and Microgrid solutions. The role leads commissioning of electrical infrastructure, medium-voltage distribution, and generator controls across North America, with hybrid/remote work and periodic site travel.

The ideal candidate has a BSEE, PE license, 7–10+ years of electrical commissioning experience on data center projects, and strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• PE License required.
• 7–10+ years of electrical commissioning experience.
• Experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and Microgrids.
• Ability to read electrical one-line diagrams and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning activities for mission-critical data center electrical infrastructure from pre-functional testing through final acceptance.
• Manage commissioning schedules, documentation, and project execution for multiple complex projects.
• Oversee construction verification, equipment startup, IST, and functional performance testing.
• Commission large-scale reciprocating engine islanded power generation systems integrated with BESS.
• Coordinate commissioning of MV electrical distribution, switchgear, protective relays, generator controls, engine controls, BESS, and microgrid platforms.
• Review drawings, specs, SOAs, commissioning plans, and test procedures.
• Coordinate with owners, contractors, equipment manufacturers, design engineers, and field teams to ensure project delivery.
• Lead issue resolution during startup and commissioning while maintaining schedules.
• Prepare commissioning reports, punch lists, deficiency tracking, and turnover documentation.

Skills

Communication

Project leadership

Electrical systems knowledge

Reading schematics

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)

Professional Engineer (PE) License

Tools

SCADA systems

Generator controls

Medium Voltage Switchgear

Job description

Jobot is seeking a Commissioning Project Manager for Mission Critical Data Centers, focusing on BESS and Microgrid solutions. The role leads commissioning of electrical infrastructure, medium-voltage distribution, and generator controls across North America, with hybrid/remote work and periodic site travel.

The ideal candidate has a BSEE, PE license, 7–10+ years of electrical commissioning experience on data center projects, and strong leadership and communication skills.