Commissioning Specialist (Electrical)

HKA Enterprises; Greenville (SC); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

HKA Enterprises in North Charleston, SC is seeking a Commissioning Specialist on our Advisory Solutions team. You will lead and perform commissioning activities, including testing (QA/QC, Functional Performance) and equipment start-up, supporting third-party Owner commissioning requirements on projects across the continental United States.

This role requires up to 50% travel, with expenses reimbursed at cost.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline or equivalent years of experience
• At least 5 years of progressive experience in third-party Owner commissioning/validation activities (utility infrastructure, life safety, medium/low voltage electrical power systems, low voltage systems, building/facility systems/components, facility O&M)
• Understanding of NFPA, NETA, and NICET electrical testing and code requirements
• Reviewing technical documents including NETA reports, coordination studies, and equipment startup forms
• Experience executing Functional Performance Testing for electrical systems
• Strong interpersonal communication skills to work with diverse stakeholders (client, contractor, construction management)
• US Citizenship

Responsibilities

• Participate in onsite and office activities to support third-party Owner Commissioning requirements
• Lead and perform commissioning activities including testing (QA/QC, Functional Performance) and equipment/system start-up
• Work directly with clients, project stakeholders, and contractors to achieve the best outcomes for the owner/client
• Focus on operational performance and efficiency across commissioning projects

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Project coordination

Attention to detail

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

NETA testing

NFPA knowledge

NICET certification

Job description

We challenge what is currently accepted so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. As a Commissioning Specialist on our Advisory Solutions team in North Charleston, SC, you'll participate in both onsite and office activities supporting third-party Owner Commissioning requirements on varying projects throughout the continental United States. You'll lead and perform commissioning activities, including testing (QA/QC, Functional Performance) and equipment/system start-up, resulting in a safe and functional environment that meets design requirements and stakeholder expectations. This role requires up to 50% travel, with expenses reimbursed at cost with receipt backup.

Pay: $60.00- $70.00 per hour DOE

Responsibilities

Participate in onsite and office activities to support third-party Owner Commissioning requirementsLead and perform commissioning activities including testing (QA/QC, Functional Performance) and equipment/system start-upWork directly with clients, project stakeholders, and contractors to achieve the best outcomes for the owner/clientFocus on operational performance and efficiency across commissioning projects

Required

Bachelor's degree in a related discipline or equivalent years of experienceAt least 5 years of progressive experience in third-party Owner commissioning/validation activities (utility infrastructure, life safety, medium/low voltage electrical power systems, low voltage systems, building/facility systems/components, facility O&M)Working knowledge of NFPA, NETA, and NICET electrical testing and code requirementsUnderstanding of the construction and commissioning processAbility to review technical documents including NETA reports, coordination studies, and equipment startup formsExperience executing Functional Performance Testing for electrical systemsTechnical writing skills for reporting and development of testing protocolsStrong interpersonal communication skills to work with diverse stakeholders (client, contractor, construction management)US CitizenshipMust live within 50 miles of North Charleston, SCAbility to travel up to 50%

Preferred

Industry-recognized CxA commissioning certification2–3 years of design experience in building systems electrical designExperience in industrial production and manufacturing projectsProfessional Engineering (PE) licenseLEED or other sustainability certificationBasic understanding of other trade disciplines (HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, BAS)Familiarity with cloud-based commissioning software (Facility Grid)

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